Riders, hikers, and walkers will enjoy this easy loop around Lake Sequoyah. This retreat is a quiet shoreside adventure in the forested countryside of Fayetteville. Today’s featured trail has everything needed for an enjoyable afternoon including waterfalls! Let’s explore the trail more and see what adventures await:
On the far east side of Fayetteville, between Wyman and Harris, you’ll discover Lake Sequoyah.
Google/Stewart Wright The 389-acre lake is part of a 1,400-acre park, aptly named Lake Sequoyah Park. The area was originally intended for a city water supply but now the lake is simply a recreational destination.
The lake has a handful of trails but one of the best to trek is Shoreline Trail.
Google/Lacey Goodman This hike around the westside of the lake is an easy tour for families. The trail is a 2.1-mile loop with a modest elevation gain of 147 feet. The path is well worn but not paved.
In addition to family members, horses and dogs can also enjoy the trail!
Google/Edward Nguyen The trails around Lake Sequoyah are all equine-friendly. Just be sure to pack in and pack out. Dogs will need to stay leashed and cleaned up after.
The trail tours around the lake’s dam…
Facebook/AGFC Fisheries NWA In the late 1950s, Fayetteville used this reservoir as a city water supply. The city switched to the Beaver Water District in the mid-60s. The fresh water attracts all sorts of critters, including a vast variety of birds. You may even spot a bald eagle during your hike!
…as well as waterfall!
Google/Nicolas Brickhouse This staircase cascade is the perfect place to hone your waterfall photography skills!
There’s still plenty to do after your hike, too!
Google/Stewart Wright Spend the afternoon fishing or bring a kayak to paddle around the lake. This area has picnic tables as well if you need to refuel from your trailblazing. To ensure the lake stays clean for further visitors and animals, always practice Leave No Trace.
Come for the breezy hike but stay for the rest of the recreation at Lake Sequoyah!
Google/Molla Hafizur Rahman For further details like lake regulations, head to the City of Fayetteville’s website right here. For a downloadable map of Shoreline Trail, visit this site.
What’s your favorite trail to traverse around Lake Sequoyah? We’d love to hear about your hikes in the comments below! You can always add your photos to our Facebook group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.
Google/Stewart Wright
The 389-acre lake is part of a 1,400-acre park, aptly named Lake Sequoyah Park. The area was originally intended for a city water supply but now the lake is simply a recreational destination.
Google/Lacey Goodman
This hike around the westside of the lake is an easy tour for families. The trail is a 2.1-mile loop with a modest elevation gain of 147 feet. The path is well worn but not paved.
Google/Edward Nguyen
The trails around Lake Sequoyah are all equine-friendly. Just be sure to pack in and pack out. Dogs will need to stay leashed and cleaned up after.
Facebook/AGFC Fisheries NWA
In the late 1950s, Fayetteville used this reservoir as a city water supply. The city switched to the Beaver Water District in the mid-60s. The fresh water attracts all sorts of critters, including a vast variety of birds. You may even spot a bald eagle during your hike!
Google/Nicolas Brickhouse
This staircase cascade is the perfect place to hone your waterfall photography skills!
Spend the afternoon fishing or bring a kayak to paddle around the lake. This area has picnic tables as well if you need to refuel from your trailblazing. To ensure the lake stays clean for further visitors and animals, always practice Leave No Trace.
Google/Molla Hafizur Rahman
For further details like lake regulations, head to the City of Fayetteville’s website right here. For a downloadable map of Shoreline Trail, visit this site.
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Address: Lake Sequoyah, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
