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White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Step into the past by visiting the three natural stone cabins and the lodge on White Rock Mountain built in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). President Franklin D. Roosevelt formed the CCC during the Great Depression. Wind, rain, and natural elements caused the deterioration of the buildings over the years. In 1987 a volunteer group, Friends of White Rock, began a project to renovate the structures. With a lot of hard work, the cabins and lodge were restored in 1991. Visitors to White Rock Mountain enjoy scenic views from the cabins. White Rock Mountain is 2,260 feet above sea level and received its name from the appearance of the lichen on the sheer bluffs that look white from a distance. High bluffs surround this area. Please use caution while along the bluff line, especially with small children. White Rock Mountain is the hub of several trail systems. It offers a 13.4-mile loop trail south to Shores Lake and returns to intersect with the Ozark Highlands Trail. Around the rim of the mountaintop is a 1.5-mile loop trail. 3 rental cabins and a lodge. All three feature stone fireplaces and original furniture. The lodge can accommodate up to 30 people a night and is accessible to the physically challenged. The cabins can be rented year-round. 8 family camping units with tent pads and fire pits and one group site that will accommodate up to 10 guests. 8 family picnicking units.
Check out White Rock Mountain at http://www.whiterockmountain.com/ for more information.
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area Guide
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closed weekdays from Monday, July 25 through early September. The campground, cabins and overlook will be open and fully accessible on the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). website: http://www.whiterockmountain.com/ or call 479-369-4128. For reservations, go to Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777 |
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| Reservations: | For more information, call 479-369-4128 or email whiterockrecreation@gmail.com or book through Recreation.gov |
| Fees: | Campground - $10/day year round. One group site - $15/day. Day-use $5/day. Three cabins and one lodge available for rent. Current forest recreation schedule and fees. |
| Open Season: | year-round |
| Closest Towns: | Mulberry |
| Water: | Drinking |
| Restroom: | vault |
| Operated By: | Boston Mountain Ranger District (479)667-2191 |
General Information
Directions:Take Arkansas 215 north from Mulberry for 15 miles, then follow Forest Service Road 1505 (paved for 0.5 mile, then gravel) for 8 miles, then turn left (west) on Forest Service Road 1003 (gravel) for 2.5 miles.
Activities
Campground Camping
8 family camping units with tent pads and fire pits. 8 family picnicking units. Drinking water. Vault toilets.
| No. of Sites | 8 |
| Reservation Info | Call 479-369-4128 for more information or http://www.whiterockmountain.com/ |
| Fire Information | Campfires are allowed (unless in the event of a burn ban), no firewood should be brought in or taken from any of the sites. |
Cabin Rentals
Three rental cabins and a lodge. All three feature stone fireplaces and original furniture. The lodge can accommodate up to 30 people a night and is accessible to the physically challenged. The cabins can be rented year-round. Call White Rock Mountain Concessionaire at (479) 369-4128 for reservations at the cabins and lodge.
| Reservation Info | None |
| Reservation info: | Call 479-369-4128 or email whiterockrecreation@gmail.com |
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Day Hiking
White Rock Mountain is the hub of several trail systems. It offers a 13.4-mile loop trail south to Shores Lake and returns to intersect with the Ozark Highlands Trail. Around the rim of the mountaintop is a 1.5-mile loop trail
| Fire Information | Campfires are allowed (unless in the event of a burn ban), no firewood should be brought in or taken from any of the sites. |
| Elevation desc | 2,260 feet above sea level |
Viewing Wildlife
Viewing Plants
Viewing Scenery
Step into the past by visiting the three natural stone cabins and the lodge on White Rock Mountain built in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). President Franklin D. Roosevelt formed the CCC during the Great Depression. Wind, rain, and natural elements caused the deterioration of the buildings over the years. In 1987 a volunteer group, Friends of White Rock, began a project to renovate the structures. With a lot of hard work, the cabins and lodge were restored in 1991. Visitors to White Rock Mountain enjoy scenic views from the cabins. White Rock Mountain is 2,260 feet above sea level and received its name from the appearance of the lichen on the sheer bluffs that look white from a distance. High bluffs surround this area. Please use caution while along the bluff line, especially with small children. White Rock Mountain is the hub of several trail systems. It offers a 13.4-mile loop trail south to Shores Lake and returns to intersect with the Ozark Highlands Trail. Around the rim of the mountaintop is a 1.5-mile loop trail. 3 rental cabins and a lodge. All three feature stone fireplaces and original furniture. The lodge can accommodate up to 30 people a night and is accessible to the physically challenged. The cabins can be rented year-round. 8 family camping units with tent pads and fire pits. 8 family picnicking units.