Logoly State Park
Situated on 368 acres of forested coastal plain in southwest Arkansas, Logoly State Park is one of Arkansas' unique additions to the State Park system.This unusual area has attracted interest from visitors for over a hundred years.
HISTORY
A major reason for this longstanding interest has been the purported medicinal waters which well up from the forest floor in eleven natural springs. By the turn of the century, people were traveling from far and near to drink and bathe in this mineralized water. During this time, there were two hotels built near the springs and the area became a popular place for evangelists to hold week-long camp meetings.
FACILITIES
A visit to Logoly should begin at the Visitor Center which houses exhibits featuring the history and natural environment of the park, a teaching/audiovisual room for slide and movie presentations, rest rooms, and park offices. An outdoor amphitheater near the Visitor Center offers a special setting for programs and events.
Day users can enjoy a family outing in the tree-shaded picnic area surrounding the Visitor Center, a game of volleyball at the park's recreation area, or a day in the tall forests on the park's well-marked trails.
Observation stands and photo blinds have been constructed along the trails to aid nature observers and bird watchers.
Here at Arkansas's first environmental education state park, interpreters present workshops on ecological/environmental topics. The park's natural resources provide a living laboratory for students and visitors. Most of Logoly's 368 acres comprise a State Natural Area that includes unique plant species and mineral springs.
Park facilities include six group tent sites (no hookups), a bathhouse with hot showers, standard pavilion (free to educational groups), picnic sites, playground, trails, and a visitor center with exhibits and an indoor classroom. [NOTE: Educational groups have preference and must make reservations. Individuals may use campsites on a first-come basis, but must vacate for groups.]
From U.S. 79 at McNeil, go one mile on County Road 47 (Logoly Road) to the park.
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