Drive to Whitaker's Point Trail , Arkansas
Fall Season 2015 - Drive to Hawk's Bill Crag / Whitaker's Point Trailhead, County Road 5 , Kingston, Arkansas.
HAWKSBILL CRAG - Rappelling Whitaker Point Trail
Borderline Clothing and Supply Co. Presents this short film showcasing some daring Arkansans rappelling off of the most iconic rock in the Ozarks, Hawksbill Crag. Whitaker Point Trail in the Upper Buffalo Wilderness attracts more than its fair share of visitors each year! This is a unique activity for the area as most are pleased by simply day-hiking to this quintessential overlook. Join photographer, Mason Gardner, as he works to get the visionary shot of his brothers Kolton and Kadin, and long-time friend Dylan Linn as they rappel Hawksbill Crag! #HawksbillCrag #WhitakerPoint
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DISCLAIMER: Rappelling is very dangerous and should only be attempted by persons with ample experience. This video is in no way advocating that this activity be attempted by the general public, in particular at this location!
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Best Hiking Trails in Arkansas. TOP 15
Best Hiking Trails in Arkansas. TOP 15: Petit Jean State Park, Mount Magazine State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Hawksbill Crag, Lost Valley Hiking Trail, Cedar Falls Trail, Tanyard Creek Nature Trail, Pivot Rock and Natural Bridge, Village Creek State Park, Ouachita National Forest, Glory Hole Trail and Waterfall, Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Hot Springs National Park, DeSoto Bluff Trail, Lake Alma Hiking Trail
Jasper Arkansas | Hawksbill Crag | Glory Hole | Triple Falls
Exploring the natural beauty of the Natural State
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Eye of the Needle-The trail there and back
This is a hike to the Eye of the Needle on March 25, 2012 beginning at Kyle's Landing in the Buffalo River wilderness area 5 miles west of Jasper, Arkansas off highway 74.
The eye of the needle is located at N36 1.772' W93 17.253'.
It is best hiked a day or two after serious rainfall as much of the attraction is clear flowing creeks, deep pools of water and cascading waterfalls. There are also beautiful high bluffs on both sides of Indian creek. There are no established trails here and I would say this hike is for experienced hikers and others who are in good physical shape and weight. You do have to climb a limestone bluff to get to the Eye of the Needle. This is a fairly hard hike due to no established trail. I do not recommend this trail for kids or beginners as there are too many places they could get seriously injured. There are more injuries on this trail than anywhere else in the Buffalo River Wilderness area but if you are careful you should be OK. The first time I hiked this trail I slipped on some rocks (not paying attention) and cut my hand open pretty deeply. So be careful.
The hike is about 4 hard miles round trip and 4 hours total hiking time. So plan on spending 4-5 hours on this hike.
Start at Kyle's landing and follow the signs to Indian creek and the primitive trail sign. After arriving at Indian creek follow the primitive trail until you have to cross the creek which you will have to do 4 or 5 times. At one point the primitive trail will head up a steep bluff on the west side of the creek. You have to follow this bluff trail up and then down again due to the fact that it is very difficult to get through all the water pools in Indian creek at that point. You could skip this bluff trail and take your chances on hiking south in Indian creek. and getting very wet or even swimming. I have had no problems on the high bluff trail but if you slipped and fell off the trail you would probably be seriously injured or killed.
There is a tall limestone bluff ahead (maybe 100 feet high) where the trail dead ends. There should be a rope there but just in case bring your own rope. There is a small tree at the bottom of the bluff where a rope can be tied just to help get you up and started up the bluff to the caves. If you are really athletic you might be able to skip the rope. You have to climb this bluff and at the top are two caves. The cave at the left is called the shelter and walking through it will bring you out on the other side of the bluff. The cave is really only about 20 feet wide and open on both ends. Once through the cave you will see a primitive trail. Follow it to the creek bed below. Then hike the remaining 3 blocks up the creek bed to the Eye of the needle. You will need to climb over very large boulders. You can't miss the Eye of the Needle. It kinda looks like a 30 foot tall sewing needle thread hole. Enjoy the view as not very many people get to see it in person.
Hiking Hawksbill Crag in the Natural State
What it's really like to hike Hawksbill Crag, or Whitaker Point Trail, in Arkansas. An autumn hike on a beautiful trail in the Ozark National Forest.
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Buffalo River and Ozark Hiking and Camping
Visited northern Arkansas during the summer of 2016. I went to Tyler Bend on the Buffalo River, then headed west to the Ozarks, and hiked Pedestal Rocks and then hiked to Hawksbill Crag/Whitaker Point. Both were moderately easy hikes. Getting to Hawksbill Crag trail head was a little confusing. Just google it, and then follow the long dirt road to the trail head. The road is kept up nicely, so small cars can make the trip with no problem. BEAUTIFUL part of the country, and although Arkansas is a random state to visit, there is a ton to do and a ton to see. I love this state, and I have traveled a lot!!
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Barlow stops by Buffalo Point Campground
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roadlifemorelife: Jasper, AR Sept 2015
Our trip to Jasper, AR was what started our process of minimizing our stuff and getting out exploring nature more. We were blown away by the beauty just hours away from us and began to crave more adventures of the world around us. The best parts of this trip and so many after this one was the roads getting there. Whether dirt, paved, curvy, or straight, we have enjoyed the ride!