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Description Ozark-St. Francis National Forests The Huckleberry Mountain Horse Trail consists of two main loops which offer 34.3 miles of the most scenic horseback riding, hiking, ATV, and mountain biking opportunities in the Ozark National Forest. Deep winding valleys framed by rugged mountain bluffs give way to clear mountain streams. The 22.4-mile Huckleberry Mountain Loop contains a 9.5-mile loop for those seeking a shorter trail. The Apple Loop provides an 11.9-mile loop. Each trail crosses several gravel roads, allowing you to plan trips from one-half mile to 34.3 miles. Portions of the trail are located along old logging roads and open forest roads. The trail system meanders through numerous creeks and along several ponds, which provide sources for watering horses. Pond locations not adjacent to the trail are designated by signs and blue arrows on markers. Bulletin boards are located at many trail access points. Positioned on each board is a trail registration box. For monitoring purposes, please sign the registration form only at the point of access. Apple Loop The Apple Loop provides easy riding terrain along 11.9 miles of existing forest roads and old logging roads. This is marked with yellow sign posts and/or horseshoe-shaped paint marks on trees. Primitive group camping and day-use parking is located at the Mt. Magazine Camp just off Mt. Magazine Scenic Byway on Forest Road (FR) 1638. From this camp, the trail heads east down to and across Arkansas 309. Please use caution when crossing the highway. Huckleberry Mountain Loop The Huckleberry Mountain Loop covers 22.4 miles of easy to more difficult terrain. This trail is marked with orange sign posts and/or horseshoe-shaped paint marks on trees. For beginners, the 9.5-mile loop covering easier terrain is recommended. The Sorghum Hollow Camp is located on FR 1614 (gravel). From Arkansas 22, follow FR 1614 (Sorghum Hollow Road) 4.7 miles, then turn left into camp. This developed camp has 15 campsites and restroom facilities. Day-use parking is also available. Primitive group camping and day-use parking are provided at two undeveloped camp locations that provide access to the trail. Directions The Old Walnut Tree Camp is located on FR 1604 (gravel). From Arkansas 22, follow FR 1614 ((Sorghum Hollow Road) 2.3 miles, turn right on FR 1604, approximately .2 miles past Shoal Creek low water bridge. The Huckleberry Camp is located at the end of FR 1613 (gravel). From Arkansas 22, turn south of Paris on Arkansas 309, continue approximately 11 miles to FR 1601 (gravel). Turn left and travel 8 miles to FR 1613 (gravel), then turn left and continue 3.5 miles to the camp location.
