Winchester (FR R23) in AR

Road corridorOuachita NF, Cold Springs Ranger District

8.1 mi from Waldron

Maps 892 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.

Motor-vehicle season 9/1–2/29Stay limit: 30 consecutive days · 90 days total per calendar year · then move 1 mi · Then stay away 14 days

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Rough

All 0.6 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, graded dirt the whole way.
Near Bill Hunt Mountain.
Estimated climb: 140 ft over 0.6 miles, with sustained grades near 12%.
Terrain estimates suggest level ground alongside most of this road; parking areas are not verified.

Fairly secluded

You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 30 days. After 30 days, you must move at least 5 road miles for camping in another dispersed area. Please place your campsite at least 100 feet from any stream or other water source.
Camping rules

October normals 50–73°F, 4.7″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Winchester (FR R23) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access