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Crowley's Ridge State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 456 Google reviews · Running trail in Paragould, Arkansas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Crowley's Ridge State Park'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 Crowley's Ridge State Park
“Picnic table was nice & clean, but its not on a level, paved, or rocked pad (the only downer in his park, but not enough to give it a star less).”
“Crowley's Ridge State Park, is a beautiful scenery place to visit for sightseeing and also a great place for hiking as well.”
Crowley's Ridge State Park, is a beautiful scenery place to visit for sightseeing and also a great place for hiking as well. I usually go here almost every other week just to hike and do photography. I've attached some of the pictures I've captured while visiting this park.
So, I'm on the fence of letting people know about places that are great. I don't like crowded areas but would also like other people to know about some nice places in an unbiased review. I would think this is a hidden gem of an Arkansas state park. The park overall is very nice.
I've been coming to Crowley's Ridge State Park for over 50 years. It's a great State Park! Most of the structures were built by the CCC back in the 1930s. Facilities include five bunk cabins for group lodging, four duplex cabins with kitchens and fireplaces, one rustic cabin with kitchen, 25 campsites (17 Class B and…
Had a great time! A very educational State Park. Loved the trails and the swimming. Tent sites are clean and set up nicely. Staff and everyone was awesome!!! Felt very welcome and almost like home!!! Will definitely be back!!!
Trail conditions & character
“Crowley's Ridge State Park, is a beautiful scenery place to visit for sightseeing and also a great place for hiking as well.”
“The hiking trails were well- kept, the camping sites were fully equipped and the bathrooms were clean and plentiful.”
“It was a relaxing place and a great spot to let the dogs run around as long as you have common sense and don't let your dogs bother others.”
“Campground has nice fairly level & paved RV sites and a nice tent-only area.”
“Campground has nice fairly level & paved RV sites and a nice tent-only area.”
“This lake also has a very nice walking area around the lake that is wheelchair friendly.”
Plan your run at Crowley's Ridge State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitearkansasstateparks.com
- Phone+1 870-573-6751
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Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–5 pm |
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