Centerpoint Trailhead — Attraction in Harrison

Went on this hike at the end of December, the trees were all dried up, but the hike was still pretty good. The first 3 miles was mostly downhill or flat surface, which was easy. The last 3 miles was uphill but wasn’t difficult at all. You can take breaks and easily finish it. The weather was very pleasant. It was a little sunny and windy, temperature was perfect! It was a beautiful day to hike. Met a few hikers along the way, it says that dogs are not allowed on the trail, but we saw quite a few dogs. Limited parking available. There are no restrooms at the starting point of the hike or anywhere on the trail. The trail was mostly rocky and dry, there were sections that was a little muddy maybe because it rained a few days back, but it was not bad at all. I wasn’t wearing any professional hiking shoes and I was just fine. I carried some water and snacks, once you reach the bluff, there’s plenty of spots for you to sit, look over the Buffalo river, enjoy the calmness of the natures, and enjoy some snacks. We took a short break at the viewpoint and headed back again. It’s not a loop, but you go back up the same route to the parking lot as you came down. I’d just recommend to be a little careful at the viewpoint as there is no side railing or safety for hikers. But it’s not too bad as long as you practice some precautions and are careful. The total elevation is about 1000 ft and they say that while coming back you hike the height of the Golden Gate Bridge. I’d love to go back here during august to see the fall colors. I got to interact with a few locals there and they said that the place looks like a rainbow during fall.. I think spring would be a great time visit too, would love to come back during a different season. But 10/10 for the view, experience, a good morning cardio. There are so many other trails around as well, that would take you to different spots near the Buffalo river. Check the weather condition before the hike. Stay safe and...

We started our hike at Center Point Trailhead, and went down the 3.5 miles to the river down towards horseshoe bend. We took an hour break and cooled off in the water with our 16mon old son before continuing on. We hiked across the river onto horseshoe bend, and then trekked back across the river to head toward Hemmed in Hollows Falls. After the second river crossing, (third if you count the little crossing of sneeds creek) we were finally on our way to HH Falls. The trail was mostly downhill until that last crossing of the river, then it was a but uphill from there, but not severely.

On the way back out, was a different story. We seriously considered hiking up to Compton Trailhead and hitching a ride back to our vehicle. By this point, we had gone through all of our water, and no more food or snacks for ourselves (saved what we had for our son), and have been in the woods for 4hrs including our 1hr river break. We hiked back out the same way we came in, however we did end up drinking river water out if necessity. The hike back was daunting, and almost completely uphill the entire way.

Our hike began at 11am, we finally reached the truck at 7pm. We had 1hr of play time in the water, and other than that we were hiking or trying to catch our breathe with 40lbs of child and gear on our backs.

The Falls I can only imagine would be beautiful when flowing, but nonetheless, the huge bluff was awesome to see and the riverbed below it worn away by the fall itself. The water was nice and refreshing to take a dip in, and made for a nice break from the trail.

If your hiking from here to the Falls, be prepared, WELL prepared, as we were not. Even hiking down the the creek bed and back, I can imagine would be a fairly tough hike. But from this trailhead to the Falls was a bit...

Like all trails, you can make it as long or short as you want. We made it long and saw the Goat Bluff, Granny Hendersons cabin and Hemmed-in-Hollow waterfall. This trail clocks in at 11.93 miles round trip and over ten hours of hiking by connecting several trails. This was a day hike for us but there are plenty of great spots to make it a two day backpacking trip. You can make the trail much shorter if you just went to the goat bluff or cabin. On this hike there are two sections that are long and steep with the worst section between the Goat Bluff and cabin. The trail in general is very rocky with some sections that are smooth and level, almost like walking on carpet after miles of rocks! From the cabin you need to work your way down Sneeds creek and cross to a connecting trail to the Compton / Hemmed -in Hollow trail. This area has some smaller elevation gain/loss and deadfall. Overall, not too bad. The Compton trail to waterfall also has some elevation loss/ gain but the trail was clear of deadfall. Be careful as most people get lost or hurt in the cabin/ waterfall area. I myself was involved on a trail rescue several years ago after walking upon an injured hiker. Rescue will be slow to arrive as the area is extreme and remote. In general, the trail was long and hard in spots. It is very remote with no cell coverage shortly after the trail starts. Take plenty of water and food and take your time to soak it all in. If you are not a somewhat conditioned hiker, I would make the trail shorter and see the Goat...