Crystal River Tourist Camp
Crystal River Tourist Camp, Historic tourist camp in Cave City, Arkansas
The Crystal River Tourist Camp includes eight fieldstone structures constructed with materials from the Ozark Mountains, featuring decorative elements of geodes and quartz.
Built in 1934 by Hubert Clarence Carpenter and stone mason Prince Matlock, the camp operated as a motor lodge during the rise of automobile tourism.
The buildings incorporate Native American artifacts found in Crystal River Cave, including pottery fragments and arrowheads embedded within the stone walls.
Located at 206 North Main Street in Cave City, the site spans 2.2 acres and contains original carports, barbecue pits, and outdoor fireplaces.
Prince Matlock created detailed stone designs in the walls depicting crosses and animals, while embedding geodes purchased from local farmers into the structures.
Location: Arkansas
GPS coordinates: 35.94333,-91.54778
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:58
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