Cleanup underway after straight-line winds cause damage to trees, cabin at Devil's Den State Park
WEST FORK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Cleanup is underway at Devil's Den State Park after straight-line winds damaged parts of the park over the weekend, according to the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism.
A spokesperson for the department said in a statement on Thursday that more than 100 trees were downed due to the winds.
'Cleanup efforts are ongoing, with approximately 80% of debris expected to be removed by [Friday],' the spokesperson said.
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Cabins 1 through 10 at the park are closed because of ongoing renovations by a professional contractor and will remain off-market until renovations are complete. No word was given if those cabins suffered damage.
The spokesperson said Cabins 11 through 20 were in use during the storm. After closing and inspecting those cabins, Cabin 12 will be closed due to storm damage.
The park temporarily lost water after the storm, but service is expected to be restored by Thursday evening, according to the spokesperson.
Park Superintendent Jay Schneider said all camping areas and restrooms are open.
The pool, park store and café remained closed on Thursday and are expected to reopen on Friday, Schneider said.
Five of the park's 11 trails are currently open:
Yellow Rock Trail
Devil's Den Trail
CCC Trail
Lake Trail
Yellow Horse Trail
No details were given on when the other trails will reopen.Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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