Arkansas

Explore Arkansas’s rich heritage, from its natural beauty to its cultural landmarks. Discover key facts, travel tips, and highlights of the Natural State.

 

Arkansas, known as the “Natural State,” offers a diverse landscape of mountains, forests, rivers, and hot springs. From the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains to the Mississippi Delta, Arkansas provides a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The state’s numerous parks and recreational areas offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty that defines the region.

The state’s economy is multifaceted, with key industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and retail. Arkansas is home to major corporations such as Walmart, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt, which contribute significantly to the state’s economic landscape. Additionally, the state’s rich cultural heritage is reflected in its music, arts, and culinary traditions, offering a unique blend of Southern charm and innovation.

Arkansas’s history is deeply rooted in its indigenous cultures, Civil War heritage, and civil rights movements. Historic sites, museums, and cultural centers across the state preserve and celebrate this rich history, providing educational and inspirational experiences for visitors and residents alike. Whether you’re exploring the natural wonders or delving into the state’s historical narratives, Arkansas offers a compelling and enriching journey.

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Arkansas Highway 7: Russellville

Arkansas Highway 7: Russellville

Explore Arkansas Highway 7 in Russellville, Arkansas—a short 3.5-mile drive that connects neighborhoods, Arkansas Tech University, and historic downtown along a route rich in community character.

U.S. Route 64: Russellville to Morrilton – Arkansas

U.S. Route 64: Russellville to Morrilton – Arkansas

Take a scenic 26-mile drive along U.S. Route 64 from Russellville to Morrilton, Arkansas. This journey through Pottsville and Atkins highlights the Arkansas River Valley’s agricultural roots, small-town charm, and local roadside legends.

Arkansas Highway 7: Fourche Junction to Russellville

Arkansas Highway 7: Fourche Junction to Russellville

Explore a 24-mile stretch of Arkansas Scenic Highway 7 from Fourche Junction to Russellville. This drive winds through the Ouachita foothills, small towns like Ola and Dardanelle, and across the Arkansas River—delivering a classic Arkansas experience filled with histo…

Arkansas Highway 7: Jessieville to Fourche Junction

Arkansas Highway 7: Jessieville to Fourche Junction

Take a scenic journey through the Ouachita Mountains on Arkansas Highway 7 from Jessieville to Fourche Junction. This 21-mile route winds through the Ouachita National Forest, passing historic stops like the Hollis Country Store and tranquil campsites along the South Fo…

Arkansas Highway 7: Fountain Lake to Jessieville

Arkansas Highway 7: Fountain Lake to Jessieville

Take a scenic drive along Arkansas Highway 7 from Hot Springs to Jessieville, passing through Fountain Lake’s new roundabout, skirting Hot Springs Village, and ending at the historic Iron Springs Park in the Ouachita National Forest.

Arkansas Highway 7: Northbound in Hot Springs

Arkansas Highway 7: Northbound in Hot Springs

Take a drive through the heart of Hot Springs on Arkansas Highway 7 northbound, a scenic 12-mile route that passes Oaklawn Racing, historic Bathhouse Row, and the iconic Arlington Hotel inside Hot Springs National Park.

Arkansas Highway 7: Arkadelphia to Bismarck

Arkansas Highway 7: Arkadelphia to Bismarck

Take a 16-mile journey along Arkansas Highway 7 from Arkadelphia to Bismarck, passing Ouachita Baptist University, DeGray Lake Resort State Park, and the wooded beauty of Caddo Valley.

Arkansas Highway 7: Mt Olive to Arkadelphia

Arkansas Highway 7: Mt Olive to Arkadelphia

Follow Arkansas Highway 7 from Mt. Olive to Arkadelphia on a 14-mile journey through pine woods and rural junctions. See where AR-8 and AR-51 join the route and learn about recent highway realignments near Arkadelphia.

Arkansas Highway 8: Princeton to Mt  Olive

Arkansas Highway 8: Princeton to Mt Olive

Travel 17 quiet miles west on Arkansas Highway 8 from Princeton to Mt. Olive. Discover the pine woods, farmland, and forgotten crossroads of south-central Arkansas in this peaceful rural drive.

Arkansas Highway 46: Leola

Arkansas Highway 46: Leola

Take a scenic 10-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 46 from Jenkins Ferry State Park to Highway 9 near Leola. This peaceful route winds through historical battlegrounds, forests, and rural farmland in southern Grant County, Arkansas.

U.S. Route 70: Hot Springs to Benton – Arkansas

U.S. Route 70: Hot Springs to Benton – Arkansas

Take a drive back in time along the original U.S. Route 70 from Hot Springs to Benton, Arkansas. This 19-mile stretch—now a modern four-lane—was once a scenic, tree-lined two-lane road through the Ouachita foothills. Our video captures this now-lost alignment before…