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Spend An Unforgettable Night In This Gorgeous Cave Home

September 25, 2020 / marklongmainstream

Looking for a once in a life time lodging option? Look no further. The Beckham Cave Creek Lodge, is the perfect place for your next vacation. The Cave is located at 1110 NC 8610 in Parthenon, Arkansas. For more information, pricing, to check availability, or to book your stay, click here.

Nestled in a natural cavern, high within a bluff overlooking the valley, Beckman Creek Cave Lodge is unlike any other place on Earth.

Completely remodeled, this luxurious and comfortable 12 person 4BR 4BA 5800 s.f. home is located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas on 256 private, secluded acres.

This is the perfect destination for romantic weekend getaways, company retreats, family reunions, weddings/honeymoon venue, or families traveling together seeking a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, this cave home ensures a memorable vacation!

This luxurious vacation home, has more than 5,800 square feet of space!

If Amenities are important to you, this fabulous cave is sure to impress! There is a full gourmet equipped kitchen, a large living room with a natural rock formation waterfall, and big screen smart TV, the cave has WIFI, lofs and balconies, and so much more!

When you’re not gazing at the beautiful cave walls and natural hanging stalactites, you can try your luck fishing at the catch and release pond on the property. There is also a fire pit, or you can just sit back and enjoy the amazing view from the front deck.

Hiking, canoeing, fishing, helicopter rides, and horseback riding are all activities that can be arranged during your stay. If that wasn’t enough, Buffalo National River is 12 miles away and offers cool waters for kayaking and incredible nature hikes. For world-class trout fishing, White River is just 45 minutes away!

For a list of nearby family activities, click here. For a list of nearby parks and amazing locations, click here. For more great lodging options or campgrounds in Arkansas, click here.

This Incredible Attraction Takes Visitors Through Every Habitat On Earth

September 24, 2020 / marklongmainstream

The Midwest is full of incredible attractions, from Mount Rushmore, to the Great Lakes, to The Shawnee National Forest there is no shortage of amazing places to visit. However very few people realize that one of the most amazing sites in the country is also located right here in the Heartland.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is the largest most immersive fish and wildlife attraction in the world! The aquarium features a 1.5 million gallon tank and is home to over 35,000 live fish, crabs, reptiles and more. This fantastic new animal and nature museum opened its doors in September of 2017, and has been voted America’s #1 new attraction, and America’s Best Aquarium by USA TODAY!

At this multi-level aquarium , visitors are able to get up close and personal with several species of fish, sharks, and sting rays. In fact one of the most popular attractions allows guests to go underwater and get face to face with sharks.

The underwater river tunnel is a great way to see what really goes on at the bottom of the ocean, and provides visitors with spectacular views of a wide range of aquatic animals.

The Penguin Cove exhibit is one of Wonders of Wildlife’s most popular attractions, featuring 11 playful Gentoo penguins. Penguin Cove is located within the Polar Exhibition region in the Wildlife Galleries section.

This breathtakingly beautiful museum allows visitors to step into all the worlds habitats, in a single day. Once inside you’ll be surrounded by the sights, sounds and even smells as you explore the countless indoor exhibits. Your journey will take you along more than a mile of twisting trails through the world’s most diverse habitats and ecosystems. This is the next best thing to visiting the worlds most exotic locations.

The countless wildlife galleries bring visitors face to face with some of the most spectacular creatures to ever roam the Earth.

The King of Bucks exhibit has the largest collection of white-tailed deer in the world! If you have deer hunters in your group they won’t want to miss this impressive attraction.

The average visit lasts between 3 and 5 hours, so you won’t run out of things to see.

In a world increasingly disconnected from the great outdoors, it’s more important than ever for people of all ages to connect with nature through fishing, hunting and outdoor recreation to ensure we can protect wildlife for generations to come. Wonders of Wildlife shares this passion with visitors through an authentic, educational and fun celebration of wildlife conservation.

Tours take place seven days a week and are as much educational, as they are entertaining. Wonders of the Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is located at 500 W Sunshine St., Springfield Missouri. For more information visit their website by clicking here.

This 10,000 Acre Paradise Has More Than 30 Different Waterfalls!

September 24, 2020 / marklongmainstream

Dogwood Canyon has been described as an outdoor wonderland just waiting to be explored. This Midwestern paradise is spread out on more then 10,000 acres of ruggedly beautiful terrain. The park has more than 30 waterfalls, 2 lakes, and a beautiful meandering stream, that winds its way through the canyon. Dogwood Canyon is located at 2038 West State Hwy 86 Lampe, Missouri. For more information, click here.

The 6.5 mile paved walking trail guides you past gorgeous limestone bluffs and tumbling waterfalls! Beautiful rainbow trout swim in clear spring-fed waters, easily visible as you pass by. Native Ozark wildlife can be seen throughout the wilderness park as you walk or hike on the many trails available.

There are currently several different ways to explore Dogwood Canyon: Hiking, Horseback riding, Segway Tours, Tram Tours, by Bicycle or by private tour.

A trip to Dogwood Canyon is as much educational as it is adventurous. On the tram tour guests will learn the unique history of the land from knowledgeable guides. There are also fly fishing programs, and the education center is a great place to learn about the beauty of the Ozarks.

While the area is surrounded with breathtaking natural beauty. Some of the man made attractions are equally appealing. Dogwood Canyon features a gorgeous chapel, a covered bridge of Amish design, and one of the most amazing treehouses you will ever see.

The park is owned and managed by the Dogwood Canyon Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the canyon’s natural plant and wildlife environment.

Don’t Miss: The private tour is an amazing way to view the park. This is a two hour long guided tour, that takes visitors to parts of the park that very few have seen before.

Logistics: 2038 West State Hwy 86 Lampe, Missouri 65681

Best Time: The fall is my favorite time to visit, the canyon is so beautiful with the fall foliage . Plus the cooler temps make being outside more enjoyable.

Pit Stop: After you’ve worked up a mighty appetite, make a beeline for Mill & Canyon Grill Restaurant, open to all guests of the nature preserve, for a delicious meal and spectacular views.

Extended Play: Big Cedar Lodge is located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, and is a wonderful escape to a remote refuge combining the natural beauty of the mountains overlooking Table Rock Lake with contemporary luxury. Conveniently located just 16 miles from the canyon!

Travel Smart: With most outdoor activities, you need comfortable shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. For this trip i also recommend a good camera. There is so much beauty to be found in Dogwood Canyon, you will need a good camera.

For more nearby lodging options, click here. For a list of Missouri’s best parks and locations, click here. For a list of nearby family activities, click here.

For more information visit: http://dogwoodcanyon.org