LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
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Things to do in the area ........
Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, zip-line, swimming, rock climbing, caving, hunting, fishing & sight-seeing
Favorite sites in the area.......
Glory Hole, Hemmed-in-Hollow, Lost Valley, Pedestal Rocks, Alum Cove, Sam's Throne, Hawksbill Crag/Whitaker Point & Boxley Valley
Wildlife in area ......
Elk, Deer, Black Bear, Cougar, Coyote, Bald Eagles, Swans, Herons, Wolves, Razorbacks, Raccoons, Fox, Opossum, Armadillo, Turkeys, Rabbits, numerous types of snakes, numerous types of birds
Outdoor enjoyment is everywhere. Hiking trails begin within a mile of the cabin. Hiking is beautiful in the Ozark's with much flora and fauna to be seen. Dogwoods and redbuds abound in the springtime and the bounty of colors in the fall is absolutely amazing.
Numerous hiking trails are available to reach beautiful locations. A variety of features such as impressive natural rock formations, impressive waterfalls, bluffs, wildflowers, and a variety of wildlife can be found in the area.
Other bluffs can be seen in many locations close to the cabin and provide excellent sites for rock climbing enthusiasts. One of the more popular sites, Sam's Throne, offers various levels of climbing on routes of Atoka sandstone with numerous crack systems, solution pockets, and knobs.
The surrounding area is also home to an assortment of caves. Commercialized caves such as Mystic Caverns and Hurricane River Cave are available within a short drive or, for the spelunker, a variety of wild caves are in the area and available for exploration.
If you're interested in taking a day trip, drive to Branson, Missouri, to catch a wide range of music and/or entertainment shows or to visit the Silver Dollar City theme park. Drive to the historic Victorian spa city of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, where you can watch the Great Passion Play, tour the famous Crescent Hotel, or ride a narrow gauge railroad.
Fishing and boating are also available on day trips to Bull Shoals Lake, the Arkansas River, or Lake Dardanelle.
Rivers such as Buffalo National River, Mulberry and Piney Rivers provide an opportunity for an assortment of activities such as swimming, fishing, and floating. For the experienced individual, canoeing and kayaking the head of the Buffalo National River--known as the Hailstone--can be undertaken during times of high water; however, the most famous part of the Buffalo National River for floating is between Ponca and Pruitt. This section offers class I and II rapids interspersed with swimming holes in environment filled with bluffs, caves, and waterfalls. The Piney River is also a popular canoeing stream. It provides 20 miles of class II and III rapids interrupted by stretches of beautiful pools.
The Ozark National Forest is home to a large variety of wildlife. Birds ranging from bald eagles and great blue herons to finches and hummingbirds can be spotted by bird watchers. White tail deer, wild turkey, black bear, squirrel, rabbit, quail, and elk provide hunters with wild game. The rivers and streams carry bass, catfish, goggle-eye, and a variety of panfish.
Scenic drives throughout Newton County provide opportunities to view many of these features. Or, when you want a day trip, head north to Harrison, or Branson, south to Clarksville or Russellville, or west to Eureka Springs for a wonderful change of venue.
Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, zip-line, swimming, rock climbing, caving, hunting, fishing & sight-seeing
Favorite sites in the area.......
Glory Hole, Hemmed-in-Hollow, Lost Valley, Pedestal Rocks, Alum Cove, Sam's Throne, Hawksbill Crag/Whitaker Point & Boxley Valley
Wildlife in area ......
Elk, Deer, Black Bear, Cougar, Coyote, Bald Eagles, Swans, Herons, Wolves, Razorbacks, Raccoons, Fox, Opossum, Armadillo, Turkeys, Rabbits, numerous types of snakes, numerous types of birds
Outdoor enjoyment is everywhere. Hiking trails begin within a mile of the cabin. Hiking is beautiful in the Ozark's with much flora and fauna to be seen. Dogwoods and redbuds abound in the springtime and the bounty of colors in the fall is absolutely amazing.
Numerous hiking trails are available to reach beautiful locations. A variety of features such as impressive natural rock formations, impressive waterfalls, bluffs, wildflowers, and a variety of wildlife can be found in the area.
Other bluffs can be seen in many locations close to the cabin and provide excellent sites for rock climbing enthusiasts. One of the more popular sites, Sam's Throne, offers various levels of climbing on routes of Atoka sandstone with numerous crack systems, solution pockets, and knobs.
The surrounding area is also home to an assortment of caves. Commercialized caves such as Mystic Caverns and Hurricane River Cave are available within a short drive or, for the spelunker, a variety of wild caves are in the area and available for exploration.
If you're interested in taking a day trip, drive to Branson, Missouri, to catch a wide range of music and/or entertainment shows or to visit the Silver Dollar City theme park. Drive to the historic Victorian spa city of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, where you can watch the Great Passion Play, tour the famous Crescent Hotel, or ride a narrow gauge railroad.
Fishing and boating are also available on day trips to Bull Shoals Lake, the Arkansas River, or Lake Dardanelle.
Rivers such as Buffalo National River, Mulberry and Piney Rivers provide an opportunity for an assortment of activities such as swimming, fishing, and floating. For the experienced individual, canoeing and kayaking the head of the Buffalo National River--known as the Hailstone--can be undertaken during times of high water; however, the most famous part of the Buffalo National River for floating is between Ponca and Pruitt. This section offers class I and II rapids interspersed with swimming holes in environment filled with bluffs, caves, and waterfalls. The Piney River is also a popular canoeing stream. It provides 20 miles of class II and III rapids interrupted by stretches of beautiful pools.
The Ozark National Forest is home to a large variety of wildlife. Birds ranging from bald eagles and great blue herons to finches and hummingbirds can be spotted by bird watchers. White tail deer, wild turkey, black bear, squirrel, rabbit, quail, and elk provide hunters with wild game. The rivers and streams carry bass, catfish, goggle-eye, and a variety of panfish.
Scenic drives throughout Newton County provide opportunities to view many of these features. Or, when you want a day trip, head north to Harrison, or Branson, south to Clarksville or Russellville, or west to Eureka Springs for a wonderful change of venue.