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                   Two trails lead to Bridal Veil Falls, where hikers can walk
            behind the 90-foot water fall.  Some visitors may prefer to use the

                         overlook, conveniently located near the parking lot.


              Sandy Beach is a beautiful public beach on the shores of Greers
             Ferry Lake.  With a volley ball court, tables, and grills steps from
                  the sand, it is an ideal spot for a fun-fi lled day on the beach.
                                               www.cityofh ebersprings.com



                   Spring Park is home to seven mineral springs which have
                attracted visitors since 1830.  Th  e park has a skateboard park,
             playgrounds, basketball courts, two outdoor ampitheaters, public
                                     retrooms, a pavillion, and picnic tables.


              Greers Ferry Lake is a 40,000 acre lake, with deep, crystal clear
                water which makes it ideal for water sports, scuba diving, and
             sailing.  Also know for its superb fi shing, the lake holds the state
                                         record for walleye and striped bass.



           Sugarloaf Mountain rises 690 feet, providing a panoramic view of
             the city and the Little Red River.  An informational exhibit at the
             base of the mountain has detailed directions for hikers regarding
                                         the four trails accessible at the base.
                                          www.sugarloafh eritagecouncil.org



                 Th  e largest population of Trumpeter Swans in the southeast
               United States descends in an area just a few miles east of Heber
                              Springs annually, November through February.
                                                   www.heber-springs.com


                   Th  e U.S. Army Corps of Engineers William Carl Garner
             Visitors Center introduces visitors to the history of Greers Ferry
           Dam and the Little Red River  Th  e Mossy Bluff  and Buckeye Trails,
             and the Mossy Bluff  Disc Golf Course are located just behind the

                                          Visitors Center.  Ph:501-362-9067


                  Historic Downtown Heber Springs features unique shops,
              antique stores, art galleries, and eateries.  At least once a month
                 you can fi nd an event going on in downtown Heber Springs.


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