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Absolutely beautiful! First off, the area is so clean, no trash scattered around. The roads are in outstanding condition. The Mirror Lake is a beautiful area where one can trout fish, and the Blanchard Springs are amazing—more like a gushing roar of water shooting out of the mountain. There are a couple of hiking trains, and they are well maintained and well marked. Blanchard Springs Recreation Are is a true gem.…
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Date of experience: November 2020
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KateS wrote a review Oct 2020
Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States2,928 contributions174 helpful votes
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While we were disappointed that the Cavern was closed (COVID restrictions), the recreation area was worth the drive north of Mountain View. The path to the spring is paved & short, a very easy walk. We were impressed with the beauty of the spring & surrounding landscape. We must've spent a half-hour just watching & listening to the water, & appreciating the beauty of nature. The trail along Mirror Lake is mostly boardwalk with a few pier-type viewing areas. Unfortunately, the plant growth was such that we didn't get any good photos of this area, but the man-made dam/spillway & the remnants of the old mill were worth the walk. The day-use recreation area is nicely laid out, with giant buildings for restrooms & easy access to the water. At this time of year, the water was very low, but the surrounding bluffs and other natural features made us glad we stopped here for a look-see. There is a $3-per-vehicle fee for this particular day-use area, but there is no fee for access to the spring or Mirror Lake.…
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Date of experience: September 2020
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We walked to the Springs and then hiked the trail. Walking to the springs is a very easy walk. The trail to the mill from the springs is a must, I am 60 years old and a bit out of shape and I would do this hike again in a heart beat. My 8 year old granddaughter went to the springs and also did the hike and said it was the most beautiful thing she had ever seen !…
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Date of experience: September 2020
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This park is absolutely beautiful! Can’t wait to go back. Well-maintained. Just wish COVID would go away so they could open up all areas.
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Date of experience: September 2020
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