🪨 Creek Spot
🟡 Moderate Free Entry
🌊 About Bluff Hole (near Fort Smith)
A locally known swimming hole near Fort Smith, part of a stretch of the Mulberry River area where locals recommend asking around for the best current spot.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Cool, clear
Best Season
📅 Spring–summer
Water Type
Creek/river swimming hole
Managed By
Informal / near Ozark National Forest
County
Franklin County, Arkansas
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Near Fort Smith, AR
Access Notes:
Unofficial access — ask locals for current directions
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace