Round Top Mountain Hike: Big Views In The Ozarks (CR)
Hike | Registration opens Sunday, August 16, 2026 2:00 PM
Get ready for a rewarding day hike at Round Top Mountain near Jasper, Arkansas— one of the region’s hidden gems. This moderately challenging trail winds through scenic forest before opening to breathtaking panoramic views of the Ozark Mountains. Along the way, the natural beauty of the area can be enjoyed while engaging in great conversation. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or simply enjoy being outdoors, this trip offers the perfect blend of exploration, exercise, and great company, making the effort well worth the climb. Come prepared for uneven terrain, bring water, snacks/lunch, and get ready to experience one of Arkansas’s hidden gems.
OLLI Activity Level: 3 (Moderately strenuous for regular hikers and very strenuous for others)
Meeting location and further details will be sent in your reminder.
This option is the Commuter Rate (CR) option.
This program meets in person. Participants will drive themselves (commuter rate) to the program location or may elect to meet the transportation group (details to be provided) and follow the van to the destination. This is highly encouraged. Meeting details will be sent in the program reminder.
Class changes occasionally happen; please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.
Destination Location: Arkansas Highway 7 Jasper, AR 72641
Round Top Mtn Trail
Suggested Meeting Location: OLLI HQ, 481 S. Shiloh, Fay 72704
OLLI HQ
Josh Raney
Josh serves as the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. His passion for the outdoors and recreational activities keeps him busy hiking, canoeing, camping, biking and much more. He has been leading OLLI hikes since 2016 and has thoroughly enjoyed time on the trail with the OLLI hikers. One of his favorite activities is seeking out natural waterfalls that spring to life during time of high rainfall and finding overlooks that offer amazing views. Some of his favorite hiking experiences were in Costa Rica, Rocky Mountain National Park and northern Arizona. Josh also enjoys photography and capturing images of nature.