Saint Joe, Arkansas

Top Spots in and near Saint Joe

  • 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 ...
    Read more
  • 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...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland Creek

    4.0
    4.8 mi / 472 ft gain
    The hike to Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland creek begins at the Richland Creek Campground. From the entrance of the campground take the road to the right heading to the day use area.  The trailhead is found at the end of the day use area. The trail immediately begins with a crossing of...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Richland Creek Campground Trail

    5.0
    3.53 mi / 292 ft gain
    Richland Creek Campground Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Witts Springs, Arkansas.
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Camp at Richland Creek Campground

    5.0
    This is one of my favorite places to camp in Arkansas. Once you get there you can hike to Twin Falls or Sandstone Castle, or explore the numerous cascades along Richland Creek. It's a relatively small campground with 11 campsites, but has a lot of places to hang hammocks and also offers a picnic ...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Hike to Twin Falls in the Richland Creek Wilderness Area

    4.0
    5 mi / 200 ft gain
    This hike begins at Richland Creek Campground. There's a trace trail that begins from the lowest walk-in campsites and continues along Richland Creek as you head back towards the waterfall. Parking and trailhead coordinates are 35.79839, -92.95774. It's not quite a bushwhack, but it's still a pre...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Backpack to the Sandstone Castles

    5.0
    8 mi / 1000 ft gain
    From the Richland Creek campground, Twin Falls is an approximate 3 mile hike followed by another mile (give or take) to the "Castles". Directly above a small camping area on top of Twin Falls there begins a more primitive trail up the center on the ridge that will take you straight to the enormou...
    Read more
  • 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...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Six Finger Falls

    5.0
    0.03 mi / 0 ft gain
    Six Finger Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Witts Springs, Arkansas.
    Read more
  • 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.
    Read more
  • 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.
    Read more
  • 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...
    Read more
  • Sand Gap, Arkansas

    Relax at Falling Water Falls

    5.0
    This is definitely a hidden gem located in the middle of nowhere. This waterfall is literally on the side of the road, which makes for a great place to stop and have lunch. During the summer it doubles as a swimming hole and great place to chill. Getting there: Take Hwy. 16 east from Pelsor (loc...
    Read more
  • Witts Springs, Arkansas

    Hike Pedestal Rocks Loop

    4.5
    2.2 mi / 200 ft gain
    Shortly after the trailhead, you’ll come to a three-way intersection. Head straight on Pedestal Rocks Trail to make a counterclockwise loop. Follow through the woods until you reach the bluff line. Check out the ledges along the way and you’ll begin to see the pedestal rock formations. There ar...
    Read more
  • Flippin, Arkansas

    Fly Fish the White River

    5.0
    Spend a week or weekend trout fishing on the world famous White River, located in north central Arkansas.The White River is a tailwater of Bull Shoals Lake, and is known worldwide as the “Capital of Trout Fishing.” Its beautiful banks are lined with fishing resorts that offer cabins, boat rentals...
    Read more
  • 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...
    Read more

Camping and Lodging in Saint Joe

Tyler Bend Campground
170 Ranger Road

Tyler Bend Campground

Buffalo Point
2229 Highway 268 East

Buffalo Point

Harrison KOA Holiday
Harrison, Arkansas

Harrison KOA Holiday

Lakeview Park
Lakeview, Arkansas

Lakeview Park

Lead Hill
Diamond City, Arkansas

Lead Hill

Henderson Park
Mountain Home, Arkansas

Henderson Park

Guides, Insights and Stories from Saint Joe

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