Pulaski County, Arkansas
171 hiking & walking trails · 11parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 10 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Pulaski County, Arkansas
Pulaski County is home to 171 mapped hiking trails and 11 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 10 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Pulaski County
Up to 182 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Pulaski County
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Sample Parks in Pulaski County
Sample Trails in Pulaski County
Curated Guides for Pulaski County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Pulaski County, Arkansas?
Yes — we have 171 mapped hiking and walking trails in Pulaski County, Arkansas, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Pulaski County, Arkansas for families?
Advanced Trig near Sherwood is one of the best family picks in Pulaski County, Arkansas — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Pulaski County, Arkansas?
Each of the 171 trails in Pulaski County, Arkansas has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Pulaski County, Arkansas?
Pulaski County, Arkansas has 11 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Pulaski County, Arkansas?
Yes — 1 of Pulaski County, Arkansas's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is MAUMELLE with 148 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Pulaski County, Arkansas?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Arkansas for more options beyond Pulaski County, Arkansas.
Hiking guides for Arkansas
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Pulaski County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Arkansas, Ranked
Arkansas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuArkansas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Arkansas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Arkansas
Ten gentle, well-marked Arkansas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Arkansas
Arkansas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Arkansas
Federal parks and recreation areas in Arkansas ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Arkansas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Arkansas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.