Womble Silver (FR 177) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access in Arkansas
Womble Silver (FR 177) in AR
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.0 of the 16.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 0 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,900 ft over 16.4 miles through 3 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 26%. A water crossing 6.2 miles in.
A well-travelled stretch, with camps along here. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.4 miles off. Montgomery Creek runs 1.2 mi off. Crystal Mountains stands 871 ft above the site, 1.9 miles east.
Ouachita National Forest, Womble Ranger District: Camp more than 30 consecutive days in the General Forest. 36 CFR 261.58(a). Once the 30 consecutive day limit has been reached, the camp must be removed for fourteen (14) days and cannot be reestablished less than one (1) mile from the original campsite. 36 CFR 261.58(a). Camp in the General Forest for more than 90 days within a calendar year. 36 CFR 261.58(a).
| Fire restrictions | Set by Ouachita National Forest, Womble Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 62–84°F, 4.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.