OT Permit: Route
OT permits are walk-up only in Ouachita Trail. The route covers 223 miles.
This guide covers the Ouachita Trail permit.
Free; no permit required.
Permit Cost
223 miles
Distance
About OT
223 miles across the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas and Oklahoma, from Talimena State Park to Pinnacle Mountain State Park.
The OT route
- Distance
- 223 miles
Points along the route
- Talimena State Park (western terminus)Mile 0, 1,024 ft
- Old Military Road TrailMile 0.7
- Deadman's GapMile 8
- Horsethief SpringsMile 19.9
- Winding Stair Trailhead/CampgroundMile 23.7
- Big Cedar Creek / Big Cedar Trailhead (Highway 259)Mile 30.5
- Pashubbe TrailheadMile 34.3, 1,168 ft
- Kiamichi River (first crossing)Mile 39.2
- Upper Kiamichi River Wilderness boundary
- Rich Mountain / Arkansas state line (trail high point)Mile 46.3, 2,610 ft
- Pioneer CemeteryMile 49.5
- Queen Wilhelmina State Park lodgeMile 51.6, 2,569 ft
- Lover's Leap OverlookMile 51.8
- Black Fork Mountain Wilderness Trail intersectionMile 57.8
- Eagle Gap / Clear ForkMile 58.5, 1,455 ft
- Foran Gap (Highway 71)Mile 68.1, 1,410 ft
And 24 more named points along the route.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for OT?
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Yes, a permit is required. Walk-up permits are available at the trailhead or visitor center, but arrive early as they may be limited.
When is the best time to visit OT?
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Not confirmed in the research bundle; check current Forest Service conditions before you go.
How long is the OT route?
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The route is 223 miles.
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