Best Arkansas Destinations
We’re looking for people’s favorite destinations in Arkansas. At the end of December we’ll review the blog results and do a feature on that destination. Just respond to this blog entry with your suggestions. Feel free to list either the destination or the destination and why you like it. I’ll start - My favorite is Marble Falls. I like to stay at the Hub, and there is easy access to Jasper and Harrison, both of which are biker-friendly communities. Plus the riding is amazing.
December 3rd, 2007 at 5:15 am
Simply because there are some other more known destinations that receive attention I will mention two they may be off the radar.
1. Hot Springs - the ride in is great from any direction and once there just pick a compass point and go. I like west of town toward Glenwood, Pearcy, or Mt. Ida and all the miles of paved roads connecting these areas.
2. Old Washington State Park - the park itself is a neat place to visit and the surrounding country side is beautiful. The roads and highways are in good shape and it is (shamefully) one the most litter free areas in Arkansas. It would be a good day ride round-trip from central Arkansas.
There are others, but I think these two deserve mention.
jeff
December 10th, 2007 at 6:10 am
There are many great destinations in the state but the one I enjoy is going to Mt. Magazine from Perryville. There is a small group of us that ride together and we ride to Mt. Magazine from different roads to take in the sights and visit different towns along the way. We make a day out of this and you don’t have the worries about a lot of traffic.
December 10th, 2007 at 1:39 pm
One of my favorite destinations in Arkansas is Mt Judea in Newton County. There’s one highway coming in and out of Mt Judea and its Hwy 123 in either direction. The twisties on this road are outstanding either coming from Jasper or coming from Lurton in the south. Possibly the best part about arriving at Mt Judea is the Eagle Rock Cafe that serves up a delicious lunch menu for around $5.
January 18th, 2008 at 1:57 am
A couple of favorites come to mind out of dozens I never tire of revisiting.
For dual-sporting, I enjoy riding in the Ouachita National Forest. There are miles of forest roads near Lake Winona that can be accessed from either Highway 7 or Highway 9. Some really nice vistas that few have the opportunity to visit.
Another enjoyable destination would be the second highest peak in Arkansas at Queen Wilhelmina State Park west of Mena. A good buffet at the lodge and if you feel “froggy”, you can run the 50 plus sweeping miles of the Talimena Scenic Drive into Oklahoma. Unforgettable views.
January 26th, 2008 at 4:25 am
Mena get my vote. We head up there any chance we get. A good meal at the lodge, great hiking and photo opportunities around every curve. I can’t wait until you ask about other states!
Ellie : }