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Nestled in the Arkansas Ozarks, near Arkansas
state parks and the Buffalo National River, these rental
cabins offer ideal lodging for enjoying "The Natural
State."
Where to eat
Things to do:
- Canoeing. Canoes area available for rent from Gilbert Country
Store. Call 870-439-2888 for reservations.
- Swimming- The Buffalo National River offers many swimming
holes.
- Fishing- Many varieties of fish are available in the streams and
rivers.
- White River Scenic Railroad, Cotter. Phone: 870-499-5700
- Hunting- Elk, deer, and turkey in season.
- Hiking- Over 100 miles of trails are maintained
in the park.
- Golfing- Courses in Harrison and Fairfield Bay
- Horseback Riding- Many park service trails are open to horses
as well as hikers.
- Antiquing- From St. Joe to Clinton, antique shops abound.
- Shopping- Many small shops offer crafts made by local artisans.
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Things to see:
- Hurricane
River Cave. Located in Pindall on Highway 65. Open from March 1st to October 31st.
For information, call 800-245-2282
- Blanchard
Springs Caverns. Rated on of the Top Ten caves in the US.
Open year-round. For information, call 888-757-2246
- Kendra Drive-in Movie. For information, call 870-448-2393
- Speedway
- Scenic Highways
- Scenic Highway 14 from Yellville to the Buffalo Point Area
- Arkansas State Highway 7, a state designated Scenic Byway,
stretches from the Louisiana State line near El Dorado, Arkansas to Diamond City, Arkansas, near the Missouri State line.
- Highway 10 to Mountain View
- Natural Bridge. 100 ft. tall sandstone bridge. Includes a
museum and gift shop. Located at Leslie. For information, call
501-745-2357
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Places to go
- Ozark Heritage Art Center, Leslie. Originally built in 1938 by the
WPA, it was retired from use as a school gym in 1968. In 1980, The Old Gym became the Ozark Heritage Art
Center. It includes the Heritage Museum, Art Gallery and
400 seat Killebrew Theatre. For more information, phone: 870-447-2500
- Ozark
Folk Center, Mountain View. Park devoted to preserving
Ozark culture, crafts and music. This state park features
quilting, furniture making, blacksmithing and tintype
photography. View their schedule
of events. For more information, call 870-264-3655.
- Petit
Jean State Park. Located in Morrilton, AR, it boasts sheer bluffs, Cedar Creek Canyon, the Seven Hollows,
Bear Cave, the Grotto and Natural Bridge.
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