Bell Slough WMA nature trails

Hike Features:

State: Arkansas
County: Saline
Location: Off forest road near OT mile 169
Length of hike shown:  ~ 9.8 miles
Trail: All on trails
Difficulty: Easy
GPS: 34.93860° N, 92.41670° W

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Reaching Trailhead: These trails are easy to reach from the Little Rock / Conway area.  Take exit 135 off Interstate 40 at Mayflower.  Go south on Hwy 365, about 3 miles to Grassy Lake Rd.  There are signs that take it from there.

Description of hike:  This is a 2,050 acre Wildlife Management Area and Wildlife Viewing Area.  According to AGFC, there are more than 35-40 bird species and possibly up to 75 observable bird species here.  There are several wildlife viewing blinds.  The loop hikes are well marked and have nice signs identifying various types of native trees.  This is also a great place for wildflowers during the season.

Here are several links (outside):

WMA map (link to AFGC website): 

Bell Slough trail map (link to AFGC website)

WMA map (link to AFGC website)

Elevation profile:    The elevation changes on these trails are minimal, but not zero.  There are some small hills.

Cautions:  none.   Snakes in hot weather.  Expect ticks and mosquitoes in hot weather.  
Hikers: jc