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thetinyrascal Says: My brother told me that the water is so clean around these parts that water can be drunk straight from the river. The water did appear to be immaculate and what not, but I was refused to believe that it was safe enough to drink without going through some sort of filtration....
thetinyrascal Says: We hiked down the cliff into the Cedar Falls gorge; it was extremely difficult for me as I sprained my right ankle shortly after embarking on the trip. I probably shouldn't have hiked the three-mile trip (at least I believe it was three miles), but I figured I would never...
thetinyrascal Says: According to local legend, the Petit Jean Mountain was named after a young woman, of French descent, who discovered that her fiancee, an adventurer, had volunteered to explore the area with Hernando De Soto, a Spanish explorer; she became so upset over this discovery that...
MikeDarcy Says: For thousands of years, visitors have come to see this magnificent waterfall. Among the most beautiful in Arkansas, this fall flows even in dry weather (when the photograph at right was taken) and is the centerpiece of Petit Jean State Park. Archaeologists know that Native...
BTMonica Says: When driving up the mountain, stop and take a look of your surroundings. The scenery is vast and will leave your speechless.
greenCoral Says: I felt like in the movie "The Last of the Mohicans" when I walked behind this waterfall, except this fall is not as big as the one in the movie. Be careful cause the trail behind the fall is rocky and the rocks are very wet and slippery.
greenCoral Says: We only hiked one of the trails. It was the Cedar Falls Trail. It is listed as an orange trail, but I did not find it too strenuous. It leads to the Cedar Falls, a beautiful fall. Unfortunately I did not take a very good picture of it (don't know why, maybe too amazed at...
Mather Lodge: The Only Thing Petite Jean State Park Has TO Offer
BTMonica Says: I didn't stay here because my boyfriend's house wasn't too far away. But it was located in an ideal spot. When we visited the park it appeared as though the building was closed or possibly under construction, but people flocked to its grounds for the overlook.
greenCoral Says: Why would you look for a hotel or anything of the sort when you go here, is beyond me :)The camp sites are clean, well situated and the only complaint I would have would be that they were too close to each other. If it is isolation from humanity you are looking for, this is...
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I think Mather Lodge was the name of the restaurant. If I am wrong, it was still located in Mather Lodge, situated at the lookout of the state park, right before the trail leading to Cedar Falls. We ordered different sandwiches for take out and ate atop a clif....it was beautiful and the food was delicious, or so I thought after a good long hike :)
Written Apr 25, 2005
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You can buy fire wood at the welcome center when you first get there. I think it was $2 for a bundle....if you are staying for longer than a night, get between 4-5 bundles. We stayed one night and got 2, which were enough.
Written Apr 25, 2005
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When trying to get behind the waterfall (Cedar Falls) be very careful. The rocks are wet and you can easily slip. Wear shoes with a good grip and walk slowly. Once you get there it is beautiful and you'll be glad you did.
Written Apr 25, 2005
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Luggage and bags: Remember to bring garbage bags for all your trash.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Hiking boots, warm long sleeve shirt.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bug Repellent, sun screen, first aid kit.
Photo Equipment: Water proof camera along with a good camera.
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Try to invest in a good sleeping bag (meaning not a $9.95 Wal Mart one) - it can get pretty cold at night. And make sure you have some sort of padding too...you'll sleep better.
Miscellaneous: Flashlight or a lantern. Lots of bottled water. Maybe a swimsuit :)
Updated Apr 25, 2005
One of the best spots in Arkansas
I had never been to Petit Jean until a week ago. It was simply gorgeous, relaxing, and fun. If you ever are in the Arkansas area, Petit Jean State Park is a must.
I recently attended my brother's wedding in Little Rock, Arkansas. I'm pretty much in love with the great outdoors, so my brother and I and some of his friends took a trip to Petit Jean State Park,......
My boyfriend and I recently visited his family in Little Rock. It was my very first time ever visiting Arkansas, so I was pretty excited to get out and explore. My boyfriend's sister brought me to...
My job brought me to Little Rock for three days. At the end of the convention, I decided to remain in Arkansas for the weekend before heading back to the hustle and bustle of Boston, Massachusetts. ...
Cedar Falls, Petit Jean State Park, Arkansas This photo is taken from internet: Waters&Summers Hikin'Gallery
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