The name itself should make you want to explore this area. Day two of hiking meant we were going to take it up a notch. The Indian Rockhouse Trail is a 3.5 mile loop that I would call a moderate-strenuous hike. There is about 400 feet of elevation changes between the trailhead and the Rockhouse, which means a steady incline and decline. With several steep sections, you will want to be prepared, and bring plenty of water! When researching the average time it takes to make the loop, it suggested 3 hours. We were able to do the trail in about 2 1/2, which included a 30 minute lunch break at the Rockhouse and stopping at sites along the way for photos. So we averaged about 26-minute mile, in other words, we were going at a pretty good pace.
The geology along this trail offers so much beauty, so be sure to stop and take in the view. Besides that, you will find a sinkhole, waterfall, mining prospects, tons of rock creeks, sculpted bedrock, and even a quarry. Not to mention the end goal, the Indian Rockhouse. I also did some rock-climbing, no gear, about 3 feet up, it was rough!
Location: Indian Rockhouse Trail, Arkansas
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