Nice easy trail for an early morning walk. Even though the water was low, enough was flowing to see…read morethe namesake waterfalls. Birds were singing and we saw several squirrels that seemed to not mind our presence. Lots of lizards and water spiders along with pools of minnows It was well worth the 90 mins we spent here.

Beautiful trail with amazing views! The family enjoyed it tremendously, I couldn't go since it's…read morenot scooter friendly, but the pictures and videos are great!

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.

I had the Beef tips special. It was delicious. The other 4…read morehad the patty melt special. All was great. Our server Laurie was fantastic!

Roaring river is a great place! they have bathrooms electric access a Hatchery that YOU CAN SEE!!!…read moreif you love fishing it's definitely for you accessible docks and swimming area nice scenery and cheapish

The White River Valley Trail System is an awesome spot for anyone who loves a challenge. The…read moreparking area is spacious and well-maintained, with clean restrooms and clear welcome signs to get you started. Once you hit the trail these are technical paths with plenty of rocks, roots, and serious elevation changes. It's a tough hike or ride that requires skill and stamina. The trails aren't marked very well, you have to keep an eye on the trees. One of the trails connects to a paved road that leads down to the river, where you'll find access for fishing and some really nice views of the hatchery. Overall, this trail system is beautiful and challenging, perfect if you're looking for a solid workout and don't mind a bit of rough terrain. Definitely not for beginners, but experienced hikers and mountain bikers will love it.

A beautiful place to hike. While the trails are not marked well, the scenery is fantastic!!…read more Trees, wildlife, small waterfalls and so very peaceful. Easy to access. Great area to park cars. The lower trails are quite easy to hike, the ones further in get more difficult. Drop a pin when you park-- since the trails aren't marked well you might have some difficulty getting out if you are on a schedule. When you drop the pin, you can often take a short cut back to the parking area.

This wilderness area is accessible from the trail head shown at the fire tower, or from the south…read more See the web link. There are two stacked loops through rugged mixed timber and two one-way trails along Piney Creek. The trails are not well marked and there are a few "social" trails that can get you lost. A map and compass are a good idea if you plan on hiking from the north trail head to the south trail head or vice versa. This is a gorgeous and rugged area though, and easy to get to from Branson if you just want to get away for a few hours.

Great hiking areas, creek access for wading. Great family and picnic area. Gun range on the west…read moreside along with my favorite trails, Purple, Orange and White. Great switchback trails and four season hiking and trail running. Horses are allowed also, so keep your eyes open. Always be prepared with water and bug spray!

I visited Busiek for the first time this past weekend and in regard to the scenery, all I can…read morereally say is 'Wow.' If you're a fan of hiking, horse back riding, or pretty intense mountain biking, this is a fantastic place to visit on a beautiful seasonal day. You can do any of the above-mentioned activities on Busiek's lengthy trails, which range from flat and grassy to rocky and winding. All of it is stunning and serenly quiet. Things you should know about Busiek: there are no bathrooms, unless you count the ground. Speaking of using the ground as a bathroom - there is horse poop, so watch your step. Finally, there's a shooting range where the trails meet near the parking lot, so take that into consideration if any of your camp has an aversion to loud noises or if your animals are easily spooked. The pops of gunfire do dissipate after a few yards in the woods, though. I'll let the pictures I added speak for themselves, but if you come here when the leaves are changing, you'll be reminded why the Ozarks is actually a very lovely place to live. Truly, Busiek is about as good as it gets (and worthy of five stars) if what you're looking for is a date with nature. A note on kids: I'm not a parent, but I'd be willing to bet this wouldn't be a good place for tots or even youngsters because it's unmanned and can get very tiring, especially as the elevation rises.

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!

Not a single trip to our 1919 log cabin in Eureka Springs is ever really complete until we've…read morestopped by Magnetic Springs for a couple of bottles of cold, delicious Ozark mountain spring water. Furthermore, our good friends Alvin and Charlie run the nearby Magnetic Springs Resort. (Hey, it's a gay friendly, clothing optional place. Great for what it is but probably not a prime choice for heterosexual Southern Baptist types who are in town for a weekend of Bible study and Trump worship.) You really need to stop by these historic springs if you're in the Eureka Springs area -- lots of doctors and artists (and temperance advocate Carrie Nation!) lived in this area a hundred and twenty years ago. Lots of nearby bars and restaurants, as well as shops and galleries. (This is just around the bend from Main Street, for Pete's sake.)

Always love stopping by here and putting my hands in the water. It is so serine…read more Such a cool place to visit.

This lake is beautiful and is definitely worth exploring. The trails have different levels of…read moreexperience so even for someone without any experience they could go on a beginner trail. There's also biking. You can't go to Eureka Springs without coming here to bask in the glory of nature.

Gorgeous lake. There is one small loop and one large loop. There's also one off trail worth…read morechecking out. I'm sure many will appreciate the well maintained port a potty.

Nice 1.5 mile loop that skirts by the water, has some good rock formations, and goes down and then…read moreup on the way back. I think this was pretty easy to find and that's from someone who had never been in this area before. It's just a beautiful area, and this trail hits a lot of the natural scenery. There's a bathroom at the trailhead, and a decent amount of parking as well. Didn't see a lot of wildlife but there are boatloads of ticks in this area in the summer, so come prepared with lots of bug spray! Bonus for our trip this year, but this was one of the only hiking trails in the area that was open. There were several tornadoes around Memorial Day 2024 that left ton of trees uprooted and toppled, so this trail is clear as of June 2024.

This local trail is not too far out of town and one that my husband and I walk often when the…read moreweather is just so. Its a nice trail thats easy to moderate, its about 1 1/2 miles in length, a large loop. Very enjoyable when the leaves are turning in the Fall or when hundreds of dogwoods are blooming in the Spring. One the whole family can enjoy, only steep in a few places. I'll post some pics of the bluffs, etc