Poi 1
Location: 34.375413, -93.87795
The Albert Pike Recreation Area is a perfect spot to camp after a late arrival to the trailhead. Begin by following the Little Missouri Trail upstream from Camping Area B.
Poi 2
Location: 34.39804, -93.885062
You'll hit the first river crossing just 2.5 miles from the trailhead. From here, it's another 2 miles (mostly-flat) alongside the river to the next crossing. When water levels are high, these crossings can be dangerous; check conditions with rangers before hitting the trail.
Poi 3
Location: 34.409229, -93.911347
The second crossing of the Little Missouri River is at mile 4.5, expect to get your feet wet in this reliable year-round water source (which you'll be following for the next 5.5 miles).
Poi 4
Location: 34.422107, -93.919169
Climb through a deep gorge beneath Round Mountain and catch a glimpse of the Little Missouri Falls before crossing this bridge near mile 6.3.
Poi 5
Location: 34.423251, -93.921119
After the falls, the trail turns west and follows the river for another 3.8 miles.
Poi 6
Location: 34.42755, -93.940809
This 100-foot climb at mile 7.5 is the first noticeable elevation gain on this route, but the trail turns downhill and hits the river again in another half mile.
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