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AGFC J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 148 Google reviews · Running trail in Springdale, Arkansas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from AGFC J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about AGFC J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
“The clean restrooms, raised shooting platform and plenty of shaded picnic tables makes this place a gem!”
“The entire place was absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well‑designed, and full of things to explore.”
“The entire place was absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well‑designed, and full of things to explore.”
“Serene place to take children of all ages and it won’t cost you an arm and a leg.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful Experience at the Ozark Highlands Nature Center I had an amazing time visiting the AGFC J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center. The entire place was absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well‑designed, and full of things to explore.
Beautifully designed nature center with free indoor nature museum, an indoor children’s play area as well as an outdoor nature themed playground. There is a large free outdoor archery range with fun targets, an indoor marksmanship center with Saturday free indoor range access, and an outdoor picnic pavilion with…
This is a really awesome space. There is an indoor space that is mostly for kids to play and learn, yet is enjoyable for adults to experience as well. I really enjoyed walking the outdoor trail, as well as the archery area is fantastic.
My granddaughter and I had a great time together. We enjoyed the scavenger hunt, all the interactive activities. We will come back when it is cooler and walk the trail.
Trail conditions & character
“The entire place was absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well‑designed, and full of things to explore.”
“The entire place was absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well‑designed, and full of things to explore.”
“The clean restrooms, raised shooting platform and plenty of shaded picnic tables makes this place a gem!”
Plan your run at AGFC J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteagfc.com
- Phone+1 833-356-0847
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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