Although its primary use is hiking, the trail is also open to mountain bicyclists. Camp, swim and picnic at Charlton Recreation Area or Crystal Springs Campground at either end of the trail. Lake Ouachita offers visitors a broad array of water sports opportunities, restaurants and overnight accommodations. Hickory Nut Mountain, which can be accessed from the trail or Highway 270 on Forest Road 47, offers a panoramic view of Lake Ouachita. The trail begins and ends at Charleton Area and Crystal Springs Recreation Area at Lake Ouachita.
Drinking water is available at both sites.
Travel time is about 1.5 to 2 hours across an unpaved trail of various grades. White rectangles mark the trail. Treat water from springs, streams and lakes before drinking. Trail is open to hiking and mountin bikes only. USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.