Ozark-St Francis/Blanchard Springs Rec Area

Leeane

It's such a beautiful place to be when you can get away. I hope it will always stay that way.

Amy Osborne

I’ve been hiking this park for 35yrs. Anytime is a great time to unplug and hike this park. The natural spring is never the same twice. All the bathhouses are very clean and spacious and the park staff are extremely resourceful and willing to help you have the best moments while in the park. I was one of the first participants in “The Wild Cave Tour” where they guided you over the rails of the Dripstone cave tour (I think) and into the depths of the Earth. 4 miles of head lamp lighting, crawling on hands and knees traversing the “Little Grand Canyon” and being promised ‘if you fall; we only came in with 8’: I somehow survived. The primitive camping, zero cell signal and the relaxing waters and top rate park crew keeps this this park timeless and inviting.

Kathleen Clark

Whimsical hiking trails for adults being accompanied by kids or if your out with friends there are harder trails to select. The views throughout are breath taking, and the wooden walkway so you can get close to the waterfall is awesome!! There’s a historic building that is in view as well as baby blue water to dip your feet in. The whole area has different hiking trails that follow the water of go up into the hills, if your a nature person you won’t be disappointed! I suggest hiking boots or durable running shoes for the trails ✌️

Tyger C.

We loved visiting these areas and playing in the spring! It was absolutely beautiful! There are easier wooden paths and medium dirt paths in areas. Our kids and myself had fun playing in the water a bit. Our dog had fun too! The water is quite chilly and some areas are slipped in the water due to moss, algae, etc. Water shoes with some tread is recommended. Would definitely visit again!

Tommy Stermer

One of the most beautiful spots in Arkansas that I have seen so far. I didn't grow up here in this area, and i was only recently shown this spot. I really hope to explore it more soon. And I really hope they re open the caves soon!

Warmsley Roderick

This place is truly beautiful. I camped and fished here and had an amazing time. The area is well maintained and clean. The lake is stocked with big beautiful rainbow trout. The temperature got down to the low 30's at night and it was cold but not unbearable. You won't have any cell service while at the campground, but who cares! There is an abundance of wood to be chopped for firewood. I would definitely recommend to families or groups that appreciate nature.

sriram shiva

There is parking right ahead of the mirror lake falls that is left side and park there you will finding excellent fishing spots throughout the year and you can enter onto the mountains from the bridge if you straight you will find path to right of the perpendicular to the falls reach the end of it and you will see a opening use that you will get your own spot. Try also taking path next to parking which will lead to the old mill that is now abandoned. It has good view

Hershel Thompson

An awesome experience, very interesting. Camping, hiking, rock skipping, water wadding, just not a good idea this time of year. Beautiful sites to see. Really surprised at how the restrooms were. Waterfall and fishing in one area.

Michael Adams

Great swimming areas. Beautiful scenery. Nature walks. One of my favorite places on earth. Camping sites a available