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Wolf Pen Gap Trail Complex
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Gap Creek, Board Camp Creek, Ouachita Mountain OHV Trails, Ouachita National Forest, Mena Ranger District |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season (will reopen December 22, 2024 to January 2, 2025, weather permitting) |
One of the most popular ATV destinations in the country, Wolf Pen Gap has about 42 miles of marked and looped trails. Area attractions include a unique two footed oak tree and several abandoned mines.
The trail system is open year round except during hunting season which is generally around mid November through early December. Camping is not permitted at the trailheads but there are a few primitive campsites scattered throughout the forest where it is allowed.
Staging areas have vault toilets and can accommodate trailers up to 16 feet in length. There are several private full service campgrounds that provide direct trail access.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Mid March through October 31 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (64 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 64 inches) |
 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 | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| 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. | |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 42 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1150 to 1800 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | On Site | |
 RV Disposal | On Site | |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | check nearby RV campgrounds for current rates |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Mena, AR | ||
| From: Mena, AR
1) Take SR-375 South 7 miles 2) Western Staging Area is on the left (east). For Southern Staging Area: 1) Continue past western staging area 2.9 miles 2) Staging Area is on the left (east) For Eastern Staging Area: 1) Continue past southern staging area 1.5 miles 2) Road name changes to County Road 64, continue 4.6 miles 3) Veer left onto County Road 601, continue .7 miles 4) Turn left (north) on County Road 84, continue 1.2 miles 5) Staging area is on the left. For Northern Staging Area: 1) Take SR-8 east 7.6 miles 2) Turn right (south) on Polk Road 61, continue 3.5 miles 3) Look for sign on the right, continue .5 miles toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Ouachita National Forest - Mena Ranger District 1603 Hwy 171 Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-2382 sm.fs.onf-contact@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Wolfpen ATV Campground And Cabins 559 Polk 61 Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-0404 contactus@wolfpenatv.com www.wolfpenatv.com |
| Comment | Full service campground with direct trail access. |
| Contact Info | Sugar Creek Lodge 140 Edgewater Lane Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-7747 (866) 394-7747 cossatot_@excite.com www.cossatotriver.com |
| Comment | Full service campground, ATV rentals and guides for guests. |
| Contact Info | Coyote Canyon Campground 409 Polk 61 Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-5001 coyotecanyoncampground.com |
| Comment | Full service campground with direct trail access. |
| Contact Info | Wolfpen Creek Cabins 1314 Polk 61 Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-1844 barabaranyoungblood@gmail.com www.wolfpencreekcabins.com |
| Comment | Cabin Rentals |
| Contact Info | Hansons Camp RV And Cabins 752 Polk 57 Mena, AR 71953 (479) 437-4887 hansonscampwolfcreek@yahoo.com hansonscampwolfpenrvandcabins.com |
| Comment | RV campground with cabins and nearby trail access. |
| Contact Info | Moonshine Acres Wolf Pen Gap 1255 Polk Road 61 Mena, AR 71953 (318) 532-0421 moonshineacreswolfpen@gmail.com moonshineacreswolfpen.com |
| Comment | Cabin Rental |
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Wolf Pen Gap Trail Photo
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