Not all worthwhile hikes go on for miles and miles or require traversing rough terrain. Take, for instance, the Tanyard Creek Nature Trail. An easy hike with a big payoff, the 2-mile trek is brimming with beautiful sights, including a tiered waterfall that you can swim under.

Just off the beaten path in Bella Vista, you’ll find the Tanyard Creek Nature Trail.
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Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, it’s a great way to soak up the natural beauty of northwest Arkansas.
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The 2-mile trail is broken up into two parts. The first, a 0.3-mile loop, is paved and relatively flat, while the second part of the trail features a well-maintained natural surface.
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Suitable for hikers of most ages and abilities, the second part of the trek has several bridged creek crossings and a few hills, but nothing too steep.
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Lots of benches line the trail, making it easy to stop and soak in the views or take a break, if need be.
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Beauty abounds throughout the trail; however, there’s no denying that the latter half of the trek is the best part – and that’s because it passes by Tanyard Creek Falls.
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Situated below the Windsor Lake Dam, the towering tiered waterfall is created by the run-off from Windsor Lake.
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A fenced-in viewing platform makes it easy to take in the lovely cascade.
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Of course, you can do more than admire the fall from afar.
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You can actually clamor over rocks to the pool at the base of the fall and splash around in its waters.
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The rapids created by the waterfall only add to the fun.
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For more information, visit the Beautiful Bella Vista website.

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