Backpacking Hurricane Creek Wilderness Area

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  • Опубліковано 3 бер 2013
  • A recent overnighter in the Hurricane Creek Wilderness Area in Southern Arkansas between Haw Creek Campground and Fairview Campground outside of Pelsor, AR. Great natural features like house sized boulders, emerald green creeks, and of course the natural bridge itself. Great trail that is well marked and in good shape (recent storm damage still remains in sections). This was my first time here and first time setting foot on any section of the OHT so wanted to make a quick "scouting" trip to plan for future visits.Awesome place! If your in the area don't miss it!
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  • @patdunlap7608
    @patdunlap7608 11 років тому

    Hi Pete,
    I just finished a through hike of the OHT a few days ago. I am happy to have found your video. This is my favorite portion of the OHT, for reasons already clear to you. Thanks for taking the time to post this. I'm going to post a link to backpackingarkansas. Thanks again.

  • @railrunner01
    @railrunner01 4 роки тому

    At 9:04, I believe the rock formation across is called Buzzard roost. It is an awesome place to visit and camp. It has a bunch of caves and tunnels. The top has turtle rocks. It has another bridge.

  • @hikewithmike4673
    @hikewithmike4673 9 років тому

    WOW!!!!.....what a beautiful and varied hiking and camping trip......the Ozarks are awesome......I need to visit these trails!!!!!.....thanks for sharing.......great job with the video!!

    • @PeteBraginton
      @PeteBraginton  9 років тому

      Glad you enjoyed, Mike! The Ozarks are truly a wonderful place to explore....lotsa good backpacking around here, and Hurricane Creek is one of my favorites. You oughta come check it out! Thanks for watching & the sub....stay tuned for more trips...season is right around the corner!

  • @nbanolfkid
    @nbanolfkid 7 років тому

    Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed your video and learned a lot about the area. Good job.

  • @rainbowhiker
    @rainbowhiker 11 років тому

    That was fun to watch. The coloring in the area is so beautiful, especially that water. Almost glacial in color. I'm amazed at the amount of grouth in the area, especially trees. They're everywhere. Wow. Thanks for a great 23 minutes.

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    Awesome Pat!...glad you liked the video!
    There is so much neat stuff to see there, truly a special place.
    Congrats on your recent OHT Thru!
    I 've got that trip on my radar as well hopefully this Fall.

  • @NoTrail
    @NoTrail 11 років тому

    Enjoyed that trip...man.......I love that area...thanks fer documenting the action...

  • @garyg763
    @garyg763 11 років тому

    You are on the move this year my friend, I keep wanting to head out, but a thing called WORK has held me up. Thanks for the trip.

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed!
    The water color was unreal and the vegetation was thick... it would be like a jungle in the Summer!

  • @NoTrail
    @NoTrail 11 років тому

    Wow...thanks Pete! I felt like I was right there too.

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    Thanks Patrick,
    Gotta tell you it was your vid. on YT re: Hurricane Creek that got me lookin' at the area in the first place. It looked too cool, so I had to check it out!
    Was not disappointed.....Thanks!

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    yup, it's called the "Notch", a fantastic little tent made by Henry Shires Tarptent
    super versatile!.....I love it!

  • @mikedkc
    @mikedkc 11 років тому

    Hey Pete, I am diggin' your videos. I am an AR resident. Up in the NW part. Mostly a solo hiker, but I'd be happy to catch a section of the OHT with you if you're interested.

  • @sabrinabrown3957
    @sabrinabrown3957 9 років тому

    I've been through that area several times before I knew where I was hiking at but I don't know how to get to cider limb hallow?

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    It's a great hike....check it out!

  • @LifeB4Death99
    @LifeB4Death99 9 років тому

    Hey, I enjoyed your video, reminds me of where I grew up as a kid! I am wondering if you have an idea of where a good place for a first time backpacker to do an overnighter would be. I would be doing it alone most likely, but I did grow up roaming the woods and camping, just never both at the same time! I would prefer to go somewhere with marked paths if possible. Any input you would have would be great and thanks!

    • @PeteBraginton
      @PeteBraginton  9 років тому

      Zackery Wade Hey Zackery, If you live in the NW Arkansas area...check out Buffalo National River, it has a great trail system that is well marked and totally awesome backpacking! Also: Hobbs State Park near War Eagle, (Pigeon Roost Trail)....Sylamore Trail (Eastern AR.)....Ozark Highlands Trail, (Near Hot Springs). My personal favorite in this area would be the Buffalo because of variety and scenery. Hope that helps, and thanks for watching!

  • @PeteBraginton
    @PeteBraginton  11 років тому

    Well, I figured I should get out while I could and cover as much "new ground" as possible before my busy season starts up.....stupid WORK.....but how else could I support my Backpacking addiction.....gotta get while the gettin's there!......take care!

  • @pjpreston3019
    @pjpreston3019 2 роки тому

    Great video, Pete. Question: starting at the Big Piney Bridge and doing the hike as a loop, are there enough caves and overhangs that you could get by without a tent..? Thx, JP

    • @PeteBraginton
      @PeteBraginton  2 роки тому

      There is a massive overhang near the natural bridge near Hurricane Creek that would be perfect. I did not notice any caves, but they are very likely there...I was just focused on the terrain near the trail. The only way to loop this hike would be to use the high water bypass trail as the loop, then end up back at BP Bridge. There is so much cool stuff (rocks, caves, creek, bluffs some perfect for cave-man'n it) on the other side (Eastern) of Hurricane creek. This trip I went from BP bridge to the campground at Fairview. Its an awesome place with lots to explore!

  • @solarjinx
    @solarjinx 11 років тому

    What's the name of that tarp you're using? Did you say "the notch"? It looks perfect for what I need.

  • @UCOPIKE
    @UCOPIKE 4 роки тому

    Pete, do you have the coordinates for the natural bridge?

    • @PeteBraginton
      @PeteBraginton  4 роки тому +1

      I think this will getcha close...
      35.7189699° N
      -93.2243432° W

    • @UCOPIKE
      @UCOPIKE 4 роки тому

      @@PeteBraginton thank you!