Outdoor Activies

Canoeing the Mulberry River

Scenic swinging bridge over the Mulberry River

Great swimming and fishing holes on the Mulberry River

Covered bridge over the Mulberry River




A Vacation Destination
for the Whole Family

Canoeing

Mulberry River, an official member of the National Wild and Scenic River System, shoots through willow thickets and whips around sharp turns, giving it a class 11/111 rating for canoeists. The Mulberry is a free flowing stream unimpended by dams. In 1992 the Mulberry was included in the National Wild and Scenic River System.

Old Swinging Bridge

This bridge is a tour stop for those tourists that have discovered it's location. The bridge spans across the Mulberry River and is the most photographed swinging bridge. Picture back in the 1800's the only access to your land is across the river that can rage and flood. In current times the same originating family bloodline still utilizes this bridge to get to their house, carrying groceries, laundry, and small children. The swinging bridge is located 1.8 miles from the store. Turn right out of the parking lot and you will note a yellow ribbon along the guard rail. Park on the left side of the road along the beautiful rock ledge.


Hiking

Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail., a rugged and beautiful hiking trail. Over 34 miles traverse northern Johnson County. Trail intersects with the Ozark Highlands National Scenic Byway (Arkansas 21) at Ozone. It runs just north of the Mulberry River crossing the river near its headwaters.


Scenic Drive

Scenic Highway 21. This National Forest Scenic Byway travels north from Clarksville to the Johnson county line, showing great views of the Ozark National Forest.


Fishing, Swimming, Biking

Fishing and swimming in the clear waters of one of America's most scenic rivers. Oark is located in the valleys of the Ozark National Forest with many mountain trails.


Elmo's Pool Hall
  

Elmo's Pool Hall, in Oark, Arkansas, is located in one of the oldest cedar log buildings in Arkansas. (It's listed on the "Register of Historical Places in Arkansas") This building was the first general store, built in 1890. Replaced a year later it sat emtpy for many years. In 2001 the locals rehabbed the building so they would have a place to meet during the hard winters when the mountain town is most isolated. The first thing you noticed when you walk in is the wonderful smell of the cedar logs used in building the walls over 100 years ago. Open Friday - Saturday 6:00 - 12:00 p.m. For further information contact Oark General Store & Cafe.


Links To Other Local Attractions
  

Spirit Mountain Lodge & Cabins
Turner Bend


Oark General Store