Ouachita Trail (section 09) mile 191.8 to 202 (multiple hikes)

This segment runs from Hwy 9 to Hwy 10, a total of about 10 miles.  There is no public access between the two highways.  Some maps show that access to the trail is possible where the OT crosses Duffy Road at mile 195.1.   However, Duffy Road is gated and locked.

Heading east from the Hwy 9 trailhead, the OT winds around in the mountains and then makes a beeline for Pipeline Creek.  Just before reaching Pipeline Creek, the trail leaves the mountains and for the next 9 miles or so will be mostly flat except for some rock outcrops and a few ups and downs.

It follows Pipeline Creek in a pipeline right-of-way where there are several creek crossings that could be tricky after heavy rains.  There are bridges where the OT crosses Pipeline Creek, Red Bluff Creek and several other small streams.

There are long stretches of trail in this segment where it follows the Maumelle River bank.  In addition, the last few miles before reaching Hwy 10 can be quite soggy in the wet seasons.   Be prepared to walk in water and mud between miles ~ 199 and 201.

Below are links to hike descriptions and photos of specific hikes in this segment.