Bad Branch Loop - West

Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · 8 mi from Calico Rock, AR

Closed by Ozark-St. Francis National Forest (USDA Forest Service)

Tornado closure, since April 7, 2025. “Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail: Jack’ Branch Loop, Bad Branch Loop, Bad Branch Trailhead. These closures will be in place until further notice.”

Read the notice · checked November 5, 2026

Intermediate
Either way · suggested south to north
Multi-use · hikers

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Length: 4.26.8mikm
Climb: 342104ftm
Descent: 350107ftm

Steepest climb 15%Steepest descent 19%

Elevation

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Shown south to north, the suggested direction

Descent or under 3%
3–6%
6–9%
9–12%
12%+

High point: 1,028 ft
Low point: 819 ft

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About this trail

Location: Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · Stone County, Arkansas · 8 mi from Calico Rock
Dogs: Not posted

Managed by USDA Forest Service

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Trail data updated November 8, 2026

Bad Branch Loop - West

Ozark-St. Francis National Forest · 8 mi from Calico Rock, AR

Closed by Ozark-St. Francis National Forest (USDA Forest Service)

Tornado closure, since April 7, 2025. “Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail: Jack’ Branch Loop, Bad Branch Loop, Bad Branch Trailhead. These closures will be in place until further notice.”

Read the notice · checked November 5, 2026