This is the BEST TRAIL in NWA! Period! I mean, come on: look at the 5-stars!…read more This is fairly easy hike for all skill levels. 3miles round-trip. 2-4hours total. Kids (and adults) will love scrambling on all the large rocks. Adults with enjoy the beauty of creation. And if you are brave enough, you will find a cathedral-type cave at the end of your journey. You do have to squeeze to find it, but the trip back into the cave is worth it--just be careful of any low hanging bats (lol!). My wife and I have lived in NWA for 5+ years and we do this hike at least once a year. Sometimes just us, but usually with a group and no one has ever complained about the distance or that they were bored. So good! I love this hike and I know you will too!!

Lost Valley Trail - Buffalo National River, Arkansas…read more Lost Valley Trail was a great hike and one of the highlights of our time exploring the Buffalo National River area. The trail takes you through a beautiful, heavily wooded Ozark landscape with towering trees, rocky creek beds, huge rock formations, and some really impressive bluffs along the way. We made our way to Eden Falls and also checked out the cave, which made the hike even more fun and adventurous. The scenery around the rock formations and cave was probably my favorite part of the trail. The only disappointment was that the area hadn't received much rain recently, so Eden Falls was completely dried up during our visit. Even without the waterfall flowing, though, the hike itself was definitely worth doing. The forest, cliffs, creek beds, and cave still provided plenty to see and made for a beautiful outdoor experience. Great hike with lots of variety and beautiful Ozark scenery. I would definitely recommend visiting--just try to go after some rainfall if you want to see Eden Falls flowing!

Great place to stay! Very friendly staff, Jeff is super knowledgeable about the surrounding area…read more Lots of free information on local hikes, and maps. The trading post is fully stocked with anything you would need. I stayed in a platform hut for 2 nights, very comfortable. It's a short walk to the bathroom / shower, which is very clean and well maintained. Very quiet at night. Will definitely be back!

Stop here every time I go through Compton and Ponca. Their prices are the best for souvenirs and…read moresupplies. I love the T-shirts and usually buy at least one every time I stop. They also have the best adventure gadgets.

Absolutely gorgeous venue. I've spent a lot of time traveling to different music festivals, and…read morethis one is truly one of a kind. I could never convince my wife of 22 years to attend any kind of festival with me, but the farm campground's changed that for ever. I drug her out one time and she's now fully engulfed into the community. This place will always have a special spot in my heart.

This property is not only magical but another place to call home! No matter the time of year,…read moreevent, or if you're just passing through and would like to camp somewhere absolutely b e a u t i f u l, it's the place to go! Their events throughout the season are life changing. They're filled with down to earth people, the environment is healthy and amazing, and everyone pitches in to help one another. Fundraisers are also often held by the owners to help supply food or clothing to the community. It's a well rounded, clean and loving place to visit.

Beautiful area with a lot of hiking trails. One or 2 are easy but the rest will be more difficult…read more We had my parents with us so we did the easy Homestead Trail and walked from the homestead to the viewing platform and back. Then we drove around a little and found parking areas at campsites close to the river so we could get other views. The ranger did tell us that we could get more places if we had 4WD. We stayed mostly in the middle and lower sections. I wish we'd gone at night for the night sky but wasn't aware of it at the time and needed to move on to our next destination. We will be back in the future to enjoy more of the river and the park.

I finally made it to the Ozarks in AR! It had long been on my bucket list for years but now it's…read moregone from it. And today, I'm writing this review solely based on the drive down to Triple (aka Twin) Falls. If you are not into a long hike (2 miles+ one way), then this is definitely the one for you. To see the waterfall, you'll only need to take a very short hike from the trailhead (although driving down there is very winding and steep so there is even a road sign that says, "Cool your brakes" on the way.) Going back to the hike part, if you want to go up to the top of the waterfall however, you'll need to hike another 0.25 miles from the bottom but it's definitely doable even if you absolutely hate to hike/walk! The exact date of the hike was today (Wednesday, April 20, 2022). It had been raining on and off all day so the trail was muddy. But in my opinion, the rain made the whole experience so mystic, mysterious, and very green with abundance of water spouting out from the top of it. The water was, surprisingly, not so muddy. We took the time to explore the area for at least an 1.5 hours. Interestingly, not a single soul came and went during the whole duration of our visit; we had the whole area to ourselves. The area was so picturesque. It's definitely a great place for a meditation to empty your mind. You'll also have so many spots to take beautiful pictures from so many different angles. I HIGHLY recommend this place for waterfall chasers!!

This place is so tranquil for relaxed quiet camping. The 100+ yr oaks, cute cottage office and…read moredistant ridge views. All kinds of campers come through: motorcycle groups, hikers, canoers, weekend campers and overnighters. Campfire rings and picnic tables at each site. We stayed here in a 40' fifth wheel. Staff and new Management is very professional.

The women's shower hasn't been cleaned in ages. Wear shower shoes, there is fungus just waiting for…read moreyour toes. New management closes the office frequently. The animals are gone, so no petting zoo as advertised. Grounds are unkept. It is missing it's former glory.

It's an amazing place with waterfalls, a stream for fishing, and several caves. The artifacts on…read moredisplay are interesting and well done. In general, it's a very peaceful place. There is guided or self-guided fishing and guided tours via tram or self-guided tours via bike or walking. There is a restaurant on site in the mill building. There is wildlife along the way and there are herds of Bison and elk as well as some Texas longhorn cattle. The park straddles the Missouri - Arkansas boarder. It is well worth the time you spend there.

On a Monday morning in April we (I, mother and daughter) set out to cruise through the glorious…read morecanyon on wheels. Feeling a bit hesitant at first to do it on bike but it was the best feeling. It was a perfect 68, clear skies and lilac blooms along the way. The perfection was almost overwhelming. A tram is also available for a round trip adventure but the bike was just too fun to pass up. Along the way we saw all kinds of little critters, snakes, fish and birds. Stopped at the tree house, chapel and most of the waterfalls. On bike with all the stops about 2 hours, walking could easily be 3+. Bikes are $15 each and I highly recommend getting there early so you have your pick cause the good ones go fast. Some have baskets and you should get one of those and then fill it with a picnic lunch. Little under $20 per person for entry, with discounts for veterans, seniors and children. Large parking but the place is popular, so again if possible arrive early.

Absolutely stunning park with something for everyone. The views of Table Rock Lake are…read moreincredible--especially around sunrise and sunset--and the entire area is extremely well maintained. The trails are a great mix of easy and moderate, with plenty of scenic overlooks and shaded paths. Whether you're walking, biking, or just exploring, it's easy to spend hours here. The marina area is clean and organized, and the water is crystal clear, making it perfect for relaxing, swimming, or launching a boat. Huge credit to Missouri State Parks for the upkeep--you can tell they take pride in keeping everything clean, safe, and accessible. If you're in the Branson area, this is a must-visit spot whether you're looking for a peaceful walk or a full day outdoors.

Table Rock Lake State Park is a fantastic place to spend time while visiting Branson. We only…read morewalked and biked during our visit, but the trails alone make this park worth the stop, incredible water views that are honestly hard to beat. There is ample parking in multiple locations throughout the park, which makes it easy to hop out and explore without feeling crowded. Each area offers something a little different, some spots are perfect for trail access, others for lake views or picnicking. If you're arriving by boat, the park is just as convenient. One of the parking areas connects directly to the Dewey Short Visitor Center, which has a boat dock for visitors who want to come ashore and explore. The visitor center itself is worth a stop, with lake information, exhibits, and clean restrooms. Whether you're walking, biking, boating, or just looking for a peaceful place to relax, Table Rock Lake State Park has something for everyone. We loved our time here and will be back to explore more.

Hosts were such sweet and kind people! They were wonderful and helpful with all questions!read more

Very good customer service We rented a cabin for 3 nights…read more When we entered the cabin, I was pleasantly surprised to see that the pics online did not do the cabin justice. It was cute and cozy. This place is good if you want just the very basic of amenities. Shelter and running water, optional kitchenette. I couldn't give this place higher rating simply because we felt the cleaning could be a bit more thorough. Surely the most trafficked areas are cleaned but there could be better inspections with their cleaning. There were splatters of brown stains on the wall next to the bed. Made the whole place feel untidy.

This campground was conveniently located on Indian Point near SDC. We didn't go to the theme park,…read morebut for sake of knowledge. There are many spots and some have electric while others have both electric and water. The spots are for varying size trailers/RVs or tent camping. They're spaced nicely so you have a little privacy. It's absolutely beautifully. I felt like I was in a rainforest. Although we had some on and off rain... the campground is very much in nature, green, lots of trees and waking up to birds chirping was lovely! I will say, there were some disrespectful neighbors camping, which can be expected, that stayed up until 3 am partying, loud music, drinking, etc. I think the park host paid them a visit and it was much quieter after 10pm. The bathrooms are also available with private toilet and shower combos. I will say... they were quite disgusting. Constantly wet and humid inside from the showers, visible mold on the walls and ceiling and rust and corrosion at the base of the doors. I had brought my own portable potty and small shower tent, but was informed that was against campground policy and told to take it down. Other than that, it was great. Has a playground, nice walking, beach, and close to some markets and restaurants.

Nice access to Indian Point marina and the lake! Beautiful views and lovely campsite.read more

Cricket Creek Marina Campground is a beautiful serene campground nestled in the trees by the lower…read morepart of Table Rock Lake. This part of the lake is calm and way less crowded even though it's super close to Branson. This is a great place to camp with your 5th, motorhome or trailer! They even have pull through sites for buses and longer rigs. Each site is well paved for leveling and have electric & water hookups. The dumping station is conveniently located across the street from the camping sites. Cricket Creek is dog friendly, retiree and family oriented. This is a beautiful camp ground to walk and it's a short distant walk to the marina. This campground is very clean and well maintained.

This is a hidden jewel in the Ozarks. It is absolutely beautiful, and the marina is right next…read moredoor. Close to everything, but a world away.