The Round Top Mountain area of Jasper, Arkansas in Newton County is one of the true scenic wonders of the United States. Sporting families planning a getaway will enjoy the brisk, clean mountain air and a landscape replete with lovely foliage, hiking trails, caverns, rock formations, camping facilities and wildlife.
There are many tourist attractions in the Jasper area. Nature lovers will enjoy Beckham Creek Cave and Mystic Caverns. Emma's Museum of Junk is a popular destination for visitors. Children can learn about local wildlife at the Hilary Jones Wildlife Museum at the Elk Information Center. The Arkansas House Gallery exhibits many fine examples of American frontier art.
The Round Top area in Jasper is an excellent place for families to engage in outdoor activities together. They can go fly-fishing for bass and trout in the Buffalo National River or go canoeing and kayaking. Those interested in more adventurous fare can try rock climbing or go spelunking in one of the many caverns in the region. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch offers horseback riding. The Ozark National Forest has many natural trails open for hiking and biking. Golfing families can try the links at nearby Harrison County Golf Club or Oak Ridge Country Club.
Families will enjoy the unique rustic lodges in Jasper. Beckham Creek Cave Lodge is an exotic resort built into the mouth of a cave. Located just a few minutes from the Ozark National Forest in downtown Jasper, near Little Buffalo River, The Arkansas House Inn is conveniently located for easy access to all Jasper has to offer. Families looking for more secluded accommodations might consider staying at Cave Creek Cabin or Lager Cabin. Cave Creek Cabin is nestled on 125 acres adjacent to the Gene Rush Wildlife Management Area on the Buffalo National River. It includes a family room and children's bedroom with bunk beds. Lager Cabin is located deep in the woods of the Ozark Mountains four miles outside of Jasper. The cabin is close to Round Top and several noted hiking trails including Ozarks Highland Trail and Lost Valley Center Point Trail.
Jasper boasts a number of restaurants offering fine, fresh local cuisine. The Boardwalk Café at the Arkansas House is an organic restaurant famous for its buffalo and elk steak dinners. The Ozark Café has been in business since 1909. It is noted for its big country breakfasts, tasty cheeseburgers and fried chicken. The Cliff House Inn Restaurant overlooks the Arkansas Grand Canyon. This restaurant is known for its fresh fried catfish recipe and its pies, which are baked fresh daily.
