Horses

A two-for-one family stop in the heart of Beavers Bend State Park offering both a replica 1/3 scale train ride through towering Ouachita pines and guided horseback trail rides along peaceful forest paths. The train leaves every 30 minutes and is a huge hit with younger kids while horseback rides depart hourly and welcome riders as young as 3. Pairing the train with a short horseback ride makes for a perfect morning that covers both the little ones and older kids.

Guided horseback rides through the Ouachita Mountains overlooking the Glover River with options ranging from one to two hours. The trail horses are calm and well-suited for beginners and the guides match riders to horses based on experience and age. Kids who have never ridden before come back beaming. The scenery along the mountain trails is gorgeous with views down into the river valley. They also offer wagon rides and bluff rappelling for families wanting even more adventure.