Located in the northwest corner of the state, the city of Benton is in Saline County and is close to the neighboring states of Missouri and Kansas. With a population of slightly more than 30,000, it’s technically a city, but its aura is quaint, historical, and much more like small-town America than a big city. …
During my visit to Pine Bluff, a charming city located in central Arkansas, I had the pleasure of exploring its rich historical, cultural, and natural wonders. With its convenient location just south and west of the Arkansas River, Pine Bluff serves as a gateway to some of the state’s most popular attractions. Despite its relatively …
Located in west-central Arkansas on the border with Oklahoma, Van Buren and nearby Fort Smith are easy stops from Interstate 40, which is one of the country’s most traveled east-west routes. With a population of slightly more than 20,000 at the time of the last census, Van Buren stills retains that small town charm that’s …
On my Arkansas journey, I had the opportunity to explore the charming city of Bentonville nestled in the northwest corner of the state. Bentonville is widely recognized as the hometown of the retail giant Wal-Mart, which has its world headquarters located here. As I ventured beyond the city limits, I discovered that the surrounding area …
During my recent visit to Conway, a charming city located in central Arkansas’ Faulkner County, I was struck by its unique characteristics and vibrant atmosphere. One notable aspect that caught my attention was the city’s distinction of having the state’s highest concentration of jobs per capita. This meant that the majority of residents residing within …
Aptly known as the “Natural State,” Arkansas is located in the south-eastern part of the United States of America. Reportedly, 56% of the state is covered in forest, which includes 2.5 million acres of national forest, 50 state parks, 7 national scenic byways, and 3 state scenic byways. Once known as the “Bear State” due …
Arkansas is known as ‘The Natural State’ for good reason. Much of its land area is relatively untouched and is particularly noted for its fascinating geology which includes caverns, sinkholes, towers, and grottos near many of its waterfalls. Ironically, Arkansas is also home to one of the world’s largest corporations: Wal-Mart. With some of the …
‘The Natural State’ is located in the south-eastern region of the US, with the Mississippi River making up for most of its eastern border. Arkansas is generally split into lowlands and highlands, both of which boast their own natural beauty. The Ozarks and the Ouachita Mountains are spread across the northwest part of the state, …
If you find yourself drawn in by nature and America’s vast wildernesses then you’ll surely appreciate the appeal of Arkansas. Any self proclaimed hiker could not resist the call of the Ozarks, the adventurous trails and forest of this region is picturesque beyond compare. There are some wonderful places to live in Arkansas and the …
Mistakenly overlooked by many travelers to the U.S., Arkansas is a state that surprises and delights those who do venture there. Nicknamed “The Natural State”, and with good reason, Arkansas is an outdoor wonderland for those looking to explore. From hiking to white-water rafting, beautiful natural hot springs, and diamond mining fields. Where the stunning beauty …