Are dogs allowed on Woodland Way?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Woodland Way but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Woodland Way?

No, Woodland Way does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Woodland Way?

Woodland Way is rated easy. It is 0.7 miles long with 167 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Woodland Way suitable for kids?

Yes, Woodland Way is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyLoop

Arkansas

Woodland Way

Cave Springs, Arkansas

0.7 mi

Distance

167 ft

Elev. Gain

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Illinois River Watershed Sanctuary has an easy scenic loop trail. It starts from the pavilion. The Gray bat and the threatened cavefish are found in the protected cave. The trail is on Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission property. It is open to the public from dawn to dusk.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:355 ft

Max:381 ft

51 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.