North Sylamore Creek Trail
~2 days · 22.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the North Sylamore Creek Trail is known for
The North Sylamore Creek Trail follows a bluff-lined Ozark creek between Allison near the White River and Barkshed Recreation Area in Arkansas's Ozark National Forest, passing Blanchard Springs and Gunner Pool on the way. About 18 miles point-to-point as mapped, with gentle grades, swimming holes, and developed campgrounds that break it into day-sized pieces.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,033 ft to 3,294 ft over 22.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.0 mi · 41%
- Downhill 8.3 mi · 37%
- Flat 4.9 mi · 22%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the North Sylamore Creek Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the North Sylamore Creek Trail scores 16/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the North Sylamore Creek Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the North Sylamore Creek Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 22.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the North Sylamore Creek Trail?
The North Sylamore Creek Trail climbs roughly 3,392 ft total — about 151 ft per mile, topping out near 1,004 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.