Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
One of the footbridges on the Meadowbrook Trail.

This is a pleasant and easy nature trail at Lake Dardanelle State Park in Russellville (Pope County). The trail (including the full loop) is just .8 miles.

There also are a couple of shortcuts that can be used to make a shorter hike (i.e., a smaller loop).

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trail.

Getting to Meadowbrook Trail

To get to Lake Dardanelle State Park from the east, on l-40  take Exit 81 at Russellville, take Hwy. 7 south, then turn right on Hwy. 326, and it’s about 4 miles to the main park.

From the west on l-40, take Exit 78, turn left on U.S. 64. After 2 miles, turn right on Hwy. 326 and head on to the park.

The main trailhead is behind the park’s amphitheater. Just watch for the sign. There is parking nearby.

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Entrance leading up to the amphitheater and the trailhead.

One of the interesting things to see on the trail is a wildlife watching deck close to the start of the trail on the left. Just after this is the start of the loop part of the trail.

There are a few small bridges along the trail.

At around .3 miles, you hit the south end of the loop where it curves and heads back toward the trailhead.

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trailhead.

Final Notes

There is almost no elevation change on this trail. For a nonpaved trail, this is about as easy as it gets.

I had good AT&T cell coverage and the trail was in good condition when I was last there in August 2015.

These pics are from that visit to the trail.

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trail, Lake Dardanelle State Park
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trail.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Lots of pretty trees on the trail.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
The trail was in good condition when I was last there in August 2015.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trail, Lake Dardanelle State Park.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Meadowbrook Trail.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
This trail is an enjoyable walk.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Footbridge.
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Wildlife observation deck.

Photo Gallery

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Map

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo
Lake Dardanelle Meadowbrook Trail Contour Map. (Click to enlarge.)
Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail – 1 mi photo

Lake Dardanelle: Meadowbrook Trail

LocationLake Dardanelle State Park, Pope County, Arkansas (near Dardanelle and Russellville).
Hike Length/Type.8 mile loop
DifficultyEasy (1 of 5).
Other Permitted UsagePets on a leash.
Gpx file by MikeLink
Date HikedAugust 22, 2015 (and earlier).
DirectionsGoogle Maps Directions to Meadowbrook Trailhead
Official Info479-967-5516 Website Official Park Brochure (pdf)

Last revised 8-15-2021.

By Mike Newman

Mike Newman, editor and creator of Arklahoma Hiker, likes to day hike and walk outdoors in Arkansas and Oklahoma.

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