Route

Back 40 · Bella Vista

Snowbird Mega Loop

Challenging

14.1Miles
1,025Feet of gain
73Feet per mile
LoopRoute type

The route

Trail system
Back 40
Distance
14.10 miles
Elevation gain
1,025 feet (73 feet per mile)
Shape
Loop. You finish where you started without retracing your steps.
Surface
Mostly natural surface, with some paved sections
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 Snowbird Mega Loop, a 14.1-mile challenging hike in Bella Vista, Arkansas

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Where to park

Parking area at Snowbird Trailhead in Bella Vista, Arkansas - small, gravel

Where to park

Snowbird Trailhead

Address

Snowbird Trailhead, E McNelly Rd, Bella Vista, AR 72714Google code is CRR4+4H2 Bella Vista, AR

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Parking Area

small, gravel

Amenities

no restroom facilities

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