The Blanchard Mill Ruins from the late 1860s, below the Mirror Lake dam near Blanchard Springs Caverns, is very scenic. It's an easy hike through the forest on an unmaintained path; however, it's no…Full review by Elizabeth i
Sep 12, 2023
I have quite a memory of this place. I visited the old mill with my family in the fall of 1958. At that time, the roof was still on the building and it still had a wooden floor. We looked for fish ba…Full review by Gregory M
Oct 9, 2020
Interesting history; pleasant stop on the trail along Mirror Lake. Not much to it, so it doesn't require an investment of much time. If you're already in the area for the spring, cavern, or day-use a…Full review by Kates9999
I want to take my gma to the mirror lake area, how is the walk there? is it long or stressful?
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My husband has difficulty walking as he has stenosis of the spine and he had no trouble with this walk. We found the walk very relaxing and were able to stop and rest as needed. If …
My husband has difficulty walking as he has stenosis of the spine and he had no trouble with this walk. We found the walk very relaxing and were able to stop and rest as needed. If I remember correctly there were benches in a few places where he could sit down. The walk did not seem long to us, but it might seem long to someone who is very feeble.
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