Long Caney (FR 849) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access in Arkansas
Long Caney (FR 849) 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.All 5.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 0.2 miles of dirt. Climbs 620 ft over 5.8 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 28%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch.
South Fourche LaFave River runs 0.1 mi off.
Ouachita National Forest, Winona Ranger District: Camp more than 30 consecutive days in the General Forest… prohibited. 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. Camp in the General Forest for more than 90 days within a calendar year… prohibited.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Ouachita National Forest, Winona Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 61–86°F, 3.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.