Hickory Nut Mountain Picnic Area
Open for day use only. Per forest order, overnight camping is prohibited and the area is closed from sundown to sunrise. No reservations required.
About
Hickory Nut Mountain Picnic Area sits near the summit of Hickory Nut Mountain in Montgomery County, Arkansas, within the Ouachita National Forest. The site provides stunning panoramic views of Lake Ouachita and the surrounding Ouachita Mountains, with picnic tables strategically positioned to take advantage of the vistas. The day-use area is equipped with picnic tables, charcoal grills, fire rings, and vault toilets. No potable water is available, so visitors must bring their own. There are no fees to use this facility. The area also serves as a trailhead for the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT). This is strictly a day-use facility. Per Ouachita National Forest Order OA-ONF-02-2024, camping is prohibited and visitors may not be in the area before sunrise or after sundown. Those seeking overnight camping should look elsewhere in the Ouachita National Forest.
Directions
From Hot Springs, take Highway 270 West approximately 23 miles. The turnoff for Hickory Nut Mountain Road is on the right, about 1.3 miles west of the Garland/Montgomery county line. From Mount Ida, travel east on Highway 270 about 13 miles; the turnoff is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (501) 321-5202 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Ouachita NF Day Use Areas Order | |
| Ouachita NF Picnicking |
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