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Arkansas Scenic Drives

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Scenic drives to consider in Arkansas are listed below. Click on any scenic byway or backway listed below for complete information.

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17 scenic drive Results

  • 6-7 hours
  • 290 miles (466 km)

"Scenic 7," Arkansas State Highway 7, runs from the Louisiana State line near El Dorado, Arkansas to Diamond City, Arkansas near the Missouri State Line. Enjoy distinctive mountain scenery and outstanding fall colors while traveling through the Ouachita and Ozark Mountains. Numerous recreation areas...

  • 45 minutes
  • 24 miles (38 km)

Dissecting 24 miles of the Mark Twain National Forest, the Blue Buck Knob Scenic Byway cuts through wooded lands arrayed with oak and pine. The dense woodlands and streams dotting the landscape perfectly characterize Missouri's Ozark hill country. The forest's arresting views, cozy streams, and de...

  • 5.5 hours to drive the Byway
  • 212 miles (341 km)

As you drive along Crowley's Ridge Parkway, take in the dramatic landscape and rich history of this portion of the South. From fresh fruit and vegetables from the stands along the roadside, remains of an ancient inland sea, or historic and cultural spots, the Parkway offers much to see and do. Lake...

  • 45 minutes
  • 24 miles (38 km)

Stretching 23 miles over Missouri's Ozark hill country, the Glade Top Trail weaves along narrow ridge tops above a rolling countryside. The byway's rustic characteristics, delightful scenery, and unhurried pace provide welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of interstate and primary highway trav...

  • Six days to drive or ten days to enjoy the entire Byway.
  • 2069 miles (3329 km)

In sheer size and importance, the Mississippi River has few equals. Hundreds of years ago, Native Americans used it for trade and travel, with the Hopewell Indian culture becoming the most advanced society in early North America. The French sent trappers down its banks after coveted beaver fur. F...

A journey along the Great River Road opens the door toMississippi's history. Often referred to as "Blues Alley,"Hwy. 61 takes you south from Memphis into the Mississippi Delta.Here, centuries of Mississippi River floods have created some ofthe world's richest farmland. Depending on the time of theye...

  • 5 to 6 hours depending on traffic in St. Louis.
  • 214.8 miles (345 km)

The mighty Mississippi was the lifeblood of many Missouri townsfor over a century. The Missouri Great River Road is a route withstories to tell and a history to preserve. Civil War History andthe movement west are just two of the great American stories thatthe byway has to tell.The man who character...

  • Five hours to drive the byway.
  • 250 miles (402 km)

Make your way down the Mississippi Delta Great River Road throughDelta lands shaped by the force of reoccurring Mississippi River floodsover thousands of years. The Mississippi Delta Great River Road Bywayspans for 250 miles with lots of fun and unique places to stop alongthe way. The Mississippi De...

  • Take 1-2 hours to fully enjoy this byway.
  • 24.9 miles (40 km)

Travel to the highest point in Arkansas along the Mt. Magazine Scenic Byway. This winding mountain drive with its sharp curves and hairpin switchbacks will impart you with spectacular views of timber covered mountains, rugged rock bluffs and placid lakes.Mt. Magazine shares a long history of mountai...

  • Allow 3 hours to take advantage of all this byway offers.
  • 22 miles (35 km)

The Mountain Gateway Scenic Drive is in southeast Oklahoma. It follows U.S. Highway 59/ 270 for 22 miles between Heavener, Oklahoma and the Arkansas state line. This state highway is a two-lane paved road with some steep grades and sharp curves. All types of vehicles can safely drive the byway. Temp...

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