Welcome to the of species of migrating and summer resident for plants and animals as part of Bull Shoals-White can be viewed from the trail, along with their distinct songbirds populate the area. River State Park. wildflower species. The area is continually under orth entral rkansas N C A . Stop at the Visitor Center and pick up our field development. Contributions may be made at any Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a place where checklist of birds at Bull Shoals. time; check with the park interpreter for more water generates life. The park was designated in Gaston Wildflower Garden information. 1955 to provide recreational opportunities to the Area and Trail public. After completion of Bull Shoals in 1952, Heritage & Habitat Trail Length: 3/4 mile the cold tail-waters of the White River soon became Length: 1/2 mile Trailhead: Across from the camper Oakridge Mountain Bike Trail a trout fishing paradise. This 732-acre park also Trailhead: Northwest of the visitor center registration center on River Road Length: 2-4 miles Difficulty: Easy provides unlimited scenic views and a wonderful Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Trailhead: .5 miles from entrance of the park on closeness to nature. Several nature trails have been The stories along this trail are of hard use and nature’s This paved loop trail meanders through three acres Powerhouse Road built for you to enjoy views of the White River, Bull ability to regenerate itself. Along this trail you will see of wildflowers that change each week through the Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Shoals Lake, and the Ozark countryside. Park how this land looked during the construction of the season. Wildlife, including birds and butterflies, can Constructed by the Bull Shoals - Lakeview interpreters present a variety of interpretive dam and now, how it is ecologically succeeding into be viewed throughout the trail. Several habitats, Rotary Club, this multi-use trail offers both hikers programs, walks, and lake tours throughout the year. the forest it once was: A forest that provides a home including meadow, woodland and low wetland areas and mountain bikers access to remote areas of the

Big Bluff Trail AR HWY 178

Length: 1 3/4 mile loop trail HERITAGE & HABITAT TRAIL .5 mi. Trailhead: Open field area south of Rent-A-Camp Difficulty: Moderately strenuous NOTICE: To preserve scenic beauty Special Note: Children should be accompanied and ecology, fences and warning signs by an adult. have not been installed in some park JAMES A. GASTON The first part of this loop trail is a level walk over locations. Caution and supervision of VISITOR CENTER the remains of the railroad tram constructed by the your children are required while visiting OVERLOOKS U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to bring in steel and these areas. lumber from Cotter to construct . Once the trail crosses the paved road, it goes up the hillside to an area overlooking the White River, BULLBULL SHOALS SHOA LAKE L S L AKE Bull Shoals Dam, and the Ozark hill country. WHITE RIVER The trail then leads you through cedar glades, BARRIER-FREE FISHING PIER RENT-A-CAMP mature deciduous forests, and across streams. TROUT DOCK & STORE BOAT RAMP

These areas provide excellent habitat for colorful WATER PICNIC AREA Ozark wildflowers. BOAT RAMP PARK PAVILION Pick up a wildflower checklist at the park visitor B B center before walking this trail. AR HWY 178

BIG BLUFF TRAIL 1.75 mi. LAKESIDE TRAIL 1 mi. Lakeside Trail

RIVER Length: 1 mile B Trailhead: East end of Lakeside Picnic Area OAKRIDGE MTN BIKE TRAIL 3 mi. Difficulty: Moderately easy B B Constructed in 1979 by the Young Adult PARK AREA MAP LEGEND INFORMAT ION Conservation Corps, this loop trail offersAREA relatively PAVILION INFORMATION AMPHI THEATER TRAILHEADS easy walking. , combined with SCENIC OVERLOOKS the Ozark plant and animal life,RIVER makes ROAD the trail an BIG SPRING CAMPER REGISTRATION CENTER BATHHOUSES B ecosystem in itself. Any season of the year, even B in the deepest winter, a surprise awaits you around PLAYGROUNDS DUMP CAMPING each corner. Eagle Point and Titmouse Alley provide STATION RIVER ROAD excellent habitat for bird watching. Bald eagles, GASTON WIL DFLOWER GARDEN AREA & TRAIL .75 mi. waterfowl, and gulls are often seen from Eagle Point in winter. During spring, summer, and fall over 90 park. The trail traverses the oak-hickory upland l Wear Appropriate Footwear - Hiking boots or The best way to enjoy Bull Shoals forest for a unique walking or riding experience; sneakers are recommended. - White River State Park expect creek crossings, dirt roads, open l Take Water With You - Especially When It’s Hot! - Interpretive is to explore its natural beauty along its trails and meadows, long downhills, and taxing uphills. Take a canteen or a plastic bottle of water. Glass to participate in our many interpretive programs. NOTE: Bicycle helmets are strongly recommended. containers on state park trails are prohibited. Together we can protect park resources for today l Don’t Hike Alone - Hike with someone, or tell Program nterpretive rograms and the future. I P someone where you are going and when you Join us for the many activities available during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. should return. n an mergency l I E l Slide presentations, campfire stories, music, Ride On Designated Trails Only - The Notify the visitor center, camper registration Oakridge Trail is the only multi-use trail in the games, owl prowls, and night hikes are a few center, Trout Dock, or camp host, or call from && of the evening programs. park. Please do not ride on the Lakeside or Big Trails Guide one of the pay phones in Camp Areas ‘A’ or ‘B’. l Birds, wildflowers, and history are covered Bluff Trail. 911 - Emergency on guided nature walks held during the l Always Yield The Trail - Slow down and morning and evening hours. communicate with other trail users. 445-3629 - Park Ranger l Nature demonstrations, trout fishing workshops, 425-2400 - Sheriff’s Office and cooking demonstrations provide activities To protect the environment and for the safety of throughout the day. you and others, it is unlawful to: l Certificates and badges are awarded to children ages 6-14 for competing in the * Possess alcoholic beverages on trails. Park Explorer program. * Carry glass containers on trails. l Lake and river cruises are offered from April * Litter. through October. * Deface natural or cultural features. l Throughout the year there are special events * Allow pets off their leash. to help you better enjoy the Ozark's nature and * Ride ATVs on trails. culture. A few special events to note are: * Harass or kill wildlife or remove any wild plants. þ Eagle Awareness Weekend ~ May * Camp or build campfires on trails. þ Trout Days ~ June * Be on trails after dark. þ Autumn Celebration ~ October Check the park interpreters’ program schedule “Where Water posted on all park information boards. And see Volunteer Opportunities our programs listed at www.ArkansasStateParks. If our trails have provided you with beauty and Generates Life” com/bullshoalswhiteriver recreation, please consider giving something back by becoming a trail volunteer. Volunteer Trail Rules trail maintenance can be as easy as picking up l Stay On Marked Trails - All trails are marked litter and cleaning small debris off trails. Stop by with blazes painted on trees. Stepping off the the visitor center or call (870) 445-3629 if you trail kills delicate plants, compacts the soil, are interested in helping. Bull Shoals-White River and destroys the natural beauty. tate ark l Watch Your Step - The main cause of Off-season Programming S P accidents in the park is not watching the spot Special programming for schools and other 153 Dam Overlook Lane your foot will fall. organized groups may be scheduled November Bull Shoals, AR 72619 l Do No Harm - Never harm any wildlife or through March. These programs must be plant! The park was set aside for their protection. scheduled in advance. Please contact the park Phone: (870) 445-3629 l Avoid Unwanted Encounters - At one time or interpreter for available dates and further e-mail: another, snakes will be encountered. Poison information. Phone: (870) 445-3629. bullshoalswhiteriver@.com ivy is also common near trails. Our best or visit us and other parks at advice is to stay on designated trails. www.ArkansasStateParks.com