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About Mammoth Spring (the town)
The city of Mammoth Spring is located in Fulton County approximately 20 miles north of Cherokee Village on the Missouri state line.
Originally known as "Head of River", the Mammoth Spring area was settled in 1836 by farmers. In 1850,
the spring was discovered by geologist David Dale Owen and the town soon began promoting
it's natural wonder as a tourist attraction. The spring also at one time generated power for a mill
and the Missouri-Arkansas Power Company. In 1957, Mammoth Spring became a state park,
which helped boost the local economy and protect it's great natural wonder.
The town has a population of about 1,200 friendly full-time residents and many
visitors and tourist each year. While most come enjoy the camping,
fishing, and floating fun, some come for the art galleries, antique shopping and a quiet
get-a-way.
Even though it is a small town it has all the conveniences of doctors, dentists,
libraries, modern hotels, fine and fast food restaurants, and entertainment, so
if you're looking to get away from it all, come visit us in Mammoth Spring!
About Mammoth Spring (the spring and park)
Mammoth Spring, Arkansas's largest spring and a National Natural Landmark,
produces nine million gallons of chilly 58 degree water hourly. Emerging
from the ground, near the Missouri border in north central Arkansas, it forms a
scenic 10-acre lake and serves as the head waters for the Spring River
providing plenty of fresh water year around.
The park facilities include an information center with
exhibits on the area's rich history and natural resources, picnic sites,
walking/jogging trail, ball field, children's playground, and a brand new
covered pavilion for family reunions and large groups. The 1886 Frisco
depot, at the park, will take you back to the early 1900s and just outside the
train station you can take the guided Frisco caboose tour.
Along the walking path, around the lake, you can see remnants
of the old mill and hydroelectric plant that reflect Mammoth Spring's history.
Next door to the park is the Mammoth Spring National Fish
Hatchery, the nation's leading producer of smallmouth bass (and also a source
for largemouth and striped bass, walleye, channel catfish, and redband trout).
Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the hatchery, and also view one of the
nicest public aquariums in the region.
Located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Northeast Arkansas, Spring River
Country is a well-kept secret. With our low crime rate, beautiful scenery, and
slower lifestyle, you'll feel you've found paradise. Our area is a popular
vacation and retirement destination with boating, canoeing,
fishing, arts & crafts, antiques and many special interest clubs as sources of
entertainment.
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