This Magical Waterfall Campground In Arkansas Is Unforgettable

You can find dozens of majestic waterfalls in Arkansas, but this lesser-known gem hidden away in the Ozark National Forest is unlike any other in the state.

Get acquainted with the hypnotizing natural phenomenon of waterfalls in Arkansas graciously provided by Mother Nature herself while visiting Haw Creek Falls Recreation Area & Campground.

Photo courtesy of Explore the Ozarks

Haw Creek Falls is one of the most incredible natural waterfalls in Arkansas within the Ozark Mountains, which cover approximately two-thirds of The Natural State. There is plenty of wild country to explore here: the Ozark National Forest spans 1.2 million acres, but the highlight of this area for many is this picturesque waterfall hidden away in the forest.

Photo courtesy of Explore the Ozarks

Only a short walk from the campground, Haw Creek Falls offers visitors a breathtaking experience thanks to its turquoise waters contrasting with the mature hardwood forest around it. As if panoramic views of the falls were not enough, there are trails that take you out to the edge of, on top of, and below the falls.

Photo courtesy of Explore the Ozarks

These forests are generously endowed with recreational opportunities for camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, hunting, boating, scenic drives, picnics sites, and opportunities for wildlife viewing also abound. Haw Creek Falls Recreation Area & Campground offers 9 primitive sites to hikers and backpackers, as well as traditional campers. While there are no hookups, travel trailers are welcome.

After checking out the waterfall make sure to continue on with the hike as the rest of the area’s forest provides its own stunning views and natural wonders.

 

These 8 Trails in Arkansas Look Absolutely Breathtaking In Autumn

From serene ancient mountains to lush oak forests, the Ozarks offers an unparalleled beauty unlike anywhere else in the country. These trails offer some spectacular views of the changing leaf color, and capture the beauty of the autumn season.

Lost Valley Trail

PONCA, ARKANSAS

Lost Valley Trail leaves the parking area and gently winds up the box canyon passing beneath groves of American beech trees. The trail leads you to an turquoise-blue pool of water with an 8-ft waterfall flowing out of a small opening in the bluff, known as the Natural Bridge.

The gem of the hike is Eden Falls. The picturesque Eden Falls cascades 53 ft over towering cliffs offering visitors a firsthand view of what the Ozark Mountains have to offer.

Wildflower and medicinal plant folklore enthusiasts will enjoy the trail immensely as it features a wide variety of species, including bloodroot, crested iris, columbine, mayapple, comfrey and Ozark trillium, just to name a few.

Whitaker Point Trail

KINGSTON, ARKANSAS

Radiant with wildflowers, and a waterfall in spring, and then graced with the crimson and amber foliage of turning maple leaves in the fall, this trail winds through some of the most beautiful scenery in the state.

This region was also featured in the opening scenes of the Disney film Tuck Everlasting.

North Rim Trail

MOUNT MAGAZINE STATE PARK, ARKANSAS

North Rim Trail, Mount Magazine State Park is a 4.2 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Paris, Arkansas.

The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and birding and is accessible year-round. It leads through hardwood forests, scrub oaks, and cedar glades across several tumbling creeks. Windswept bluffs overlook a rugged hollow, the Arkansas River Valley and the Ozark Plateau.

Glory Hole Waterfall Trail

OZARKS NATIONAL FOREST, ARKANSAS

One of the most famous and unique waterfalls in Arkansas is the Glory Hole.

The waterfall is formed by a stream that flows through the ceiling of an overhang cave. The trail to the Glory Hole is in the Ozark National Forest off highway 16 east just under 6 miles from Fallsville, or alternately 2 miles west of Edwards Junction.

Pedestal Rocks Loop Trail

WITTS SPRINGS, ARKANSAS

Visitors can view picturesque rock bluffs, swim in crystal clear streams, and hike wooded hillsides. This scenic area consists of two hiking trails, Pedestal
Rocks and Kings Bluff. Pedestal Rocks is 2.2 -miles and Kings Bluff is 1.7-miles long. Although there are some steep sections, the trails are easy to hike with abundant resting places.

Centerpoint to Goat Trail

BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER, ARKANSAS

Breathtaking river bluffs combined with a world-class geologic experience makes this trail unique. This area also features the tallest sheer bluff face found between the Rocky and Appalachian mountains.

The trail’s destination is the Big Bluff overlooking the Buffalo River. It is considered the tallest along the Buffalo, over 500 ft. tall. The side trail that leads to an outcropping on the bluff is called the Goat Trail, which is about 350 ft tall. It is not for children, the weak, or those afraid of heights.

Hemmed In Hollow Trail

COMPTON, ARKANSAS

Hemmed in Hollow Trail is a 6.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Compton, Arkansas that features a waterfall and is only recommended for experienced adventurers.

This trail features a spectacular piece of nature, the tallest waterfall in Mid-America.

Yellow Rock Trail

WINSLOW, ARKANSAS

Devil’s Den State Park is nestled deep in Lee Creek Valley, a picturesque setting in northwest Arkansas’s Ozarks Mountains, ancient sedimentary mountains renowned for their natural beauty and lush oak-hickory forest.

Yellow Rock Trail is a 2.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near West Fork, Arkansas that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, camping, fishing, and horses and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.