Cooter, Arkansas · Dyer County
Remember and commemorate the survival of the Cherokee people, forcefully removed from their homelands in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee to live in Indian Territory, now Oklahoma. They traveled by foot, horse, wagon, or steamboat in 1838-1839.
Remember and commemorate the survival of the Cherokee people, forcefully removed from their homelands in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee to live in Indian Territory, now Oklahoma. They traveled by foot, horse, wagon, or steamboat in 1838-1839.
You can visit many of the sites along the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail over the 2,200+ mile route that crosses 9 states.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail? A few things to know before you go:
Photo: Tobias MrzykArkansas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuSteep is hard. These are the ten Arkansas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoTen gentle, well-marked Arkansas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichArkansas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoFederal parks and recreation areas in Arkansas ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleArkansas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.