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Eagle Rock Loop
4.8 ★★★★★ 119 Google reviews · Running trail in Umpire, Arkansas · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Eagle Rock Loop'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 Eagle Rock Loop
“It's a wonderful hike, beautiful scenery (forest, rivers), including a handful of challenging climbs.”
Such a gorgeous backpacking trail!! I’ve been 3 diffrent times over the past 2 years, and i don’t think I’ll ever get bored of it. Only con is that finding a place to start is somewhat difficult, especially at night, but that just comes with the territory I guess haha. AllTrails is extremely helpful !!
Beautiful hiking area to explore! Window Rock views are beautiful. This hike has steep hills, rocky terrain, and beautiful mountain views. This is part of the Eagle Rock Loop, hiking trail. At Window Rock, inside the cave you can enjoy sweeping valley views, mountain views and the Little Missouri River.
Everything about this area is amazing. It's a wonderful hike, beautiful scenery (forest, rivers), including a handful of challenging climbs. MANY water crossings. It can get a little annoying to have to change your shoes so often. We got soaking wet. There are lots of great places to camp for the night along the way.
Was here last year. Great place to go if you're a novice backpacker looking for a challenge. Water flowing everywhere was a large part of the beauty and struggle. The fact that it's a loop is also great if you're going solo. Do a lot of reading and prep if you decide to do the whole thing!
Trail conditions & character
“It's a wonderful hike, beautiful scenery (forest, rivers), including a handful of challenging climbs.”
“While most of the loop is way easy to moderate, there are a series of six mountain peaks to climb that make this loop difficult.”
“Up and down, rocky and rooty in places We did it without wet water crossings (rock-hopping), a rarity.”
“While most of the loop is way easy to moderate, there are a series of six mountain peaks to climb that make this loop difficult.”
Plan your run at Eagle Rock Loop
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Phone(870) 356-4186
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Umpire
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