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    Top Spots in and near Jefferson Township

    • Jasper, Arkansas

      Canoe or Kayak the Buffalo River From Pruitt Landing to Hasty

      5.0
      The Buffalo River is America's first National River and flows freely for 135 miles. Many of the upper sections are whitewater, but lower down there are some great, flat, easy paddling spots that are fantastic for canoes!As with all river paddling you need to first shuttle a car down to the take o...
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    • Jasper, Arkansas

      Climb at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

      4.7
      Horseshoe Canyon Ranch (HCR) 36°0'25"N 93°17'23"W is located just West of Jasper, Arkansas and hosts hundreds of sport/trad climbing routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.13a! Driving into the canyon, you will follow along a dirt road to the gate for Horseshoe Canyon. Continue down, past the barn to the...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Hike to Paige Falls and Broadwater Hollow Falls

      5.0
      0.5 mi / 100 ft gain
      Although there is no official trailhead, Paige and Broadwater Hollow Falls can be accessed off of NC 2660 in Compton, Arkansas.  Once on NC 2660, head straight down this rugged gravel road for approximately 2 miles.  Soon you’ll reach a sharp bend to the left with a small parking area just before...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Backpacking Cecil Creek

      5.0
      8 mi
      From Tulsa, head out east along US-412 until you reach HWY 103. Take a right (south) on HWY 103 and follow it toward Compton, Arkansas. Shortly before reaching Compton, take the dirt road on the right (before the road starts to head north), and follow the road south. Keep on it as it bends to the...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Hike to Hideout Hollow

      4.0
      2 mi
      After parking at the trailhead, head down the well-trodden path and follow it the 0.85 miles downhill to the overlook. Once you are at the overlook, go left and follow the path as it loops around the top of the overhang. You’ll arrive at a small creek (which creates the waterfall that flows into ...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Twin Falls (aka Triple Falls)

      5.0
      0.27 mi / 72 ft gain
      Proceed to the Camp Orr Campground down near the banks of the Buffalo River. Once you reach the bottom of the hill you will cross a low water bridge over a small creek. Park in the small parking lot on the right hand side once you cross the creek. Once you park simply walk through the gated are...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Camp at Kyle's Landing

      5.0
      Kyles Landing is located directly beside the beautiful Buffalo river, hardly a stone's throw from the cool refreshing water. With huge bluffs soaring over 400ft into the air, multiple hiking trails available, and access to the river itself, the campground is a perfect weekend getaway to get outsi...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Indian Creek to The Eye Of The Needle

      5.0
      4.27 mi / 705 ft gain
      Starting at approx. 900' in elevation, this 5 mile out and back hike ascends 700' in elevation to 1,400 at the highest point- The Eye of The Needle. The trail head is located next to the Buffalo River sign at Kyles Landing on the West side of the campground. You will follow the trail less than ...
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    • Compton, Arkansas

      Hemmed In Hollow Falls via Hemmed In Hollow Trail

      5.0
      5.78 mi / 1572 ft gain
      After parking at the Hemmed In Hollow Falls Trailhead, follow the path down as it descends into the valley. As you approach one of the vistas, you’ll be able to spot the emerald green waters of the Buffalo River, as well as the bluffs to your east where the waterfall hides. After reaching the va...
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    • Mount Judea, Arkansas

      Hike Sam's Throne

      5.0
      0.5 mi
      This hike starts at the Sam's Throne Campground parking area. Once you walk to the end of the campground there is a fence with three different entrances that all lead to different trails. Take the middle trial for the shortest and easiest hike to the bluffs. This hike is very easy and only tak...
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    • Witts Springs, Arkansas

      Hike to Punchbowl Falls

      3.2
      4 mi / -600 ft gain
      Go in the early Fall or late Spring! You start off on the Ozark Highland Trail. As you start walking along the trail you can see where people have slept the night before. Camping is acceptable out here, you do not have to pay, but the downside is that the closest town is about an hour away so if ...
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    • Mount Judea, Arkansas

      Ricketts Mountain Bluffs Trail

      5.0
      0.43 mi / 59 ft gain
      Ricketts Mountain Bluffs trail is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Mount Judea, Arkansas.
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    • Mount Judea, Arkansas

      Owens Mountain Bluffs Trail

      5.0
      0.65 mi / 79 ft gain
      Owens Mountain Bluffs Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mount Judea, Arkansas.
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    • Jasper, Arkansas

      Camp along the Buffalo National River

      5.0
      2 mi
      This is a night of camping that is one for the books. Head to the Steele Creek area on the Buffalo River. Once you are in the Steel Creek area simply follow the gravel road to the right and park anywhere in the grass along the river. Camping is permitted anywhere along the Buffalo River as lon...
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    • Jasper, Arkansas

      Hike to Steel Creek Overlook

      2.8 mi
      This hike begins at the popular Steel Creek Campground area along the Buffalo National River just outside of Ponca, Arkansas.  You can park anywhere in the grass just to the left where the pavement turns into gravel at the bottom of the hillside.  To reach the trailhead simply walk back up the ro...
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    • Jasper, Arkansas

      Camp along the Buffalo National River via Steel Creek

      The Buffalo National River was declared America’s first National River in 1972. Since then, and even before, it has been an Arkansas favorite for camping and canoeing.  For this trip we drove out to the Steel Creek Campground, near Ponca, AR, and started our trek from there. Camping is allowed a...
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    Camping and Lodging in Jefferson Township

    Harrison KOA Holiday
    Harrison, Arkansas

    Harrison KOA Holiday

    Tyler Bend Campground
    170 Ranger Road

    Tyler Bend Campground

    Lead Hill
    Diamond City, Arkansas

    Lead Hill

    Tucker Hollow Park
    Lead Hill, Arkansas

    Tucker Hollow Park

    Buffalo Point
    2229 Highway 268 East

    Buffalo Point

    Buck Creek (Mo)
    Peel, Arkansas

    Buck Creek (Mo)

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Jefferson Township

    How to Get Your Friends Hooked on Camping

    How to Get Your Friends Hooked on Camping

    Tyler McKay

    Are You Still Using a Foam Sleeping Pad? Here's Why You Should Upgrade

    Are You Still Using a Foam Sleeping Pad? Here's Why You Should Upgrade

    Tyler McKay

    The Ben Nevis Summit Definitely Belongs on Your Scottish Highland Adventure List

    The Ben Nevis Summit Definitely Belongs on Your Scottish Highland Adventure List

    Adrien Patanè