Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the heart of nature as we unveil the ultimate guide to 8 breathtaking hiking trails in the Ozarks. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Ozark Mountains while traversing these trails that offer panoramic views, stunning rock formations, and enchanting waterfalls. From the iconic Whitaker Point to the…Read more
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Best Outdoor Activities in the Ozarks
Keep reading to find out about some of the best outdoor activities in the Ozarks. The Ozark Mountains are located in the central United States. They stretch from Oklahoma through Arkansas and into Missouri. The range is part of the larger Ozark Plateau. The Ozarks are known for their rugged terrain, breathtaking views, and abundant…Read more
Waterfall Hikes in the Arkansas Ozarks
We have put together a list of some of the amazing waterfall hikes in the Ozarks. Each waterfall is linked to the full-page article for that hike. You can read tips for the hike, see photos, and most contain downloadable GPS files you can load into your GPS to help you navigate to them. Each…Read more
Fern Falls and Lonesome Hollow Falls
I want to let you know about Fern Falls and Lonesome Hollow Falls in this post. Both are beautiful waterfalls you can quickly see just a short distance from Scenic Highway 7 south of Jasper Arkansas. We easily saw both waterfalls in the space of a few hours on a warm December morning in 2022….Read more
Antenna Pine Overlook Hike
We began the hike to Antenna Pine Overlook from the Compton Trailhead in Compton Arkansas. This is the trailhead that also includes the hike down to Hemmed In Hollow Falls. Read on to find out what you need to know to reach this overlook of the Buffalo River Valley with amazing views. What Is Antenna…Read more
Compton’s Double Falls Trail
We set out on this hike in mid-March to visit Compton’s Double Falls in the Upper Buffalo Wilderness of Arkansas. It was a great day to hike. There was a cool breeze with temperatures in the upper 50s and a clear blue sky. So we drove down and began the hike around 1:45 pm. The…Read more
Bowers Hollow Falls
Bowers Hollow Falls is located in the upper Buffalo River Wilderness. I can say that although we spotted several cars on the way in we had the whole trail to ourselves. Let me just say that this is one of the most strikingly beautiful waterfalls we have visited. It is listed as 56′ tall, but…Read more
Big Bluff Goat Trail
The Big Bluff Goat Trail is a spur trail off the Centerpoint Trail in the Ponca Wilderness of the Buffalo National River. You start your hike at the Centerpoint trailhead next to Highway 43 at Compton, AR. This trail gets crowded during warmer weather. If you get there and the lot is full, you can…Read more
7 Top Tips For Hiking
These 7 top tips for hiking can help make your trip into the wilderness both enjoyable and safe. Heading into the wild on a hiking trip can be exhilarating. Getting out and experiencing nature and all the sights and sounds that go with it can be food for your soul. Setting out on a hike…Read more
Hemmed In Hollow Falls
Hemmed In Hollow Falls is the tallest waterfall between the Rockies and the Appalachian mountains at around 209′ tall. The trail down to the falls is steep and rugged, with an elevation change of about 1200′. I will say that it isn’t as bad as I had expected, given all the accounts I had read…Read more