Route

Back 40 · Bella Vista

Lake Ann Loop West

Challenging

11Miles
975Feet of gain
89Feet per mile
LoopRoute type

The route

Trail system
Back 40
Distance
11.00 miles
Elevation gain
975 feet (89 feet per mile)
Shape
Loop. You finish where you started without retracing your steps.
Surface
Natural surface the whole way
Difficulty
Challenging. A route is rated by its most difficult section. This route may include natural-surface trails that are often only 1 foot wide (or narrower) and have steep slopes with significant climbs and descents (15% grade or more). Frequent obstacles may include rocks and roots 15 inches high or taller. Hikers must have excellent stability. See examples of challenging trails
Route map for Lake Ann Loop West, a 11-mile challenging hike in Bella Vista, Arkansas

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Where to park

Parking area at Lake Ann Trailhead in Bella Vista, Arkansas - medium, paved

Where to park

Lake Ann Trailhead

Address

Back 40 Trails, 1 Wem Ln, Bella Vista, AR 72714Google code is FQGQ+94Q Bella Vista, AR

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Parking Area

medium, paved

Amenities

portable toilet

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