Category: Places to Visit

Check out some of the amazing places you can visit in the Ozarks. This is a great resource for planning your next adventure in the Ozarks.

Haggard Swinging Bridge

haggard bridge

The Haggard Swinging Bridge is a historic suspension bridge over Bear Creek just north of Harrison, AR. This suspension bridge was placed on the Historic Register in 1995. It was built by the WPA (Works Progress Administration) and was completed in 1941. It is located on Cottonwood road, a few miles north of Harrison. It…Read more

Flippin Walk-In Access Crooked Creek

flippin walk-in access

The Flippin Walk-In Access to Crooked Creek is located on Marion County Road just off US Highway 62. The road is gated, so there is no vehicle traffic allowed. There is a small parking area just off the road. You can carry a canoe to the edge of the water for launching, or you can…Read more

Wildcat Shoals

wildcat shoals

Wildcat Shoals Access is approximately 6 miles off US Highway 62 in Cotter, Arkansas. Wildcat Shoals Access includes a boat ramp and you can also bank or wade fish for trout in this area. Brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout are all present in this section of the river. Wildcat shoals is a short drive from…Read more

Big Springs Park- Cotter, AR

cotter park

There is plenty to do at Big Springs Park in Cotter, AR. Besides the historic Cotter bridge, the park includes a boat launch, Big Springs Catch & Release area, a historical marker with some old railroad cars, and a playground for the kids. There are also trails to a couple of walk-in areas where you…Read more

Empire Park

empire park

Empire Park is located in Forsyth, MO. on Lake Taneycomo. The park has boat ramps, walking trails, playgrounds, fishing areas, and a disc golf course. I have read that the fishing in Empire park is excellent. The anglers that reported talked of catching both bass and trout in the area. I have to say that…Read more

Y Highway Scenic Overlook

Y scenic

The Y Highway scenic overlook has a parking area that overlooks Lake Taneycomo in Forsyth, MO. The Y Highway scenic overlook provides incredible views of the White River Valley. Follow the map from Google below to find the overlook. There is a parking area you can pull into and get out to take in the…Read more

The Peel Ferry

Peel Ferry

The Peel Ferry is the last publicly-operated ferry boat in the state of Arkansas. It crosses a section of Bull Shoals Lake because there is no bridge connecting the two sections of AR Highway 125. This is something you should see if you are in the area. It operates on Highway 125 crossing Bull Shoals…Read more

Dam Site Park

Bull Shoals Park Boat Launch

Dam Site Park is located near Bull Shoals Dam in the city of Bull Shoals, Arkansas. Dam Site Park has RV hookups with water and electricity. There is a concrete boat ramp with plenty of parking for your rig. You can launch your boat and enjoy the lake’s crystal clear waters. There is a grocery…Read more

Moving To The Ozarks

Buffalo River Overlook

If you are thinking of getting out of the crowded city during the current pandemic you may be considering where to move. Some people may have even considered moving to the Ozarks as that place they see as a refuge from all the problems of city life. If this is you, you might want to…Read more

Yellville City Park Crooked Creek Access

yellville park

Located on Highway 14, just after crossing the picturesque Crooked Creek in Yellville, the public access area of Yellville City Park beckons outdoor enthusiasts with its array of recreational offerings. This hidden gem serves as a gateway to a natural haven, providing a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. The inviting boat launch stands ready…Read more