Hardy Falls

Highway 309 roadside view of Hardy Falls

Explore the Ozarks labels this a view from the car. Its six-mile figure is driving distance from the Mount Magazine visitor center, not a walk.

Roadside setting on a sharp highway curve. No protected pedestrian path verified. Do not enter the creek or culvert during high water.

Where to start

Explore the Ozarks describes parking just beyond the falls on the right when driving south on Highway 309, about six road miles from the Mount Magazine visitor center. Current space and roadside restrictions unverified; do not obstruct traffic. The city listing confirms the destination, but does not verify safe authorized parking or a protected pedestrian approach on this sharp curve.

Timing & water

Current access and flow unknown; source explicitly warns against entering the creek or culverts in high water.

Before you go

Current fees and reservation requirements unknown.