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Ozark Hollers

nickcross May 15th, 2007

Cedar Creek Falls-Ozark National Forest

Let’s talk about the Ozark Mountains. What makes them special? Really, there are much bigger mountains out there. So, why bother with what some would simply call foothills?

From an outdoor enthusiast’s perspective, the Ozarks offer some of the most beautiful and rugged terrain in this part of the country. These mountains harbor the last area of significant topography before things begin to flatten out into the Great Plains to the west. In fact, the tallest waterfall between the Appalachians and the Rockies lies in the heart of the Ozarks. Continue Reading »

The Absence of Distraction

nickcross April 18th, 2007

           Eureka Springs, snugly nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, offers a unique blend of nature-made and man-made surroundings.  Throughout town there are numerous exposed bluffs and springs mixed with historic buildings that combine to create the magic that is Eureka Springs!

            This magic also exists throughout the hilltops and hollows in the surrounding area.  The feeling of this landscape is why the Ozarks will always be home to me and much of the reason I first began to seriously venture outdoors. Continue Reading »