Whitaker Point Trail (Hawksbill Crag) is a 2.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Deer, Arkansas that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
kid friendly
birding
camping
hiking
nature trips
trail running
walking
cave
forest
river
views
waterfall
wild flowers
wildlife
rocky
scramble
The trail's destination is the "Crag", a rock formation that juts out from the bluff's face that resembles a hawk's beak. It overlooks Whitaker Creek and a huge valley stretching for a long distance. but this is not all, in the spring and fall rainy season you can discover a number of waterfalls.
Julie P.
Great for a day outing. Beautiful scenery!!
Great views, moderate hike, the only problem was getting to the trailhead- road from Boxley is 6 miles gravel, steep, and needed grading, but my civic made it in one piece. First half of the trail is easy downhill then flat once you get to the cliffs. Lots of cut-through trails have destroyed the area when you get to the loop.
My friend and I really enjoyed this trail. It's challenging with some rugged terrain to traverse. The closer you get to the Crag, the more outcrops of rocks there are to enjoy the view. The trail is moderate being more strenuous going back, but it's not bad. I'm out of shape and handled it ok. The 6 mile dirt road getting to the trail head and get rough so go slow if your in a sedan. We had a lot of fun hiking this trail!
only people this evening. perfect weather
Amazing views!!!! The hike was fun and challenging if you're carrying equipment but it's totally worth it in the end! Recommend to any one who want a nice camping spot with an outstanding view of the forest!
Easy in-and-out hike. The views overlooking the forest were breathtaking. The side of the crag looks cooler and more daunting than the view from atop the crag. Definitely worth the trek in!
Out and back! Don't go past the crag!