41 Things to do near Ponca, AR 72742
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Ponca Area
Morrilton, Arkansas
1.9 miles NESwim near Morrilton, Arkansas
Swim
Copperhead Cave
Harrison, Arkansas
6.4 miles EA multi-level wet cave about half a mile deep with a creek running through it, requiring a rappel or skilled free climb to enter — a fun and challenging caving adventure in Arkansas.
Cave
Bradley Park
Jasper, Arkansas
9.8 miles EThe Little Buffalo River flows through this wooded Jasper park, with walking paths, fishing, picnic tables, calm deep swimming water, and easy kayak and canoe access.
Swim
Ozark Campground
Pruitt, Arkansas
11.8 miles EA private, lesser-known swimming hole on the Buffalo River with deep, slow-moving water, rippling gray cliffs, and a forested 31-site campground right off Highway 7.
Jasper Area
New Blaine, Arkansas
12.9 miles ESwim near New Blaine, Arkansas
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Pruitt
Pruitt, Arkansas
13.0 miles ESandy-beached Pruitt Landing and cliff-shaded Pruitt Bluff both offer deep-water swimming on the Buffalo River — with restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground just steps away.
Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Kings River Falls
Sheridan, Arkansas
15.3 miles SWA unique waterfall dropping from a wide red rock shelf into a pool — sometimes roaring wall-to-wall, sometimes trickling — on an easy two-mile round-trip hike.
Hike, Swim
Harrison, AR, USA
Harrison, Arkansas
20.2 miles NECamp, Cave, Hike, and Swim near Harrison, Arkansas
Camp, Cave, Hike, Swim
North Arkansas College
Harrison, Arkansas
20.6 miles NEA variety-packed disc golf course in Harrison with 830-foot downhill action on hole 8, tennis, ball diamonds, batting cages, and a cross-country course on site.
Disc Golf
Haw Creek Falls Area
New Blaine, Arkansas
25.1 miles SSwim near New Blaine, Arkansas
Swim
Trigger Gap
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
26.1 miles NWA mild river kayaking stretch on Kings River with calm current, cool clear water, and rental canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards from $30–$80 at Trigger Gap Outfitters — great for beginners.
Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Saint Joe Area
Warren, Arkansas
27.4 miles ESwim near Warren, Arkansas
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Richland Creek Area
Morrilton, Arkansas
31.3 miles SESwim near Morrilton, Arkansas
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Eureka Springs Area
Heber Springs, Arkansas
32.2 miles NWThe Beaver Lake and King River area near Eureka Springs hides several laid-back swimming holes in northwest Arkansas, some with very optional dress codes.
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Hogscald Hollow
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
32.4 miles NWAn adventurous Beaver Lake swimming hole near Eureka Springs with cliff jumps, from gentle 10-footers to a 50-foot Lover's Leap.
Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Mulberry River Area
Umpire, Arkansas
33.5 miles SWSwim near Umpire, Arkansas
Swim
Tyler Bend
Saint Joe, Arkansas
34.0 miles EA campground and swimming area at Buffalo National River with stunning cliff views, 28 drive-in sites, walk-in spots, group sites, and free off-season camping.
Canoe, Hike, Kayak, Swim
Long Pool Area
Umpire, Arkansas
34.7 miles SSwim near Umpire, Arkansas
Swim
Cline Park Disc Golf Course
Clarksville, Arkansas
38.7 miles SA varied disc golf course in Clarksville, Arkansas with OB creek, pond, fences, a ball field, a mando, and some seriously tight tunnel shots.
Disc Golf
The Cliffs at Beaver Lake
Larue, Arkansas
38.8 miles NWColorful limestone bluffs towering over clear, cool Beaver Lake water — cliff jump, explore by kayak along five miles of bluff, or look for small hidden waterfalls.
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