Fernwood Seep Natural Area
| County |
Polk |
| Division |
Ouachita Mountains |
| Acres |
9.59 |
| Year Added |
2002 |
Fernwood Seep Natural Area consists of a complex of Ouachita Mountain wooded acid seeps, with a spring-fed stream and upland pine-oak/hickory forests. Wooded acid seeps are rapidly disappearing from the southeastern Ouachita Mountains and this site is the only example protected by the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission.
Directions
From Wickes travel north on U.S. Highway 71 approximately 3 miles to County Road 14. Turn left (west) on County Road 14 and travel 1 mile. The natural area is north of the road.
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Hunting
Hunting is prohibited on this natural area.
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Last updated on 1/16/2008.