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Bear Creek Cycle Trail
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Bear Creek Trail, Bear Creek Motorcycle Trail, Lake Greeson, Ouachita Mountains, Daisy State Park, Kirby Landing, Bear Creek Recreation Area, Rough Mountain, Little Missouri River |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area offers a long but scenic ATV trail loop that hugs the eastern shores of Lake Greeson. The terrain consists of rugged uphill and downhill climbs, stream crossings and the occasional mud puddle.
There are several staging areas to access different sections of the trail but the most challenging segment is located at Daisy Park. For those looking for more beginner friendly terrain try staging at Kirby Landing or Bear Creek.
The lake offers numerous camping, boating and swimming opportunities. Both trails and campgrounds are open year-round but some services may be limited during the winter months.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | ||
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | No | (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Arkansas residents are required to register all 3 and 4-wheeled OHVs with the AR Department of Revenue. Decal is not a forest pass, it fulfills state requirements only. Arkansas residents can call their county revenue department for more information. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 276 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 31 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 550 to 750 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps |  None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | USACE, State Park |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Kirby Kwik Stop (870) 398-5511 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Kirby Kwik Stop (870) 398-5511 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (W) | Daisy State Park Campground (870) 398-4487 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (W) | Daisy State Park Campground (870) 398-4487 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (W) | Daisy State Park Campground (870) 398-4487 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (W) | Daisy State Park Campground (870) 398-4487 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Kirby Kwik Stop (870) 398-5511 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $14.00 RV: $29.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Daisy State Park Campground Fee - 30amp with water - $23/night, 50amp with water - $29/night |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Daisy, AR | ||
| Address | Bear Creek Road, Amity, AR 71921 | ||
| From: Hot Springs, AR
1) Take US-70 West about 50 miles 2) Turn right (west) onto Bear Creek Road, continue 1.5 miles 3) Staging area is on the right. For Kirby Landing Staging Area: 1) Take Take US-70 West about 55 miles 2) Turn left (south) onto Kirby Landing Road, continue 1.5 miles 3) Staging area is on the right. For Daisy State Park Staging Area: 1) Take US-70 West about 60 miles 2) Turn left (south) onto E Park Road, continue .5 miles 3) Staging area is on the left (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Daisy State Park 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 (870) 398-4487 daisy@arkansas.com www.arkansasstateparks.com |
| Contact Info | US Army Corps of Engineers - Lake Greeson Field Office 155 Dynamite Hill Road Murfreesboro, AR 71958 (870) 285-2151 lakegreeson@usace.army.mil www.mvk.usace.army.mil |
Bear Creek Trail Photo
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Bear Creek Trail Photo
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Bear Creek Trail Photo
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Bear Creek Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/11/2017 (Thanks!)
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