EVENT DETAILS
Backpacking the Butterfield Trail at Devil’s Den State Park immerses hikers in one of Arkansas’s most geologically unique landscapes. The route showcases the beautiful Ozarks, with forested valleys, rocky bluffs, creek crossings, waterfalls, and sweeping ridge-top views. Along the way, hikers experience some of the area’s unique natural and historic features while learning the basics of traveling and camping in the backcountry.
With steady elevation changes and rocky footing, this route provides a rewarding challenge without being overly technical. Designated backcountry campsites offer a quiet, scenic place to spend the night and experience the park after day visitors leave—when the forest settles in and the stars come out.
Trip Information
Distance: ~15 miles
Trip Length: 2 days / 1 night
Difficulty: Moderate
Ability Level: Intermediate or adventurous beginners
Elevation Gain: Moderate, with several sustained climbs and descents
Terrain: Rocky trail, forest floor, limestone outcrops, narrow tread in places
37 North Master Guides will handle everything for you. They teach you how to pack your pack, carry extra supplies, set up camp for those needing assistance, and prepare delicious backcountry meals for the entire group. 37 North provides tents and sleeping pads, along with water and all meals. Guests will be responsible for personal items sleeping bags, and backpack.
DAY 1
Meet at Wishing Springs for gear check, loading and group orientation
Depart for Devils Den State Park
At the Trail head, unload and make final pack adjustments
Begin hike on the Butterfield Trail
Lunch and breaks along the trail
Arrive at designated backcountry campsite
Camp setup, dinner, and evening in the backcountry
DAY 2
Breakfast and breakdown of camp
Continue the loop through additional rock features and scenic terrain
Complete hike back to the trailhead by early afternoon
*This trip has a minimum participation requirement of 4 participants.
Upon inclement weather, the rain date for this event has been selected for November 7 + 8, 2026.