Hidden Pond Trail is an easy .25 mile trail to the pond . Picnic table and pond view. Handicap accessible.
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
A must see landmark is on this fun, easy trail — Indian Rock House, where Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto visited the Indians in 1542 while seeking the Fountain of youth. The path continues along the Indian Hills Golf Course, rising and returning along beautiful bluffs. 3/4 mile; Moderate Trail.
The Indian Rock Cave Trail is a ¾-mile-long trail that is family friendly and offers an incredible glimpse of history, too! Starting at the foot of the Old Log Cabin and Museum is where you pick up the trail. But before you begin, look for the bell for a fun ring-a-ding-ding!
Follow the wooden stairs to the legendary historic Indian Rock House – a huge natural structure that served as a tribal meeting place as far back as 1000 BC. It was where de Soto met with Native Americans in 1542 when searching for the Fountain of Youth. Look for petroglyphs, and imagine living in the shelter of this natural wonder. On the National Historic Registry. The cave has been the setting for modern day weddings and a golf cart drive-in movie during summer!
We’re sure the trail will beckon, so follow it as it meanders among incredible rock formations with the bluff on one side and beautiful Indian Hills Golf Course on the other. The trail continues around some incredible rock formations with lots of nooks and crannies for youngsters and young at heart to create their own adventures. It come back around close to where you started.
Categories: Attractions, Caves, Cleburne County, Fairfield Bay, Greers Ferry Lake, Historical, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Special Interest, Van Buren County, Waterfalls
Jeff Anderson Memorial Trail- .60 mi (currently), A City trail at Sandy Beach accessible at the end of Main Street West (Parking)
or Front Street dead ends at Sandy Beach location of the trail (Parking). This newly renovated 10′ wide packed solid base trail skirts the lake shoreline with some beautiful view of the lakee. This trail is multi-use but no motorized vehicles are allowed. The plan is to make the trail a loop. Pet Friendly.
Map link below
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Pet Friendly, Scenic
Heber Springs, AR
This beautiful trail follows along a wooded bluff overlooking the Little Red River below Greers Ferry Dam. Different points of interest such as two different trees that have grown together as one, lichens role in “primary succession”, a balanced rock caused by the process of “weathering”, and many other occurrences in nature can be seen on the trail.
At the end of the trail are 96 steps leading up to a spectacular overlook above the Little Red River and the Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery. This is an excellent place to rest and enjoy the view before your walk back to the Visitor Center! Pet Friendly.
Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Historical, Little Red River, Parks, Pet Friendly, Scenic
Hidden away in the scenic beauty of the Ozarks, this 100-foot sandstone formation was millions of years in the making. The stone archway over Little Johnny Creek was actually used as a bridge during pioneer days, and later by loggers – and even as a hideout for a notable character! Today, it’s a favorite destination for tourists, photographers, and nature lovers.
Open daily, 8am to 6pm, March through November. Facilities include a log cabin museum and gift shop.
Call the Smith family at (501) 745-2357
1120 Natural Bridge Road, off Hwy 65 (4 miles north of Clinton – follow the signs)
Categories: Attractions, Clinton, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Van Buren County
1120 Natural Bridge Road
Clinton, Arkansas 72031
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
Located in the heart of town on East Main Street. Close to shopping, dining and lodging. Spring Park attracted settlers to Heber Springs in the 1830’s and is named after it’s natural springs which are covered by pavilions and accessible throughout the park. Spring Park offers picnic tables surrounded by beautiful shade trees, a basketball court, a skateboard ramp, playgrounds, 2 outdoor amphitheaters, public restrooms and is wheel chair accessible. Spring Park is home to many festivals through out the year including Spring Fest and Ozark Trail Fest. Pet Friendly.
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Categories: Attractions, Cleburne County, Greers Ferry Lake, Heber Springs, Historical, Little Red River, Parks, Pet Friendly, Scenic, Special Interest
123 Frauenthal Street
Heber Springs, AR 72543
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.
35.54583, -92.27222
35°32’45″N, 92°16’20″W
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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.
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Categories: Adventures, Attractions, Cleburne County, Heber Springs, Hiking, Pet Friendly, Scenic
Sugarloaf Mountain
Trailhead Rd
Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543
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
