Sweden Creek Falls Wilderness Adventure With ANHC (TR)
Hike | Registration opens Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:00 AM
Discover one of the Ozarks’ most breathtaking hidden gems on this rugged journey into the Sweden Creek Falls Natural Area. Tucked deep within the Boston Mountains and protected by the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission, this landscape features sweeping glades, towering bluffs, deep gulches, hardwood forests, and one of Arkansas’s most impressive waterfalls. An ANHC representative will join us to share expert insights into the ecology, geology, and natural history of this remarkable area.
This 3.5-mile trek explores two trails, giving hikers vantage points both above and below the 81-foot Sweden Creek Falls. The route includes steep, uneven terrain, creek crossings, and a challenging descent beneath the falls. This hike is recommended only for experienced, physically active hikers with good balance, sturdy footwear, and a hiking pole.
Meeting location and other information will be sent to participants upon registration. Activity level: 3
This option is the Transportation Rate (TR) option.
This program meets in person. Transportation is provided in this selection. Group participants will meet at the designated area and ride a van together to the destination. Meeting details (location & time) will be sent to participants in the program reminder.
Josh Raney
Josh serves as the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. His passion for the outdoors and recreational activities keeps him busy hiking, canoeing, camping, biking and much more. He has been leading OLLI hikes since 2016 and has thoroughly enjoyed time on the trail with the OLLI hikers. One of his favorite activities is seeking out natural waterfalls that spring to life during time of high rainfall and finding overlooks that offer amazing views. Some of his favorite hiking experiences were in Costa Rica, Rocky Mountain National Park and northern Arizona. Josh also enjoys photography and capturing images of nature.