Absolutely beautiful campground right on the Mulberry River. We live in Fayetteville and have…read morecamped all around AR. This is now our favorite! We hike, bike, float, and off road and this place is prime for river floats and off roading. One of the most beautiful waterfall hikes (Devils Den) is right up the road as well. The owners are incredibly nice and welcoming. There is a mile of river front where you can camp (tents, vans, small trailers) and plenty of large RV spots in the main area (50 ft from water). Oh and the owner brings her kangaroo on Saturdays who is so friendly and can be pet. If you need a shuttle for your float the owner can help you out (spots to float 15, 8 or 3 miles) and bring your ATV bc there is a ton of trails on the property. All the campers have been really nice and respectful of quiet hours too.

We have been full time traveling since last year, and this is one of our favorite spots. We…read moretypically stay at each RV site for about a week, and are usually ready to move on by the end of the week; however, we could have easily stayed here for a few months. The RV campground is right next to the mulberry river, and has a very peaceful vibe; it feels like camping in the forest. All hook ups were in good condition; electrical was new, and the campground was clean. There are a lot of nearby nature activities - kayaking, off roading, hiking, etc., and our kids had a blast playing on the river bank. The owners are very warm and genuine, and made us feel like family. We highly recommend this RV site if you ever find yourself in Arkansas.

So compared to some of the National Parks and NP hikes I've been on, this place is just so-so, but…read moreit's really not fair to compare Devil's Den and the Butterfield Hiking Trail to them, it has to be considered separately, for what it is -- a State Park. And for that I give it 4 stars. I went on July 4, 2012, the Ranger Station and Visitor Center was open which was good. The Rangers were very helpful and meticulous in getting all my info for my planned hike on the Butterfield Hiking Trail -- a 15-mile loop. They got my car description, license plate #, start time, estimated end time, and "cut off time" -- i.e. the time after which, if I had still not returned, they would send a ranger out looking for me -- which was nice, pretty professional, and reassuring to me. I was doing it as a day hike which while a bit challenging, is doable for someone in decent shape who is an experienced hiker and comes well supplied. I had hiking boots, a headlamp, 8 liters of water, a water filter, and some food in my hiking backpack. I also used bug spray. The bug spray was a must. The hike itself was ok, unlike most hikes that go up the first half then down the second half (or the opposite for a place like the Grand Canyon), this hike went up and down constantly over rolling hills -- so even though the absolute elevation gain at any one point was only about 500 feet, the total elevation gain if you account for all the mini-ascents was probably much higher than that. Typical rugged wilderness scenery, woods, woods, and more woods -- it was pretty dry so there were few water sources, but there were some if I needed more water. Ultimately I only drank about 5 of the 8 liters I brought. My one gripe is that I lost the trail on 3 separate occasions, which is very easy to do if you don't pay very careful attention to the blue diamond markers on the trees designating the trail. Those detours probably tacked on another 2 miles or so onto my total distance. Between miles 2 and 3 in particular I went way of course and ended up out at the highway at Bridge's General Store, and to find the trail again I had to go back about a mile on the highway, so that was kinda bad. But I guess as long as one pays very close attention to the blue tree markers you should be ok. Also even though I am a pretty experienced hiker my right knee did start hurting pretty bad after mile 12 or so, I think it was a combination of the long distance and the relatively heavy pack I had on (8 liters of water weighs a lot), and for the last two milesor so I basically limped with a ramrod straight right leg. I started at 8:30am and finished right around 5:30pm which is 9 hours, but I think if one doesn't get lost at all like I did and has no leg/msk problems like I did this hike is doable in about 6 hours. Overall this is a good day excursion and hike if you're in the local area, recommended.

The Butterfield hiking trail is a challenge not to be taken lightly. A reviewer has posted several…read morephotos so take a good look, and imagine your legs going over those rocks. I recently completed this trail over the weekend so experienced it first hand. Don't skip checking in at the visitor/ranger center in the park before heading out. They get a lot of information from you and that is for good reason as there is very little, if any, cell phone reception on the trail. Also bring some hiking companions not just to enjoy the scenery, but also for safety. Because of the trees, terrain, and lack of cell coverage it would take considerable time to locate and extract you if something happened. For camping in the back country, there are basically two sites. Rock Hole Camp and Junction Camp. Take note of the "Rock" in Rock Hole Camp because unless you are sleeping in a hammock, you will have a hard time finding a spot free of rocks to put a tent. Junction Camp is more cleared to put up a tent. The park the trail connects to is called Devils Den, so a fitting name for the section of trail between Rock Hole and Junction Camp could be the Devil's Rock Garden. Lots and lots of rocks so I would recommend mid-height hiking boots at a minimum to protect your toes and reduce the chance of rolling your ankles. A sprained ankle would certainly spoil your day. Please make sure you have water, and a way to purify water should you run out. There are a couple little "waterfalls" on the trail that really only have water coming down if it rained recently. It may be a good thing if there isn't water everywhere as the rocks are smooth faced so very slippery when wet.

Nice, clean lake. Very well-hidden. One of Washington County's hidden treasures. Fave fishing spot…read more But also recreational swimming and kayaking!

A local place to go enjoy the outdoors. Small boating, fishing, fun. Kind of out of the way, but…read morethat is part of the attraction.

Also known as Strickler in the Lee Creek Valley, these ATV trails butt up against Devil's Den State…read morePark. There are multiple trails, unmarked that span several miles. We have ridden for up to 8 hours and traveled over 30 miles encountering horseback riders, other atv riders, mountainbike riders, hikers and campers in the woods. The scenery is beautiful along Lee Creek and you have many opportunities to cross the creek on the trails. Some of the terrain is rough and rocky and beware of the mud puddles...if you cannot see the bottom, do not try to go through. We sunk a couple to the seat! Not only great for atv but hiking and taking in the swimming holes is a must. The scenery is great. Check out my personal pics To reach Devil's Den State Park, travel eight miles south of Fayetteville on I-540 to Exit #53 (West Fork), then go approx 17 miles southwest on Ark. 170. You will take a right onto 220 which turns into a dirt road, travelling past the horseback rider camp and day use area. There are several unloading areas on the right and left down 220 to start your trail adventure

My favorite local state park. Located right off the highway in Praire Grove there is a nice…read moreVisitors Center with a free museum, a labeled drive tour of the battlefields with a nice overlook, multiple buildings to explore, and plenty of parking, benches, covered areas, and paths. They have festivals here throughout the year and the multiple hills me it a great spot for sledding when it snows! We also have taken professional family photos here many times. There are so many beautiful spots for pictures.

Absolutely loved this park! Fun for kids and adults. Spent about 5 hours here. The museum was…read moreinformative and interactive. The driving map was simple. Gorgeous views and great preservation. The Battle of Prairie Grove (Dec 7, 1862; near Fayetteville, Arkansas) was the last time two armies of almost equal strength faced each other for control of northwest Arkansas and Missouri. Union forces, led by Generals James G. Blunt and Francis Herron, clashed with Confederate troops under Gen. Thomas C. Hindman. Hindman moved towards Blunt's division in order to attack while it was isolated. However, Blunt was reinforced by Herron, leading Hindman to take a defensive position on some high ground known as Prairie Grove. Herron attempted to assault Hindman's lines twice, but both were repulsed. Eventually, both sides disengaged and the fighting reached an inconclusive result. However, the unavailability of reinforcements forced Hindman's army to retreat from the field during nightfall. The battle ended in a draw, but the Confederates had to retreat, giving the Union control of the area.

It has a small business vibe that makes it feel like home, but during events there's never enough…read morestaff. They quickly become overwhelmed and the staff can get rude. To make matters worse they charge per .... Every Person , every tent, camper and every buggy. So while they are calculating the cost for each item. Then need to count and make change for each person. It makes getting in a hassle and there is not usually any person to direct you to a spot. You're lucky if they point you towards the spot and say "somewhere between...... but not these ....... Those are taken. It's far away both good and bad. If you Forgot something or need to get a part for your buggy . It's a wasted 1/2 day in my opinion. So bring whatever you think you need and maybe some spare parts. I recommend a filter for your RV water intake because it can be very murky. The restaurant serves good food. The sights are amazing. Most guests are very friendly and welcoming. Sometimes it can get rowdy on the weekends. Forest service prays on out of towners that get on the wrong trails so get a map! It's all about making the best memories possible.

If you want an adventure, go to Byrd's. From their campsites or cabins, you can ride thrilling ATV…read moretrails, hike, bike or float the Mulberry river in a kayak, canoe or raft. We always have a blast here. The Riverfront Restaurant at Byrd's has great food and a beautiful view of the river. They even have grass landing strips for those who fly. There is always something to do at Byrd's or you can just relax and listen to the river. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and are helpful.

I've been coming to the Prairie Grove Aquatic Center for several years, and this was by far the…read moremost disappointing experience I've had. I've always been able to bring in a cup of ice water, but today, as soon as I walked through the gate, a very rude teenage employee stopped me and required me to pour it out before I could enter. It wasn't alcohol, soda, or any other drink--it was plain ice water. What makes this even more frustrating is that the aquatic center provides free drinking water inside. If guests can already get free water, I don't understand the purpose of making someone dump out perfectly good water at the entrance. It feels wasteful and unnecessary. I understand that facilities have rules, but they should make sense and be enforced with courtesy. The interaction was unfriendly and left a very negative first impression. After years of enjoying this pool, it's disappointing to see customer service and common sense take a back seat.

Nice, clean city pool and splash pad. Price is $5 but discounted for little kids and seniors, and…read moreif you arrive after 5pm. There are multiple slides, a pool basketball hoop, diving board, shallow kid area, and a deeper swim area. There are shaded areas, restrooms, a splash pad, and plenty of lounge chairs and lifeguards. They don't let you bring in water bottles or food, which is a bummer, but they do have a snack bar. They are open un7pmtil 7pm weekends and 6pm on weekdays.

Super friendly people and very convenient for a day ride!! We rented a 4 seater. The side by side…read morewas in great shape and the owners gave us a detailed rundown of what we needed to know to operate the vehicle. This was a free trail ride with direct access to the park. The SxS had a GPS with preloaded trails marked on the maps to help explore and also make it easy to find our way back. There are some pretty technical areas and some water crossings.

Amazing hosts with utv rentals for the Buckhorn Trails. Fun for the entire family. Bookings…read moreavailable for a 2 or 4 seater. Highly recommend! Will visit them again soon!