Beaver Jim's Cabin in Starlight
15-60 Minutes

Hike the Beaver Jim Villines Homestead Trail

Buffalo National River

This short interpretive loop begins at the Ponca Access of the Buffalo River near the intersection of Hwy. 43 and 74. Walk across the low-water bridge (when passable) and follow signs up the hill. This easy trail passes the old homestead and farm buildings of "Beaver" Jim Villines, an early fur trapper and trader in Boxley Valley.

This short, interpretive loop begins at the Ponca Access of the Buffalo River near the intersection of Hwy. 43 and 74. Walk across the low-water bridge (when passable) and follow signs up the hill. This easy trail passes the old homestead and farm buildings of "Beaver" Jim Villines, an early fur trapper and trader in Boxley Valley.

Tags

Front-Country HikingColonization and SettlementFarming and AgricultureRiver and RiparianTrailsBridgesWestward ExpansionHomesteadingbeaver jimhomesteadOzarksinterpretive trailponcaBoxley ValleyBuffalo Riverupper district hikingBuffalo National River

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Duration

15-60 Minutes

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

This trail has a somewhat steep grade from the Ponca Access to the homestead. Service animals are permitted.

Pets

Yes — Leashed pets are allowed on the Beaver Jim Villines Homestead Trail. Please pick up your pet's waste and dispose of it in a proper receptacle.

Reservations

No

Location

Ponca Access

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