A group of eight people sits on a stone ledge in front of a "Mt. Magazine State Park" sign, smiling amidst autumn trees. The mood is cheerful and relaxed.

Take A Hike

Sequoyah High School

November 20, 2025

In celebration of #NationalTakeAHikeDay, the SHS Hiking Club visited Mount Magazine State Park in Arkansas last weekend! 🥾⛰️

Students hiked the Benefield East & West Loop and enjoyed incredible fall views of the Petit Jean Valley. After setting up camp, they took an evening hike on the Dripping Springs Trail and ended the night with a family-style fajita dinner. 🌮✨

The next morning, they cooked breakfast and set out on a 6.8-mile loop, reaching Signal Hill, the highest point in Arkansas. Along the way, they learned about the mountain’s rich history, including Native American nations who inhabited the area, French explorers, Civil War impacts, New Deal programs, and modern forest management. 🌄📚Silhouettes of three people sitting side by side, facing a vibrant twilight sky. The scene conveys a serene and contemplative mood.A group of hikers with backpacks stands on a rocky overlook, enjoying a scenic view of mountains and an expansive valley under a partly cloudy sky.A group of eight people stands smiling on a stone lookout point overlooking a vast forested valley. The mood is cheerful and the landscape is serene.A group of hikers with backpacks stands at a rocky lookout, enjoying a vast scenic view under a bright sun and a sky filled with wispy clouds.A group of people sits around a picnic table under a canopy at night, sharing a meal. They seem cheerful and cozy, wearing hats and jackets.