Devil's Den State Park - An Arkansas State Park

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This gem of a park is nestled in a valley of the magnificent Ozark Mountains. Explore caves, bluff overhangs and giant crevices. View firsthand native wildlife, waterscapes and breathtaking foliage - regardless of the season you visit!

Devil's Den is one of the exceptional parks within our Park's System. It's secluded, woodsy, mountainous and filled with towering trees and a clear stream that ribbons through a luscious strip of wonderland.

When you are within eight miles of the park, settle back and enjoy the ride. It's an adventure you won't soon forget with winding mountains, towering trees embowered with colorful birds, with other trees clothed in pinecones - all lighting the trail to your adventure.

The eight-mile journey that begins south of Fayetteville on US 71 to West Fork is an upward climb with some hair-turns occurring at some points along the road. As you climb you'll discover the air is clearer and feels cleaner compared to that found near a city. Once you reach West Fork, travel eighteen miles southwest on Arkansas 170, or exit US 71 at Winslow and proceed thirteen miles west on Arkansas 74. Trailers longer than twenty-six feet should exercise caution when using Arkansas 74 due to the steep mountainous terrain.

A mountain stream that is usually quite serene, save during those brief intermissions of heavy torrential rainfall, forms a small 8-acre lake that gently cascades over a majestic dam crafted from native stone. The constant running water attracts a myriad of waterfowl and other wildlife to the area. If you are able to patiently station yourself behind one of the towering pines in the area, you may be lucky enough to get a few great shots with your camera. The area surrounding the lake is a very peaceful haven, photos or not.

There are several caves within the park that guests are allowed to explore. Be sure and pack several flashlights if you plan to explore the caves, in addition to clean clothing. A couple of 'miner lights' that you can strap around your head could also prove helpful. The caves are extremely dark, wet, and slippery; be prepared to encounter bats amid your exploration. And be prepared to get dirty!

This nature-oriented park contains several miles of hiking and backpacking trails. Cabins with fully equipped kitchens and fireplaces are available. The park is equipped with restrooms, showers and electrical hookups. There is a park store for groceries, gifts and snacks, a horse camp area including riding trails, group camping, and mountain bike trails. The small café and pool are open for park guests during the summer season only.

Plan to stay at least two days to fully enjoy and appreciate the beauty of this exceptional park. If you decide to camp, you're in luck! The park has excellent camping facilities. You may awake to the fortune of finding deer traveling through your campground. That site, combined with a couple of stacks of pancakes that are heavily doused with fresh maple syrup, is pretty hard to beat!

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