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Northwoods Trails
4.9 ★★★★★ 223 Google reviews · Running trail in Hot Springs, Arkansas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 65 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Northwoods Trails' 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.
Mountain biking park featuring 21.5 mi. of cross-country, downhill, and flow trails on 2,000 acres.
What runners say about Northwoods Trails
“These mountain bike and walking trails are very well maintained.”
“Overall, it’s a great choice if you’re looking for a calm, scenic trail that’s easy to navigate and ideal for walking, hiking, or biking without a strenuous workout.”
“Overall, it’s a great choice if you’re looking for a calm, scenic trail that’s easy to navigate and ideal for walking, hiking, or biking without a strenuous workout.”
“Northwood Trail, located in front of the water treatment facility, is a peaceful and easygoing spot for outdoor lovers.”
“Great trails that are well marked and posted for all levels of riders.”
Trails are well maintained and offer a good variety. Just moving to the area, we 💯 % know this will become a weekly visit 😀. Parking lot is right near the damn. Beautiful scenery throughout.
This is an EPIC trail system in an incredible environment! Facilities are exceptional, bike repair stations for serious riders. They are in the process of expanding the trails to join downtown, and adding a one of a kind ride across the top of a killer limestone dam from the 1800s!!!
Great trails, well kept, and gorgeous. Got in early in the morning and it was extremely peaceful and quiet. Used a gravel bike with 700x38 tires on the green and blue trails. I’d recommend a dedicated mountain bike with disc brakes for the blue trails and up.
Northwoods is great. Came in from out of town to explore the trail system. Rented a bike from Parkside and had a blast. Trails are well built. Easy is navigate with the maps and hubs. Looking forward to returning.
Trail conditions & character
“Overall, it’s a great choice if you’re looking for a calm, scenic trail that’s easy to navigate and ideal for walking, hiking, or biking without a strenuous workout.”
“Northwood Trail, located in front of the water treatment facility, is a peaceful and easygoing spot for outdoor lovers.”
“The trail is flat with no inclines, making it perfect for relaxed hiking, casual walks, and all fitness levels.”
“Saw person actually used the baby stroller also obviously a large Wheel one.”
Plan your run at Northwoods Trails
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance65 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — 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.
- Websitenorthwoodstrails.org
- Phone(501) 620-5096
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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