The area has no significant natural permanent water except for the St. Francis River, which touches the area along the southwest corner. Drainages within the area are intermittent, flowing in the times of surplus rainfall. Runoff becomes a torrent in some of the small streams following heavy rains because of the rapid runoff from the steep areas of exposed rock. A few springs exist in the area. The wildlife within the area is typical of the Missouri Ozarks.
Big game consists of white-tailed deer and wild turkey.
Small game animals include squirrels, rabbits, and various other fur bearers. Bird life ranges from large birds such as hawks, owls, turkey vultures, and pileated woodpeckers to the smaller songbirds. The different habitats encourage a variety of birds. Turtles, lizards, and snakes are found throughout the area. Timber rattlers and copperheads are the only poisonous snakes.