Been going here as long as I can remember, and I'm so glad it's still so clean and wonderful because I get to take my own kids now. Whether camping, wanting to see the natural state in it's true glory, swimming, or just to escape the world (no phone signal), this spot will always have a major piece of my heart. It's perfect even for smaller kids with the large rock that the falls come off of as long as the water is not up too high. Plus the amount of shade is amazing. Only downfall is how slippery it can be, and I see many thinking swim shoes will help. I've found that they hinder us more than help. Our bodies natural grip that is created while in water, the wrinkles on our toes and fingers, is a much...
Read moreGreat spot to get away from the sardine-can-style campgrounds in more popular areas. This quiet spot, tucked in a lush valley, is only $4, has clean vault toilets, lots of tree cover, and a gorgeous creek with waterfall that you can walk in. Great place for a well-behaved dog, too. My collie loved it. There are two or three sites along the river, and one along a feeder creek. The rest are on the hillside (which I noticed were kinda wet and soft from recent rains.) Bring your own water - there isn't any! A nice treat was driving through the forded creek at the entrance. Only seen that once before at White Pine Forest SP...
Read moreThis is a great little campsite, picnic area. Nestled in a valley of the Ozark Mtns. next to scenic Haw Creek. Haw Creek spills into Piney Creek just a short distance downstream. The OHT (Ozark Highlands Trail) also runs through the center of this little campground. Pack Rat Falls is at the back of the area. There are no flush toilets and get out if heavy rains are present or have been. Also look for Pam's Grotto Falls on north side of road up a steep trail. Rock Climbers usually leave rocks stacked by the road as a street sign....
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