The Underrated Arkansas Spring That Just Might Be Your New Favorite Summer Destination
By Carol Ann Carson|Published June 15, 2018
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Carol Ann Carson
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Arkansas native, Carol Ann Carson, has written for OnlyInYourState for three years now. She resides in Western Arkansas' Mountain Frontier but calls NWA home as well. The graduate of University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, Carol Ann earned her B.A. in English and will soon be pursing her M.A. in Library Science. She loves exploring the trails around the Buffalo National River and has yet to find a waterfall that wasn't her favorite.
Big water parks are fun, but we Arkansans tend to enjoy a more naturally setting. The naturally spring-fed pool at the Charlton Recreation Area is the perfect summer swim spot. Let’s take a dip in this perfectly-chilly getaway.
For today's summer vacation, let's take a drive to the Ouachita National Forest.
There's the 4.3-mile Charlton Trail that leads to the neighboring Crystal Springs Campground and the Prayer In The Wood Trail, a pleasant .8-mile loop.
No matter if you just spend a couple of hours poolside or make a whole camping trip of it, Charlton Rec Area is a must-visit this summer.
Have you taken a trip to Charlton this season? Share you experience with us in the comments below! Feel free to share your pictures with us in our Facebook Group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.
If you need more summer inspiration, you may want to take your family to this unique boardwalk trail or to Arkansas’ own little Niagara Falls.
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