Sharing the Wonder of Izard County...Moving History Forward!
Saturday, March 10, 2007
Needles Cave and Waterfall
This is the Needles Cave feature near Calico Rock. It's a horseshoe shaped bluff-lined hollow that hides three caves...one which has reportedly been mapped verydeep (5 miles). The horseshoe is a good 200-250 yards across at the open end and about as deep. This place is truly awe-inspiring and has a rich history which I may get to share as I've been invited to hear some of the yarns about the place next time we get over that way.
So...watch this space.
And here's a short vid-clip to give you a grain of an idea of the magnificence of the place! I want to give a word of thanks to the landowner, who graciously allowed our eager little crew to view this special spot in Izard County...heck...the world! I also want to give a hat-tip to BBanzai, who told me about the cave.
So great seeing needles cave again after all these years. Only in the ozarks could you have such a great place that is literally within feet of a major hwy and nobody even knows its there. thanks again....keep up the most excellent blog'ing and pic taking :)
I know that this is a common claim people make around the world, but to me the Ozarks of Arkansas truly is God's Country! This site will be dedicated to showing anyone interested--Sunday motorists to fair-weather cyclists--some of the hidden treasures in the county they drive through.
Over the past several years, with the explosion of the popularity of custom car-clubs and motorcycle enthusiasts, Izard county has seen a parade of people from outside the area coming to enjoy the panoramic views from the comfort of their chosen mode of pleasurable transportation. Many, I'm absolutely sure, drive by sights that are easily accesible and not far off the highway never even knowing those sights are there. This blog will give anyone searching for information before they visit the area a way to know where some of those places are.
Ozarks Schoolin' Donation Box
Lunenburg School Donations
Send Donations to:
Lunenburg Community Center
HC 77 Box 510
Melbourne, Ar 72556
C/O Mary Loggains (Secretary)
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So great seeing needles cave again after all these years. Only in the ozarks could you have such a great place that is literally within feet of a major hwy and nobody even knows its there. thanks again....keep up the most excellent blog'ing and pic taking :)
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