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5,207 ft
Distance
302 ft
Climb
00:19:50
Avg time
302 ft
Altitude change
1,952 ft
Altitude min
2,254 ft
Altitude max
1,952 ft
Altitude start
2,254 ft
Altitude end
5.8%
Grade
0.5%
Grade max
30.1%
Grade min
5,062 ft
Distance climb
144 ft
Distance flat
00:19:50
Avg time
Red Star Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaUpper Buffalo Head Waters
Jasper, Arkansas -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity30 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 65 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonAll Year
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailJump
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Year Opened2013
Good way to drop in to the valley or exit the valley really quick.
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From HWY 16 where the start of county road 5 starts.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
- 2 rides
- 13 miles avg distance
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- 13 rides
- Last: Apr 25, 2026
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Directions to red-star trailhead
(35.849510, -93.517840)
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Routes with this trail
41 miles • 4,675 ft • 5 • Loop •
2018 Buffalo Headwaters Challenge Course - Includes some riding through private property - do NOT ride...
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Nearby Trails
- Wildcat 1 mile
- Cave Mountain Road 1 mile
- Up And Out (private) 1 mile
- Azalea Falls 2 miles
- Sidewinder 2 miles
Upper Buffalo Head Waters
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Frequently Asked Questions About Red Star
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Where is Red Star located?
Red Star is located in Upper Buffalo Head Waters, Jasper, Arkansas, United States. It is part of the Upper Buffalo Head Waters trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.84951, -93.51784.
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How hard is Red Star?
Red Star is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 5.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Red Star?
Red Star has 302 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,952 ft to 2,254 ft.
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Is Red Star a point to point trail?
Red Star is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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