Riverside consists of 99 acres of hiking fun. Seated on the outskirts of town, River Side has picnic areas, restrooms, playground areas, two pavilions, a historic train caboose, handicap accessible trails, river outlooks and Little Red River access.
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Hiking, Parks, Searcy, White County
160 Riverside Park Road
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
Facilities include a fully-restored pioneer cabin and outdoor seating areas that can double as outdoor classrooms.
Guided tours are scheduled every 3rd Saturday of the month, April – October.
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For more information about the conservation programs, or to schedule group tours & events, visit www.southforknaturecenter.org or contact Programs Director, Dr. Don Culwell at 501-358-2095.
From Conway take Hwy 65 North toward Clinton and Harrison. (Approximately 40 miles) At Choctaw, turn right on Arkansas State Highway 330 toward Choctaw Marina.
Drive 3.7 miles east, turn left (north) onto Klondike road. Drive about 2 miles and continue straight from Klondike Rd. onto Bachelor road and down a steep hill, across a low water bridge and up the hill to the SFNC rock entrance. Parking available across the road.
From Harrison drive south approximately 70 miles on Hwy 65 to Clinton. Continue down Hwy 65 another 5 miles to Choctaw; turn left on Arkansas State Highway 330 toward Choctaw Marina.
Drive 3.7 miles east, turn left (north) onto Klondike road. Drive about 2 miles and continue straight from Klondike Rd. onto Bachelor road and down a steep hill, across a low water bridge and up the hill to the SFNC rock entrance. Parking available across the road.
Drive north on Hwy 9 approximately 35 miles to the intersection of Hwy 65. Continue straight across Hwy 65 onto Arkansas State Highway 330 toward Choctaw Marina.
Drive 3.7 miles east, turn left (north) onto Klondike road. Drive about 2 miles and continue straight from Klondike Rd. onto Bachelor road and down a steep hill, across a low water bridge and up the hill to the SFNC rock entrance. Parking available across the road.
230 Hwy 65 South, Suite #8
Clinton, Arkansas 72031
1193 Hwy 65 North
Marshall, Arkansas 72650
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Hiking, Historical, Parks, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Van Buren County
962 Bachelor Road
Choctaw, Arkansas 72028
Spring Park is located on the corner of Main and Pleasure Street. Spring park is home to the historic capped-off Sulphur Spring in its original gazebo. Restrooms, a pavilion, playground, picnic areas and a walking trail are all available. Pet Friendly.
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Hiking, Parks, Pet Friendly, Searcy, White County
Main Street & Pleasure Street
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
The Sugar Loaf Mountain Island National Nature Trail is a fully-maintained climb to the peak of this unique island formation only accessible by boat.
You can catch a boat shuttle from a couple of the area marinas during season but you need to call ahead to make reservations and obtain hours of operation. (See below for links).
Climb the staircase to the peak at 1,001 feet above sea level where you can spy eagle’s nests in the hardwood forest, or catch the incredible vista across Greers Ferry Lake.
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For more information
Or Visit one of the area marinas nearby either Fairfield Bay Marina or Peters Sugar Loaf Marina for information on boat shuttle and/or Kayak rentals to the island.
https://visitfairfieldbay.com/
https://www.sugarloafmarina.com
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Cleburne County, Fairfield Bay, Hiking, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Van Buren County
Greers Ferry Lake Arkansas
Over many ages, the Little Red River carved this sandstone formation into the best viewpoint in town! At nearly 700 feet, this popular trail hike destination is a perfect side trip during your visit to Heber Springs.
Choose from Summit (difficult), Tonawanda Base Trail (moderate), Hidden Pond Trail (handicap accessible) for varying levels of challenge, suitable for all ages.
For more information
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Pet Friendly, Scenic
Sugarloaf Mountain
Trailhead Rd
Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543
Sulphur Creek Outfitters was born from a vision to unite the community in fitness, environmental awareness and appreciation for the Arkansas Natural State. Sulphur Creek Outfitters offers outdoor adventure supplies from fishing to kayaking, to birdwatching, cycling, yoga, hiking, and more. Read more about SCO and their incredible story Here.
Categories: Adventures, Biking, Cleburne County, Fishing, Heber Springs, Hiking, Kayak & Canoe, Little Red River, Outfitters, Shopping
Sulphur Creek Trails is a multi use trail (no motorized vehicles allowed) with several sections completed.
You can choose from the Garlinghouse Trail which is a .5 mi. Off Bittle Road West. This trail is across the road from Barnett/ Wildlife Trail Section. Chat surface and an easy trail. One bridge. Lots of wildlife and birds. Follow the Fairgrounds signs. Across the road from Cleburne County Fairgrounds, be sure to check out the other trails listed below:
Douglas Wildlife Trail .25 miles
4th Street and South Broadway .50 miles or
Barnett Wildlife Trail .25 miles
For more information visit
http://www.gfltc.com/sulphur-creek.html
Be sure to thank all the people who made these trails possible every chance you get. Hats off to Sulphur Creek Outfitters owner, Frank Wimberley for helping to make it happen.
Categories: Adventures, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Pet Friendly
Heber Springs, AR
Tonawanda Base Trail is a 1.3 mile trail around Sugarloaf Mountain in Heber Springs. A Moderate to Difficult trail.
For more information and trail map
http://sugarloafheritagecouncil.org/
Categories: Adventures, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Little Red River, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Special Interest
Heber Springs, AR
