3-5 Hours
Hike the Indian Rockhouse Trail
Buffalo National River
A hike on the Indian Rockhouse reveals geologic formations commonly found on a limestone landscape and gives hikers an opportunity to explore locations where ancient peoples sought shelter.
At 3.5 miles, round-trip, the Indian Rockhouse Trail meanders past a sinkhole, waterfall, mine prospect, Panther Creek, sculpted bedrock and a quarry. Many of these geologic features are typical of a karst landscape. People have been visiting this bluff shelter as far back as 7,000 BC. Coming to the attention of the Carnegie Institute, excavations were carried out in the 1930s, revealing an array of stone tools, basketry, and food remains. The site has been protected from all excavation and collection since becoming part of Buffalo National River in 1972 so that the remains of this unique site can be preserved for future generations. The Indian Rockhouse is a moderate to strenuous trail with steep inclines/declines. Pets are not permitted on this trail.
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HikingCaves, Caverns and KarstTrailsBuffalo National RiverLower District HikingIndian Rockhouse Trail
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Details
Duration
3-5 Hours
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
This is a narrow trail that traverses steep, uneven, and rocky terrain. Documented service animals are permitted.
Pets
No
Reservations
No
Location
Indian Rockhouse Trailhead