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Hiking in Bella Vista

Pick a trailhead below and you’ll be parked and on the trail in minutes. Everything on this page is inside Bella Vista.

130+ miles
good to hike

5 trail systems

Easy to challenging

Hikeable year-round

Where to park

The best trailheads for hiking in Bella Vista. Tap a pin for directions, parking details, and the hikes that start there.

Back 40 · Blowing Springs · Little Sugar · Wonderland

Most of Wonderland is technically in Bentonville. Locals tend to think of anything north of 49 as Bella Vista, so we include it here.

Not sure where to start?

Three trailheads that are easy to find, easy to park at, and good for a first hike here.

Tanyard Creek

Paved lot, restrooms, and a 2-mile creekside loop with waterfalls. The classic first hike in Bella Vista.

Directions Hikes here

Blowing Springs

Big lot at the park. Short, shaded hikes past the spring and rock bluffs. Great for families.

Directions Hikes here

Lake Ann

Gateway to the Back 40. Ridges, creek crossings, and overlooks when you want a longer day.

Directions Hikes here

How far do you want to go?

Pick a length and we’ll show you every Bella Vista route that fits, with the trailhead for each.

Under 2 milesEasy strolls and short loops 2 to 5 milesA good couple of hours 5+ milesPlan on most of a morning

or browse every Bella Vista route

Before you go

Keep one ear open! You’re sharing the trail with faster hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers. Skip the earbuds (or wear just one) so you can hear someone coming up behind you, then step aside and let them by.

Park early. Small lots fill by mid-morning on weekends. Have a second trailhead in mind.

Water and shoes with tread. Bring water every time, even on a short hike. Everyday sneakers slip on dirt and leaves, so wear shoes with real tread.

Ticks in summer, slick leaves in fall. Both are fine, just check yourself after and go slow on the downhills.

Want more?

The five Bella Vista trail systems All Bella Vista trailheads Bella Vista Walks & Hikes on Facebook Every Bella Vista route

Hike NWA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Bella Vista. Our mission is to inspire and empower more people in Northwest Arkansas to confidently enjoy and care for our local trails.