Blanchard Springs - North Sylamore Creek
Creek · Arkansas
About this swimming hole
North Sylamore Creek at Blanchard Springs - spring-fed, clear, and cold - offers the Ozarks' prettiest creek swim. The springs, caverns, and trout water surround it. Swim where the CCC built stone bridges in the 1930s.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Depth | shallow to 8 ft |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Small day-use fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Blanchard Springs lot |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Stone County |
| Nearest town | Mountain View |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; cold spring water |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blanchard Springs - North Sylamore Creek require reservations?
No reservations are required at Blanchard Springs - North Sylamore Creek based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Blanchard Springs - North Sylamore Creek?
Reported fee info: Small day-use fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Blanchard Springs - North Sylamore Creek?
The best season is typically May-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026