Located in the Ozark Mountains, Mountain View offers a wide range of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, boating, fishing, and swimming. The town is also known for its annual festivals and events which run from early spring to late fall.
Two tours are offered through the Blanchard Springs caverns. The dripstone Trail is a 0.4mi tour through the upper level of the cave. The Discover Trail takes visitors on a 1.2mi. 90 minute tour of the middle level of the cavern. It is more challenging and it is not recommended for people with limited mobility or respiratory problems.
The Ozark Folk Center focuses on the arts and history of the people of the Ozark Mountain region. Craft demonstrations and musical concerts are presented regularly.
Hours:
April 14 to September 30: 10am-5pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Tue
October 1 to October 29: 10am-5pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Tue, Mon
Tips: Combination tickets for the craft center and the musical activities are available.