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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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    • 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.
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    • 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...
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    • 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 ...
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    • 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...
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    • 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...
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    • 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.
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    • 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...
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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 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...
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    • Witts Springs, Arkansas

      Falling Water Scenic Drive

      5.0
      15.52 mi / 1542 ft gain
      Falling Water Scenic Drive is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pelsor, Arkansas.
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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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    • Hagarville, Arkansas

      Hike to V Slot Falls, Bear Creek Canyon

      2.5 mi / 600 ft gain
      Find County Road 1802 in Hagarville, Arkansas off of Arkansas Hwy 123. Travel about 2.2 miles down the road and park. Coordinates 35.68642, -93.17392You'll start hiking west and should find yourself on the right hand side of wet weather ravine. Look closely as you follow this ravine, you'll see p...
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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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    • 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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    Camping and Lodging in Witts Springs

    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

    Piney Bay
    London, Arkansas

    Piney Bay

    Narrows (Ar)
    Higden, Arkansas

    Narrows (Ar)

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Witts Springs

    How to Get Your Friends Hooked on Camping

    How to Get Your Friends Hooked on Camping

    Tyler McKay

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    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

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