Tucker Hollow park is maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The park includes a boat ramp, campsites with water and electricity, a marina, and restrooms. Take Highway 14 north approximately 4.5 miles from Lead Hill, Arkansas, and turn on Highway 281. Follow Highway 281 for about 2 miles and you will come to … Read more
Elise Falls is one of the amazing sights you can see if you visit the Smith Creek Nature Preserve. The Smith Creek Nature Preserve is over 1300 acres of Ozark forest land preserved to protect the land and wildlife. The preserve is located on State Highway 21 just a few miles south of Ponca, Arkansas. … Read more
The city of Mammoth Spring is nestled along the Arkansas/Missouri border in North Central Arkansas. We wanted to take you along as we traveled to see the spring from which the city got its name. We visited Mammoth Spring State Park to view the spring. This is a huge spring that bubbles up from underground … Read more
Blue Spring Heritage Center in Eureka Springs, Arkansas is full of natural beauty and history. On a recent visit to Eureka Springs, we toured the spring and gardens. We also took a tour of the heritage center and learned about the history of this natural wonder. To reach Blue Spring Heritage Center, follow US Highway … Read more
Twin Falls trail is a short hiking trail that is located at Camp Orr Boy Scout Camp. The area beyond the parking area is private property and there are signs to show you where to park. There is also a small sign pointing the way to the trail to Twin Falls. The trail to the … Read more
As many of our readers know, I am a big fan of shooting lightning photos. Anytime storms are forecast, you can find me out with my cameras set up, working to catch some amazing images. I love storms and the lightning that goes along with them. I love capturing the beauty of lightning photos to … Read more
The Frost Point Access is a concrete boat launch area with ample parking at normal water levels. Be sure and check the lake levels before planning a trip. The launch may be inaccessible during times of high water, such as we experienced in the summer of 2021. The photo was taken in late winter 2021 … Read more
White River State Park is located on the city of Bull Shoals’ side of Bull Shoals dam. It includes an overlook of the White River and the downstream side of the dam. It also includes a visitor center you can visit during business hours. There is also a large spring in the park known as … Read more
The Hodgson Water Mill near Dora, MO. is a nice place to stop, stretch your legs, and view a historic structure. The mill is built atop a spring that flows from the rocks below the mill. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the Hodgson Water Mill was an important part of the community … Read more
Tyler Bend is a popular swimming hole and canoe launching site on the Buffalo River. Tyler Bend is located between Marshall and St. Joe, Arkansas, on US Highway 65. If you are traveling from central Arkansas, take US Highway 65 North from Conway. The turn-off to reach the park is 10 miles north of Marshall … Read more
