Natural Falls -- Photo by Pat Bean
Travels With Maggie
“To be thrilled by the stars at night; to be elated over a bird’s nest or a wildflower in spring — these are some of the rewards of the simple life. — John Burroughs
Natural Falls State Park
The 1974 movie version of “Where the Red Fern Grows,” the story of the love between a boy and his dogs, was shot here where this 77-foot waterfall flows year-round. Trails take you both above and below this scenic Ozarks’ spot, which is located near where Cherokees were forcibly marched during the infamous Trail of Tears in the 1830s.
I viewed it on a hot late spring day and relished the coolness that radiated from its flow.
The park is located off Highway 412, six miles west of Siloam Springs, and has excellent full hook-up sites for RVs. If you can, plan to stay awhile.
