Highlands Chapter Dayhike:  Leatherwood Creek Hike

Day/Date:  Saturday, November 15, 2025

Name of Hike:  Leatherwood Creek Hike

Location:  Ponca Low Water Bridge, Buffalo National River

Hiking Distance:  Approximately 3 miles

Elevation Gain:  150 feet

Rating:  Moderate although there will be creek walking, creek crossings, a little bushwhacking, and side-hilling.  Those who want to can go back from the Balanced Rock.

Features:  We will be walking along Leatherwood Creek going to Balanced Rock which is where the elevation gain begins and then on to the bluff shelter further up the creek.  It’s a pretty place to go.

Hike Leader:  Judi Nail

Email and Telephone:  jnail1113@gmail.com, 870-421-6824

Meeting Places and Times:

• Meet at Root School, 1529 E Mission Blvd in Fayetteville, for an 8:15 am departure for a leaderless convoy and carpooling; or,
• Meet at the Kings River Country Country Store in Marble AR for a 9:15 am departure; or,
• Meet at the trailhead at the Ponca Low Water Bridge, Buffalo National River at 10:00 am.
• For Google Map to the trailhead, click on “Location” below

Comment:  Bring water, snacks, lunch, rain gear, gloves, and wear hiking boots/shoes. Hiking poles may be helpful.  No pets are allowed on any hikes, and children under 12 years are discouraged and must be accompanied by a guardian. Participants are required to sign a liability release at the trailhead to take part in any Ozark Society outing. Everyone is welcome to hike with the OSHC, whether an Ozark Society member or not.

Steve Singleton

Fall Season Outings Chair

Ozark Society Highlands Chapter