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Experience nature and adventure at historic White Rock Mountain! This National Forest Recreation Area features three unique and rustic natural stone cabins and a large natural stone lodge built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Each features a stone fireplace and original wood furniture handcrafted by the CCC. Wind, rain and natural elements had caused the deterioration of the buildings over the years. In 1987 a volunteer group, Friends of White Rock, began a project to renovate the historic structures. With a lot of commitment and hard work, the lodge and cabins were restored to their original state in 1991. White Rock Mountain also offers eight primitive family camping sites. These easily accessible shaded campsites include tents pads, fire rings, grills, picnic tables and access to restrooms and water. Small RVs or pop-up campers can be accommodated at a few sites. |
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From Interstate 40 at Mulberry, Arkansas, take exit 24, turn north onto Arkansas 215 and continue for approximately 12.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 1505 toward Shores Lake/White Rock and follow for approx. 5.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 1505 and follow for approx. 2.2 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1505 and follow for 0.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1535 and continue for approximately 0.5 miles to White Rock Mountain. For alternative directions and/or GPS navigation enter "White Rock Mountain Recreation Area" into a mobile mapping application. If you need further assistance with directions, please call us at (479) 677-2811. |
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The grounds at White Rock Mountain are open year-round. There is a gravel parking area, clean vault toilets, and eight family picnic units with grills and tables. The facility features four CCC crafted shelters along the White Rock Rim Trail that offer spectacular views. Overnight parking for the Ozark Highlands Trail access is available onsite. The lodge and three cabins are available for rent at White Rock Mountain. The lodge and cabins have electricity and running water. All units are equipped with bathrooms and a full kitchen. Each kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, dishes, and cooking pots and pans. The furnishings feature original CCC handcrafted bunkbeds, tables and benches. Each building has a large private patio with a charcoal grill. There is no air conditioning; the stone lodge and cabins stay fairly cool in the summer months. Heat is provided by wood burning stoves during the winter and firewood is available onsite. Linens, towels and bedding are not provided. Guests should pack food, towels, pillows, blankets or sleeping bags, and all other necessary overnight supplies. There are eight family campsites at White Rock. The sites do not have electric or water hookups. Sites are equipped with tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings, grills and lantern poles. There is access to drinking water and an accessible vault toilet within close proximity to all sites. Firewood is available for purchase onsite. Visit the onsite General Store for information, souvenirs, snacks, beverages, maps, firewood and other backcountry supplies. |
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WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA |
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149490 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=149490&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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White Rock Recreation Area 2017 Operating HoursGrounds: Open year-round, sunrise to sunsetLodging and Camping: Available year-roundOffice/General Store: Thursday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For general information please call 479-369-4128, Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or visit whiterockmountain.com. This facility offers first-come, first-served sites when facilities are not reserved. Call 479-369-4128 for availability. Cabin Check-in: 3 p.m., Check-out: 11 a.m. Campsite Check-in: 2 p.m., Check-out: 11 a.m. Late arrival for cabins or campsites (after 6 p.m.), please call 479-369-4128 . No later than 3 p.m. to arrange key pickup and instructions. DANGER! High Cliff Area! Hike at your own risk. Children MUST be strictly supervised at all times. Family picnic and shelters are for day use only. Off-road vehicle use is not permitted within the park. However, guests may bring OHVs and ride from the park to approved trailheads. No hunting is allowed within the facility. Leashed pets are allowed within the recreation area and on trails. Pets are allowed in the cabins but must be kenneled while indoors. You must bring your own kennel. A $250 deposit is required for each pet and is refundable upon satisfactory inspection of cabin. Strict rules apply, visit whiterockmountain.com for more details. This facility is located in Arkansas bear country, do not feed bears; do not leave food or trash unattended. The General Store/Office offers souvenirs, snacks, beverages, ice, firewood, trail maps, toiletries and other supplies. Visit the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests for more information. Don't Move Firewood : Help protect our forests! Obtain your firewood near your destination to avoid the spread of pests. Using firewood from outside the area can threaten native trees and forests. Firewood from outside the area is not recommended as some states have quarantines in effect and firewood movement is illegal. Visit don'tmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Ozark Highlands Trail, Shores Lake Recreation Area, National Scenic Mulberry River, Mill Creek and other ATV Trails, Waterfalls, Wineries (Altus, AR) and more. |
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White Rock Mountain is 2,260 feet above sea level and received its name from the appearance of the lichen on the sheer bluffs that appear white from a distance. Guests at White Rock can enjoy incredible scenic views from the lodge, cabins, campground and bluffs. The forest is home to a large variety of wildlife including deer, bear, bald eagles, turkey and more. In the fall season White Rock Mountain offers unrivaled opportunities for taking in the bright red, orange and yellow autumn foliage that sweeps across the Ozark National Forest. The forest around White Rock is also a waterfall hunter's paradise featuring several great falls located in the surrounding area. |
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White Rock Mountain is the hub of several national forest hiking trail systems including the 1.5-mile loop trail around the mountain top rim, the 13.4 mile Shores Lake loop trail, and the renowned Ozark Highlands Trail. Other recreational activities include swimming, boating (non-motorized) or fishing at Shores Lake Recreation Area; swimming, floating or fishing the National Scenic Mulberry River; Mill Creek and other National Forest ATV trails; hunting and more. |