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Ozark National Scenic Riverways Canoes with rocky bluff in background
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welch hospital

The ruin of Welch Hospital sits over the opening to Welch Cave. It was thought that cool cave air would benefit "consumption" patients. It didn't work and Dr Diehl's hospital soon went under.

There is so much to explore in and around the Ozark National Scenic Riverways! There are springs, caves, mills, even a waterfall. These pages will give you some idea of what awaits you, but the best thing to do is just get out there and explore. Who knows what you'll discover?

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Visitor enjoying the solitude of Blue Spring.
Bill O'Donnell
A visitor enjoying the solitude and beauty of Blue Spring.

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Ozark hellbender

Did You Know?
The Ozark hellbender is one of two species of hellbender, a giant salamander, in the United States. Ozark National Scenic Riverways is one of the few places on earth home to the Ozark species. More at www.nps.gov/ozar
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