Falling Waterfalls in Richland Creek Arkansas, Ozark Mountain Region, USA

Richland Creek is a classic Ozark stream with classic surroundings. Its uppermost tributaries drain off to the east from Arkansas State Highway 7 the state's first Scenic Byway and a road labelled among the country's 10 picturesque drives. Dropping 1,400 feet along the way, these waters eventually merge with those of the Buffalo National River at Woolum an access point for floaters which also features a primitive camping site

In this 30-mile road trip, the creek works its way through some of the most rugged country to be found in this state. For much of its length, the stream is somewhat inaccessible to all but those brave enough to put on their walking boots. Because of this remoteness and isolation, quiet ramblers may be able to sneak up un announced on  all sorts of wildlife such as mink, beaver, turkey, deer, and maybe a black bear. To top it off, Richland Creek itself supplies some of the best smallmouth bass and panfish habitat in this part of the country.