Timbo, AR
· Local history
Timbo, Arkansas, nestled in the Ozark Mountains, owes its unique character to its specific location and a bit of historical accident. Unlike other towns in the flatter Delta region of Arkansas, Timbo sits amidst steep…
West Richwoods, AR
· 8.7 mi
West Richwoods, Arkansas, sits nestled in the Ozark foothills, a place that might seem like any other quiet corner of the state. But scratch the surface, and you’ll find a surprising number of notable figures who once…
Blanchard Springs Caverns
· 9.9 mi · Historical Marker
A living cave system in the Ozark National Forest, considered one of the most beautiful show caves in America, with an underground river and massive flowstone formations.
Mirror Lake Historic District
· 10.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This man-made lake was created by the Civilian Conservation Corps, offering jobs during the Great Depression. In 1940, a CCC crew dammed the creek flowing from Blanchard Spring, creating Mirror Lake. The CCC,…
Ozark Folk Center State Park
· 11.4 mi · Historical Marker
The only state park in America dedicated to preserving Ozark folk culture, featuring live traditional music, craft demonstrations, and heritage skills in Mountain View, the Folk Music Capital of the World.
Sugarloaf Fire Tower Historic District
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Climb to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain and imagine spotting wildfires from this historic fire tower. In 1937, the Civilian Conservation Corps built this fire tower, along with a residence, outhouse, and storage cellar,…
Ferguson Gas Station
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here! This little sandstone building is more than just a pretty face; it's a survivor from the early days of car travel. Built around 1927 by Zeb Ferguson, this gas station offered weary travelers a place to…
Old Searcy County Jail
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These sturdy stone walls once held the fate of justice in Searcy County. Built in 1900, the Old Searcy County Jail stood as a stark reminder of the consequences of breaking the law in the Ozark Mountains. For decades,…
Bates Tourist Court
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine travelers stopping right here along the road in the mid-20th century, seeking rest in these quaint stone cabins. This is the Bates Tourist Court, built around 1935. It offered a place for weary drivers to rest…