Devils Den State Park, AR
Deep in a valley of the rugged Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas is Devil’s Den State Park. This 2,500-acre park provides some of the most spectacular Ozark Mountain scenery in the state. The park's creeks, crevices, caves, and overlooks connect you with the constant geologic forces that shape this rugged terrain. A clear mountain creek spills its cool, clear waters over the rocky valley floor with its downward flow, slowed only for a moment by a picturesque, native stone dam.
A little park history: Lee Creek Valley was selected as the site for a state park in 1933. The park’s major facilities were constructed as a Works Project Administration (WPA) project by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). In the 1970s, the park underwent a major facelift during which the native stone and log structures of the 1930s were renovated and preserved for use today and in the future. Walk in the footsteps of the CCC here, where hard work and craftsmanship created a park that is seamless with the landscape.
Devil’s Den Self-Guiding Trail
Nice trail leaving from the visitor center where actual you can get Wi-Fi. Cell phone coverage a bit spotty, but not always a bad thing. Additional photos:
Atop the Yellow Rock you will have an unobstructed view of the Lee Creek valley. Along the rest of the trail you will see cedar glades, interesting rock formations, and the first structure built in the park. Great all-around hike show casing the Ozark.
Fossil Flat (Mountain Biking Trail)
Road this or part of the trail a couple of times, this was very technical and challenging trail pushing me to my limits. Mickie loved it! I survived with no major injuries.
