First time on paddle boats and was a great adventure :) under 10$ for the two of us. Quiet and beautiful walkways- nothing too big just a nice lil jaunt.
Happened upon this place while driving from Missouri to Alabama. I had no idea that I was going to be passing through this area and when I saw the sign I couldn't resist stopping by to have a look. It is a very nice area and a beautiful park. I could only imagine that during the summer months this place would be packed with picnickers and tourist. It was very cold while I was there so I was not able to take in all of it but I do hope that I can return one day during the warmer seasons.
For above reasons, when in area I stop at "Mammoth". Refreshes history of region for me. Water, rail, electricity - bound in the "springs".
My wife and I visited some friends who live about 50 miles from this place and insisted that we see it before we leave. Staff at visitors center really nice. Very well kept, modern visitor center and gift store. Walking trail around the spring was very scenic. We visited the train depot, took pics in the caboose and just had a blast. Being from the Texas desert, it was awe-inspiring to see almost 10 million gallons per hour of water flowing out of this natural spring. Really enjoyed the history of the hydro-electric plant that was there for many decades. Would recommend any one to visit. Very beautiful part of Arkansas!
This park gives you the opportunity to witness the 10th largest single mouth spring in the world. It is named Spring without the "S" on the end, because it is a single mouth spring & not several springs together. It produces 9-10 million gallons of water per hour & forms the Spring River. There is a 62 acre park to observe with the spring & other attractions such as an old restored Railroad Depot as it was operating several years ago. There is also a National Fish Hatchery that was established in 1903 & is one of the oldest Fish Hatcheries in the country. A new Museum was just completed & opened to the public that serves as a visitor center. Mammoth Spring, AR is on the border of AR & MO on Hwy 63.
This is a great place to stop and rest if you're on a trip through the area, or to spend the entire day relaxing if you live nearby. There's a beautiful lake with ducks, a very pretty waterfall over the dam, a visitor center with clean restrooms, and nice walkways around the lake and above the dam. Nothing spectacular - just a really nice, pretty place.
Ducks! Everywhere! A great place to just "get away" and DUCK your day. Duck. get it? Lots of ducks running around.
Located almost on the Missouri border, Mammoth Springs is very interesting. Amazing amount of water flows over the dam from the spring. Very pretty. What is sad is the dying town. Maybe in other seasons it would feel more alive. I'm sure it is a great spot for river sports in the summer. If in the area make the detour.
My husband and I visited Mammoth Springs on the way into Missouri from Arkansas. I was floored by how beautiful the water was and the story behind the power generator. Really nice place to stop in and take a gander.
Driving on US Hwy 63? Then don't miss Mammoth Spring Park. Just at the Arkansas/ Missouri state line. Very nice Visitor Center with sparkling rest rooms and the most peaceful grounds around the spring. There are a couple of interesting attractions. First, The dam and old hydro-electric power building. Secondly, The old train depot. All this is well worth your time. Spend a few minutes or a couple hours. You'll meet some of the local resident geese.