A U.S. Forest Service site. See below for whether your pass works and the most common visitor questions.
Maybe — confirm before you go.
This Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
- Source Find on Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Check
- Official pagewww.recreation.gov ↗
- Contact 1111111111 · ouachita-contact-us@fs.fed.us
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Ouachita National Forest — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Ouachita National Forest?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Ouachita National Forest. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Can you camp at Ouachita National Forest?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Bath, Mountain Top Trail, Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Ouachita National Forest. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Nearby sites
Mitch Smith National Park Service Hot Springs National Park
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Robert Nunnally / CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lake Ouachita
CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.
