Woolly Hollow State Park

Located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, Woolly Hollow State Park is an ideal site for history buffs and nature lovers alike. Hike the trails, canoe on Bennett Lake and see how the pioneers lived at this central Arkansas treasure.

From the pioneers to the New Deal

The Woolly family arrived in this area in 1859, and the family's cabin, Woolly Cabin, still stands in the park. Often, special park presentations are held at the cabin, which also features in historical tours. In the 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Works Progress Administration, both creations of President Roosevelt's New Deal, worked to create a lake and a series of hiking trails in Woolly Hollow. The lake was later named Bennett Lake in honor of Dr. Hugh Bennett, a pioneer in American soil conservation, who had performed studies in Woolly Hollow during the same time period.

The natural world

Woolly Hollow State Park is also home to many options for people who love to experience nature. The Huckleberry Trail, which circles Bennett Lake, offers a comprehensive view of the area's flora and fauna. If you prefer to enjoy the water, the park offers many options, such as a swim beach, a boat ramp, excellent fishing and canoe, kayak and pedal boat rentals. If you love it so much that you want to stay the night, there is ample camping space and a bathhouse.

Location and access

Woolly Hollow State Park is located in central Arkansas, with access from Arkansas Highway 285.

Woolly Hollow State Park is a lovely place for your family, whether you love history, nature or both. Come and experience this natural treasure of the Ozarks the next time you are in Arkansas.