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Situated within the Ozark National Forest, the Blanchard Springs Recreation Area (Video) is a good place to start with any adventure in the Ozarks. The scenic Ozark Mountains are well known for their clear streams, waterfalls, hidden caverns, and rolling hills. The facilities of the recreation area are located near crystal clear streams and picturesque rock bluffs, and the various sites are shaded well by stately pine trees. Mirror Lake offers excellent opportunities for trout fishing, and other recreational activities can be found here as well, such as swimming, hiking, and mountain biking.

The campgrounds on site provide various types of campsites.

Address: 1001 E Main St, Mountain View, AR 72560, Phone: 870-757-2211

Explore the beauty of the Ozarks at the Blanchard Springs Recreation Area
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Explore the beauty of the Ozarks at the Blanchard Springs Recreation Area Watch artisans working at the Ozark Folk Center State Park Take the kids to the petting zoo at the OK Trading Post Learn about history at the Stone County Museum View the Peace Pole Go biking on Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail Go fishing at Jack's Fishing Resort Order pizza at Tommy's Famous Dine with river views at Anglers Restaurant View unique trees at Ozark-St. Francis National Forest

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