About
ShapePoint-to-Point
Typical time3 hr
TrailheadOld Railroad trailhead
ParkingThe Old Railroad Trail starts on the river access road in Gilbert, AR at the parking area for the vault toilet.
Best seasonHiking is most popular in fall, winter and spring when ticks are less abundant.The climate of the Buffalo River basin is characterized by long, hot summers and relatively short, mild winters. Tempe...
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityMuch of the trail is flat, but it is not ADA compliant.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek

The Old Raildroad Trail follows the river east from Gilbert along the former route of the Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad. This relatively flat trail takes you to a point where the railroad crossed the Buffalo River at Red Bluff. The trail ends at the old piers.

Tips
This trail is rated easy, but will have rocks and roots so it is best hiked during daylight.
Location

Old Railroad trailhead

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Trail data: USGS National Map / PAD-US, the National Park Service, state agencies, and © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Access and conditions change — check with the managing agency before you go.