Posted in Arkansas
February 18, 2021
Explore 2,500 Acres Of Unparalleled Views Of Mountains On The Scenic Yellow Rock Trail In Arkansas
Take a hike in Devil’s Den to see extraordinary views of the Boston Mountains. The 2,500-acre state park has numerous trails to explore but one of our favorites is Yellow Rock. This loop up the mountain rewards hikers with gorgeous cedar glades, rock formations, and panoramic views. Let’s take a journey through the forest to see these stunning scenes:
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This beloved state park was established back in the 1930s. The cave system may be the main feature of the park but don’t underestimate its gorgeous mountain views!
Traverse through this beautiful green scene for rewarding vista views. Before getting to the main overlook, let’s take note of some of the other highlights.
Along this 3-mile loop you’ll come across neck-craning rock formations including sizable overhangs like this one!
Devil’s Den is known for being one of the most intact CCC sites in all of the U.S. The Civilian Conservation Corps used native materials to create sturdy wood and stone structures. The first CCC structure built in the park is found along Yellow Rock Trail.
Don’t just snap a picture and keep going - take time to explore! Enjoy a picnic or rest in a hammock. Keep in mind the full hike takes about 2-3 hours, so this is the perfect spot for a break.
For a full list of trails within Devil’s Den visit their website right here.
What’s your favorite trail at Devil’s Den? Share with us in the comments below! You can always show off your trail photos in our Facebook group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.
Address: Winslow, AR 72959, USA
