Fayetteville AR swimming holes are Ozark river day trips — West Fork White River, Mulberry, and Lee Creek corridors.
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Also hidden Arkansas and Buffalo River.
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West Fork White River Swimming Holes
West Fork White River Swimming Holes is a River swimming destination near Fayetteville in Arkansas. The setting stays informal and low-key.
View details Mulberry River Swimming Spots, Ozark National Forest
Mulberry River Swimming Spots, Ozark National Forest sits in Arkansas. Swimmers come for a natural day on the water without resort amenities.
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Lee Creek Ozark Swimming Holes
Lee Creek in the Arkansas Ozarks near Cedarville, Natural Dam, and Fort Smith has clear gravel-bar pools and bluff swimming holes with free public access points. Scout depth after rain; no lifeguards.
View details Bluff Hole
Bluff Hole on the Mulberry River in the Arkansas Ozarks is a free scenic bluff swimming hole with clear river pools. Informal access — scout depth and current after rain.
View details Half Bushel
Half Bushel sits in Arkansas along Big Shoal Creek. Swimmers come for a natural day on the water without resort amenities.
View detailsFrequently asked questions
Are there swimming holes near Fayetteville, Arkansas?
Yes — West Fork White River near Fayetteville plus Mulberry and Lee Creek Ozark listings for longer day trips toward the Fort Smith side.