Local Area Attractions Near Harrison KOA Holiday

Harrison AR KOA is the perfect choice to make your home base as you explore the Ozark Mountains.  Nestled in The Heart of The Ozarks, conveniently located between Eureka Springs, AR and Branson MO, Harrison AR KOA  puts you in the center of all the adventure, entertainment, and down home atmosphere the Ozark Mountains have to offer.
After a day of adventure, you will return to your campsite at Harrison AR KOA, put your feet up and relax by the campfire as you watch a spectacular sunset.  
With so much to do, you will want to return again and again to the most beautiful place on earth, the Ozark Mountains.

Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction

Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction

A high spirited, country dinner show featuring a cast of 32 beautiful horses and riders.  Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction

1125 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson,, MO 65616

417-336-3000

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Branson Landing

Branson Landing

Branson Landing is a waterfront, open-air shopping,dining, and entertainment complex.  The kids will be thrilled by the jet boats and waterfront zip line, while mom and dad enjoy a day of shopping.Branson Landing

100 Branson Landing

Branson, MO 65616

417-293-3002

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Jesus Live on Stage

Jesus Live on Stage

Noah Live on Stage is an action packed drama on a panoramic stage.  This spectacular show brings the Bible story to life, featuring live animals and special effects. 
Jesus Live on Stage

1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway

Branson,, MO 65616

800-377-1277

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Branson Scenic Railway

Branson Scenic Railway

An all American classic 40-mile round trip train ride through the Ozarks.  Choose from day time rides or the dinner train.

206 E. Main St

Branson,, MO 65616

800-287-2462

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Eureka Springs Tram Tours

Eureka Springs Tram Tours

A fully narrated tram sightseeing tour through historical Eureka Springs.
Eureka Springs Tram Tours

137 West Van Buren Street

Eureka Springs, AR 72632

479-253-6852

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Motorcycle Riding Guide of the Ozarks

Motorcycle Riding Guide of the Ozarks

Ride The Ozarks. This guide includes Maps & Directions of Local Routes and areas of interest.
Explore Harrison          Motorcycle Arkansas

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Buffalo National River Park

Buffalo National River Park

Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Underappreciated Parks, the Buffalo National River is one of the few remaining unpolluted, free-flowing rivers in the lower 48 states offering both swift-running and placid stretches. The Buffalo National River encompasses 135 miles of the 150-mile long river. It begins as a trickle in the Boston Mountains 15 miles above the park boundary. Following what is likely an ancient riverbed, the Buffalo National River cuts its way through massive limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Ozarks and into the White River. The Buffalo National River has three designated wilderness areas within its boundaries.Headquarters for the Buffalo National River are located in Harrison, Arkansas, providing administrative services to the national river. The Tyler Bend Visitor Center, the main visitor center for the park, is located 18 miles south of Harrison, Arkansas. The park has two other visitor contact stations; the Pruitt Ranger Station, located ten miles south of Harrison, Arkansas on Highway 7, and Buffalo Point Ranger Station, located 17 miles south of Yellville, Arkansas, on Highway 14.  Pet Friendly with Restrictions.

The Great Passion Play

The Great Passion Play

Experience the "Greatest Story Ever Told". and then visit Noah's Ark Park Petting Zoo and more.
The Great Passion Play

935 Passion Play Road

Eureka Springs, AR 72632

800-882-7529

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RUNAWAY Mountain Coaster

RUNAWAY Mountain Coaster

ZOOM through the woods or gently cruise on the LONGEST and Fastest Mountain Coaster in the Midwest.

935 State Highway 165

Branson, MO 65616

417-334-7337

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5 major lakes: Bull Shoals, Norfork, Table Rock, Beaver and Taneycomo

5 major lakes: Bull Shoals, Norfork, Table Rock, Beaver and Taneycomo

Harrison is less than an hour's drive from five major world class fishing lakes!

Natural State, Natural Art Mural Tour

Natural State, Natural Art Mural Tour

Explore Harrison's Natural State, Natural Art Mural Tour in Downtown Harrison! The murals add a touch of real art to the National Historic District. You can park anywhere downtown and start appreciating the work of local and nationally prominent artists. Below is an interactive map that provides an image of each mural and the artist responsible for the work. We hope you enjoy Harrison's newest attraction!

Downtown Harrison.

Harrison Convention & Visitors Bureau 200 W. Stephenson Ave

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-1789

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Baker Prairie

Baker Prairie

Located within the city limits and adjacent to Harrison High School and Middle School, Baker Prairie is one of Arkansas' finest educational resources and among the most accessible of all the natural areas in the state. Baker Prairie is home to over 250 different species of animals and plants. Some of the rare plants include: Ozark trillium, prairie violet, royal catchfly, silky aster, downy gentian, and early goldenrod. Baker Prairie is also home to four animal species of special concern: willow flycatcher, grasshopper sparrow, prairie mole cricket, and ornate box turtle.Due to its relatively small size and urban location, habitat degradation is a constant concern. Baker Prairie is a natural area that must be protected with special care.Friends of Baker Prairie (FOBP) is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the conservation and preservation of Baker Prairie, a native tall grass prairie located in Harrison, Arkansas.The 71 virgin acres of Baker Prairie are all that remain of a 5,000 acre prairie ecosystem located in northwest Arkansas. As development continues to surround Baker Prairie, threats to its healthy survival multiply.The mission of Friends of Baker Prairie is to protect Baker Prairie for the enjoyment of current and future generations and to promote educational projects informing others about its esthetic, ecological, and historical significance.Directions:
Follow U.S. Highway 65 north through Harrison. At the intersection of Hwy. 65, Hwy. 65B (North Main) and Industrial Park Road continue west on Industrial Park Road (Hwy. 65 is the main road and will turn to the north at this point). Follow Industrial Park Road to Goblin Drive. At stoplight, turn left on Goblin Drive. The prairie is 0.5 mile down Goblin Drive. Signs are on both sides of the road. Parking is available on the left side of the road at the high school and middle school.

W. Buris Way

Harrison Convention & Visitors Bureau 200 W. Stephenson Ave

Harrison, AR 72601

501-324-9150

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DeVito's Trout Farm

DeVito's Trout Farm

Hankering for fresh trout for dinner at the campground?  Just 1.5 miles from Harrison KOA Holiday, at Bear Creek  Springs, is Devito's Trout Farm and Restaurant.  Great fun for the entire family!  Catch your fill at Bear Creek Springs Trout Farm! The easiest Rainbow Trout fishing you will ever find and it's great fun for the kids and the entire family!  No Fishing License Required.  No Limit.  Bring your own tackle or use ours (FREE).
We provide bait. Pay only for what you catch (call for pricing) - you must keep everything you catch. (Sorry, no catch and release).
We clean trout and pack on ice for no charge, or you can have DeVito's cook your catch during restaurant hours for $8.00 per meal - you supply fish and you get hush-puppies, choice of potato, small tossed salad and homemade bread.
You can also feed the trout for 25 cents.
Please Note: This activity is available for fishing by appointment only. Please call 870.741.8832 to make your appointment.

350 Devito's Loop

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-8832

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Haggard Ford Swinging Bridge

Haggard Ford Swinging Bridge

The Haggard Ford Swinging Bridge, built in 1941, is a historic suspension bridge over Bear Creek north of Harrison. It is located adjacent to Cottonwood Road,  just a short distance from US Highway 65 about 8 miles north of Harrison.  You can park close to the bridge and it is open to pedestrian traffic so you can walk on it and view Bear Creek flowing below.

7832 Cottonwood Road #7818

Harrison, AR 72601

Boone County Heritage Museum

Boone County Heritage Museum

Visit the Boone County Heritage Museum and experience the wonderful and unique history of the Ozark Mountains and Harrison, AR. The Boone County Heritage Museum features exhibits from the earliest settlers to the area and depicts how the Harrison forefathers colonized the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. The historic museum also features exhibits from Harrison's railroad past, a war room that highlights the role that Boone County and Arkansas soldiers played in the Civil War, the two World Wars and other conflicts since. Be prepared to find something new in every room throughout the Boone County Heritage Museum as you explore the original, historic Harrison High School building.

124 South Cherry St

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-3312

Boone County Regional Airport

Boone County Regional Airport

Think of the Convenience Southern Airways Express provides Non-Stop Flights!
Fly from Harrison to Dallas and then from Dallas to anywhere in the world. We challenge you to see just how much you will save by flying Harrison first! You'll be amazed! Located 3 miles Northwest of Harrison

  • 30 Minutes from Branson, Missouri
  • 30 Minutes from Eureka Springs, Arkansas
  • 15 miles from Buffalo National River
  • 15 miles from Bull Shoals Lake
  • Several Nearby Hotels and Restaurants
  • Quick and Convenient Access to Terminal Area & Parking
  • Hertz and Enterprise Car Rentals
  • Flights to Dallas as low as $79 non-stop
  • Memphis is now available

2524 Airport Road

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-6954

Buffalo River Air Tours

Buffalo River Air Tours

Come join us in Harrison AR. at Boone County Regional Airport where we'll depart on your incredible journey to see the wonders of over 55 miles of America's 1st National River. Soon after taking off from Harrison you'll be over Woolum and see the famous Skull Bluff and the Nars. On to more scenic icons of the upper river such as Big Bluff and Hemmed in Hollow. Next up Kyle's Landing and Steel Creek, lets see how many swimmers we will see in the amazing swimming holes. How about an aerial view of Ponca (pop. 14). No telling what we'll see in Elk country. We'll wrap up this amazing river journey at the start of the river near Boxley Bridge where we'll turn back and return to Harrison. Wow you just saw the entire upper Buffalo River in all its glory.

2524 Airport Road

Harrison, AR 72601

870-447-3000

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North Arkansas Transportation Service

North Arkansas Transportation Service

Need a ride to an event or shopping in Harrison?  NATS is  Rural Public Transportation operated for the general public.  Rates are based on trip.  Call Transportation Services at 870-741-8008

Buffalo National River

Buffalo National River

The Buffalo National River is one of the few remaining unpolluted, free-flowing rivers in the lower 48 states offering both swift-running and placid stretches. The Buffalo National River encompasses 135 miles.  Since it is a wild river,  you will be floating through massive limestone bluffs, surrounded by trees and wildlife the entire way, as you travel eastward through the Ozarks and into the White River.  One of the most popular rivers in the state for visitors to enjoy floating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.  Multiple outfitters offer a variety of tours and rental services.  The Headquarters for the Buffalo National River is located in Harrison.  The Tyler Bend Visitors Center, the main visitor center for the park, is located 18 miles south of Harrison.  The Pruitt Ranger Station, is located 10 miles south of Harrison.

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Maplewood Cemetery

Maplewood Cemetery

Located just a few minutes from downtown Harrison, AR, is Maplewood Cemetery.  Planted with over 733 Sugar Maple trees, this is a spectacular setting for visitors to walk, drive, photograph, or enjoy the serine environment any time of the year.   Every autumn the Sugar Maples burst into color, deep reds, vibrant oranges and bright yellows, creating a magical place.  The peak of color is usually in mid to late October or early November.  Pet Friendly, too.

Maplewood road, south of Hwy 43 East

Harrison, AR 72601

870-204-5489

Baker Prairie

Baker Prairie

Located in Harrison next to Harrison High School and Middle School is Baker Prairie.  Home to over 250 different species of animals and plants, visitors can walk two trails, one on each side of Goblin Drive.  visitors stroll  past an abundance of flowing plants and native prairie plants.  Trail is 1.18 miles round trip   Easy   Pet Friendly  Parking is available at the Middle School adjacent to the natural area.  Cell Phone Audio Tour available at website

1125 Goblin Drive

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-1789

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Hiking

Hiking

The Ozark Mountains have some of the best hiking trails in the country offering beautiful scenery and wildlife.  Trails range from 1 to 36 miles and have a variety fo difficulty.  Trails offer a different experience with each season.  Spring waterfalls and wildflowers, summer cool streams for swimming, fall beautiful fall colors, winter beautiful displays of frost, and icicles.  Elk and deer frequent along the river in the early morning and evening.  Hemmed-in-Hollow, Pruitt-Ozark Trail, Lost Valley Trail, Hawksbill Crag, and The Goat Trail and Big Bluff are just a sampling of the hiking trails you will find within 35 miles of Harrison.

Arkansas Welcome Center 3391 Hwy 65

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-3343

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Fishing

Fishing

People arrive from all over the nation to fish n the Ozark Mountains famous for crappie, bass and trout.  Avid fishermen and families alike will enjoy the lakes, rivers, and streams. Three pristine Lakes: Table Rock, Taneycomo and Bull Shoals welcome visitors to fish or enjoy water activities all year.  The Buffalo National river and the White RiverWhite River are celebrated for there exceptionally clear waters and thriving fish population. The rivers present a variety of choices, including spin fishing for trout and encounters with catfish, smallmouth and largemouth bass. Crooked Creek, known for smallmoouth bass runs through  Minnie Harris Park in Harrison Arkansas, providing a great place for a picnic lunch and family fishing trip.

200 W. Stephenson Ave.

HARRISON, AR 72601-9644

870-741-1789

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Bicycling

Bicycling

Harrison located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains has endless opportunities for cycling with various difficulty levels.  The Tour de Hills Bike Race is held each April on th Jasper Disaster scenic route.
For less strenuous rides The Arkansas College features  2.5 miles of trail.  There is also a bike trail along Crooked Creek in Harrison.

200 W. Stephenson Ave.

Harrison, AR 72601

870-741-1789

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