Trail Highlights: Along this trail, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of settings including forest creeks, panoramic vistas and captivating rock formations. The trail consists of 4 loops, offering visitors opportunities for day or weekend trips.

One of the most beautiful views of Lake Ouachita can be seen from the historic Powell Mountain tower site. The east loop travels through the Deckard Mountain walk-in Turkey Hunting Area.

Trail Information: Trail markings are yellow rectangles and carsonite signs. The trail surface is not paved. Most of the trail travels along old road beds and is wide enough to ride two abreast.

Water: Not drinkable, therefore treat all water from lakes and streams before drinking.

Safety: Be careful of traffic along the roads, as many are open to motorized vehicles.

Requirements: No motorized vehicles are allowed in the Deckard Mountain Walk-In Turkey Hunting Area. Pack it in; pack it out.

Surrounding Area: It is possible to camp, picnic and wade at Iron Springs or South Fourche Recreation Areas. Enjoy a leisurely drive on the Buffalo Gap Auto Tour.

Directions: From Jessieville, Take Highway 7 north to Forest Road 11. For parking, follow the signs to Deckard Mountain Overlook, Bear Creek Horse Camp, or the gravel pit on Forest Road J40.

The Bear Creek Trail is situated north of Jessieville off Highway 7. The area offers visitors 45 miles of various settings, including forested creeks, panoramic vistas and captivating rock formations.