The Basics
Bard Springs Recreation Area
Athens, AR
Phone: (870) 356-4186 (Caddo District Office)
Closest Towns: Athens, Daisy, Glenwood, Langley
Directions: From Glenwood: Travel West on Hwy 84 approx. 21 miles, through Langley to the small community of Athens. Turn Right/North onto Hwy 246, and go approx. 2.2 miles to FR#38/Shady Lake Rd. Travel approx. 3.9 miles to CR#604, and turn Right/East. The entrance will be about ½ mile down on your right.
About Bard Springs
Located next to a small scenic stream in a remote mountain setting, the Bard Springs Recreation Area offers five adirondake-type shelters for picnicking. A very small dam on the stream creates a pool of water that is popular with swimmers in the summertime. Once a small campground in the past, this area is now open for day-use only. No electricity or water is available at the site, but a vault toilet is provided. Nearby Shady Lake offers camping opportunities, as well as Daisy State Park, located on Lake Greeson.
The area's close proximity to the Caney Creek Wilderness Area offers plenty of additional opportunities for hiking as well.
What's Nearby
Parks & Nature
Daisy State Park
Trails
Bear Creek Cycle Trail
Camping
Daisy State Park Campground
Lodging
Local Eateries
Gear & Supplies
Other Attractions
Crooked Creek Falls
Little Missouri Falls
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