Laura & Russ’s guidebook
Local Restaurants
NW Arkansas has about everything you could want to eat. Start here or just use Google, Yelp, or Travel Adviser. You'll be surprised what you find.
Served family style with unlimited amounts of everything. Consider making a reservation but they can usually fit you in. Local favorite for years.
23 habitants recommandent
Monte Ne Inn Chicken
13843 AR-94Served family style with unlimited amounts of everything. Consider making a reservation but they can usually fit you in. Local favorite for years.
Old fashioned hamburger and shake joint. No inside sitting area. Walk up and order at the window, eat in your car or on the picnic tables. Prepare to wait 15 minutes for your food, but it's worth it. Located a 10 minute drive from Tucker Landing.
22 habitants recommandent
Susie Q Malt Shop
612 N 2nd StOld fashioned hamburger and shake joint. No inside sitting area. Walk up and order at the window, eat in your car or on the picnic tables. Prepare to wait 15 minutes for your food, but it's worth it. Located a 10 minute drive from Tucker Landing.
Local favorite hangout located at Prairie Creek Marina. Hours are limited to summer only but a great hangout for good food and beer.
13 habitants recommandent
JJ's Grill on the Lake
1 Prairie Creek Marina DrLocal favorite hangout located at Prairie Creek Marina. Hours are limited to summer only but a great hangout for good food and beer.
Located downtown Rogers. This is a local family owned joint that you'll always see locals at socializing and enjoying pizza and a beer.
65 habitants recommandent
The Rail - A Pizza Company
218 South 1st StreetLocated downtown Rogers. This is a local family owned joint that you'll always see locals at socializing and enjoying pizza and a beer.
Onyx Coffee Lab
100 NW 2nd StLocal favorite gathering place for coffee.
Parkside Public
112 S 1st StLocal small business owned unique hamburgers and more.
Local food trucks are parked here. It’s a great spot to check out and have a drink. Visit on Monday for Trivia and Tuesday for Family Feud fun!
16 habitants recommandent
City Pump, Food Trucks & Libations
623 W Walnut StLocal food trucks are parked here. It’s a great spot to check out and have a drink. Visit on Monday for Trivia and Tuesday for Family Feud fun!
Las Palmas
200 W Poplar StRidiculous good margaritas and my hubby’s favorite Mexican food.
Ozark Beer Company
109 N Arkansas StBrick Street Brews
208 W Walnut StWesner's Grill
117 W Chestnut StBreakfast
Levi's Gastrolounge & Bar
224 S 2nd StBentonville City Square
Hiking/Biking/Walking Trails
Today there are 400 miles of well-maintained trails in Northwest Arkansas—250 or so for mountain biking; another 150 in paved paths—with 2 miles of trails added every week. The goal is something for everyone, from thrill-seeking hard-core riders, to newcomers just getting started. NWA is highly rated for our Northwest Arkansas Razorback Greenway trail system that connects over 50 miles of paved concrete trails from Fayetteville to Bella Vista. Ride your bike, take a walk or run - you'll be welcomed by oodles of locals.
The Greenway is a beautiful web of trails, creeks, streams, greenery and the people who use it, spanning 37 miles from Fayetteville to Bella Vista.
You'll also find anything from flowers, deer, painted rocks (or a giant rock man!) and even a four leaf clover or two. There are parks, bike check stations, obstacle courses and workout stations.
This is definitely one of the gems of Northwest Arkansas. Plan to spend awhile and remember to take only memories and leave only footprints behind.
For bikes there are many stops along the trail with a bike "tune up" station. I've used it to pump up my tires with their air pump. The station is free to use. There are also some water fountains and seats as well.
There are numerous stops to make along the entire trail for shopping, restaurants, museums, etc. You can find the trail map online so you can plan your route!
There are also many convenient parking lots to park and hop on the trail. I love how this area is so bike/hike/walk friendly with all the beautiful trails.
119 habitants recommandent
Razorback Greenway
Razorback Regional GreenwayThe Greenway is a beautiful web of trails, creeks, streams, greenery and the people who use it, spanning 37 miles from Fayetteville to Bella Vista.
You'll also find anything from flowers, deer, painted rocks (or a giant rock man!) and even a four leaf clover or two. There are parks, bike check stations, obstacle courses and workout stations.
This is definitely one of the gems of Northwest Arkansas. Plan to spend awhile and remember to take only memories and leave only footprints behind.
For bikes there are many stops along the trail with a bike "tune up" station. I've used it to pump up my tires with their air pump. The station is free to use. There are also some water fountains and seats as well.
There are numerous stops to make along the entire trail for shopping, restaurants, museums, etc. You can find the trail map online so you can plan your route!
There are also many convenient parking lots to park and hop on the trail. I love how this area is so bike/hike/walk friendly with all the beautiful trails.
10 minutes from Tucker Landing. Check out Pigeon Roost, Shaddox Hollow, Hidden Diversity Loop, Historic Van Winkle and Sinking Stream trails. They range from super easy to more challenging and they're all great. It's always nice to go after a rain when the creeks and streams are running.
The park offers a shooting range, hunting (but make sure you follow proper procedures for your hunting license) and camping. The Visitor's Center itself is very nice with clean bathrooms and offers many of guided tours and educational programs on the regular.
128 habitants recommandent
Hobbs State Park visitor center
20201 AR-1210 minutes from Tucker Landing. Check out Pigeon Roost, Shaddox Hollow, Hidden Diversity Loop, Historic Van Winkle and Sinking Stream trails. They range from super easy to more challenging and they're all great. It's always nice to go after a rain when the creeks and streams are running.
The park offers a shooting range, hunting (but make sure you follow proper procedures for your hunting license) and camping. The Visitor's Center itself is very nice with clean bathrooms and offers many of guided tours and educational programs on the regular.
Located only 10 minutes from Tucker Landing in downtown Rogers. Don't miss stopping by here even if you don't ride. They have a fantastic viewing perch that will leave you amazing at watching the riders.
The railyard is a playground for bikes and people of all ages! There is also a walking trail that is great for walking your dog... or yourself! There is a doggie station, drinking fountains, off road bike trails, large parking lot, picnic tables, covered table area, bathrooms, trail systems, and lots of walking trails. All levels of riders can enjoy themselves here and have fun. There are lights too for night riding. There is also a paved trail you can take to Lake Atalanta and other trails connecting to Pleasant Ridge Trails.
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The Railyard Bike And Dog Park
299 E Cherry StLocated only 10 minutes from Tucker Landing in downtown Rogers. Don't miss stopping by here even if you don't ride. They have a fantastic viewing perch that will leave you amazing at watching the riders.
The railyard is a playground for bikes and people of all ages! There is also a walking trail that is great for walking your dog... or yourself! There is a doggie station, drinking fountains, off road bike trails, large parking lot, picnic tables, covered table area, bathrooms, trail systems, and lots of walking trails. All levels of riders can enjoy themselves here and have fun. There are lights too for night riding. There is also a paved trail you can take to Lake Atalanta and other trails connecting to Pleasant Ridge Trails.
An Arkansas icon, this special place nestled in Lee Creek Valley was selected as a state park site in the 1930's. The Civilian Conservation Corps used native materials to build the park’s rustic-style wood and stone structures that mirror the surrounding natural beauty. It now stands as one of the most intact CCC sites in the U.S., with a legacy you can see in its trails and buildings like its original cabins. Some of the park’s unique characteristics are rock formations and caverns. An impressive rock dam spans Lee Creek forming Lake Devil, an 8-acre lake for fishing and boating with canoes and pedal boats for rent. The park’s hiking, backpacking, mountain bike, and horseback riding trails lead to the surrounding Ozark National Forest.
Devil’s Den includes 17 cabins with kitchens and fireplaces and 6 camper cabins. The park also offers 135 campsites (44 Class AAA, 4 Class B, 13 Class C, 24 Class D [no hookups], eight hike-in [tent only], and 42 sites with hookups in the horse camp that includes a bathhouse and access to the horse trails). The park’s cafe is open seasonally. The pool is open in summer only. Also on-site is a group camp, standard pavilion, playground, store, and meeting room.
Join park interpreters on hikes along trails including the 15-mile Butterfield Hiking Trail and for a variety of programs and special events year-round, like the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival held annually in the spring.
78 habitants recommandent
Centre d'accueil du parc d'État Devil's Den
120812 W Devils Den RdAn Arkansas icon, this special place nestled in Lee Creek Valley was selected as a state park site in the 1930's. The Civilian Conservation Corps used native materials to build the park’s rustic-style wood and stone structures that mirror the surrounding natural beauty. It now stands as one of the most intact CCC sites in the U.S., with a legacy you can see in its trails and buildings like its original cabins. Some of the park’s unique characteristics are rock formations and caverns. An impressive rock dam spans Lee Creek forming Lake Devil, an 8-acre lake for fishing and boating with canoes and pedal boats for rent. The park’s hiking, backpacking, mountain bike, and horseback riding trails lead to the surrounding Ozark National Forest.
Devil’s Den includes 17 cabins with kitchens and fireplaces and 6 camper cabins. The park also offers 135 campsites (44 Class AAA, 4 Class B, 13 Class C, 24 Class D [no hookups], eight hike-in [tent only], and 42 sites with hookups in the horse camp that includes a bathhouse and access to the horse trails). The park’s cafe is open seasonally. The pool is open in summer only. Also on-site is a group camp, standard pavilion, playground, store, and meeting room.
Join park interpreters on hikes along trails including the 15-mile Butterfield Hiking Trail and for a variety of programs and special events year-round, like the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival held annually in the spring.
Museums and points of Interest of NW Arkansas
Don't miss stopping by one of the best places to visit in the world, not just the US, but the world according to Travel Magazine. The statistics are overwhelming on this area.
30 minutes from Tucker Landing and FREE....
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art welcomes all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of landscape. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting,exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate our heritage and artistic possibilities. The Museum takes its name from a nearby natural spring and the bridge construction incorporated in the building, designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie. A series of pavilions nestled around two spring-fed ponds house galleries, meeting and classroom spaces, and a large glass-enclosed gathering hall. Guest amenities include a restaurant on a glass-enclosed bridge overlooking the ponds, a Museum store designed by architect Marlon Blackwell, and a library featuring more than 50,000 volumes of art reference material. Sculpture and walking trails link the Museum's 120-acre park to downtown Bentonville, Arkansas.
708 habitants recommandent
Musée d'art américain Crystal Bridges
600 Museum Way30 minutes from Tucker Landing and FREE....
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art welcomes all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of landscape. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting,exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate our heritage and artistic possibilities. The Museum takes its name from a nearby natural spring and the bridge construction incorporated in the building, designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie. A series of pavilions nestled around two spring-fed ponds house galleries, meeting and classroom spaces, and a large glass-enclosed gathering hall. Guest amenities include a restaurant on a glass-enclosed bridge overlooking the ponds, a Museum store designed by architect Marlon Blackwell, and a library featuring more than 50,000 volumes of art reference material. Sculpture and walking trails link the Museum's 120-acre park to downtown Bentonville, Arkansas.
Interactive, hands-on experiences with science, technology, engineering, art and math are found at the Scott Family Amazeum.
The Scott Family Amazeum grew from the need for an interactive, educational, children's museum in Northwest Arkansas. After years of planning and collaboration among dedicated people in the region, the Amazeum opened its doors on July 15, 2015. The Amazeum is home to a Tinkering Studio, Hershey's Lab, Nickelodeon PlayLab, General Mills Lift, Load & Haul, The Market Sponsored by Walmart, Energizer Weather 7 Nature, 3M Tinkering Hub, and Cave & Canopy Climber.
237 habitants recommandent
Scott Family Amazeum
1009 Museum WayInteractive, hands-on experiences with science, technology, engineering, art and math are found at the Scott Family Amazeum.
The Scott Family Amazeum grew from the need for an interactive, educational, children's museum in Northwest Arkansas. After years of planning and collaboration among dedicated people in the region, the Amazeum opened its doors on July 15, 2015. The Amazeum is home to a Tinkering Studio, Hershey's Lab, Nickelodeon PlayLab, General Mills Lift, Load & Haul, The Market Sponsored by Walmart, Energizer Weather 7 Nature, 3M Tinkering Hub, and Cave & Canopy Climber.
Since 1960, Daisy’s corporate offices in Rogers, Arkansas, have housed an impressive airgun collection. In 1999, the company decided to utilize that collection to create a first class and entertaining museum which would serve as a tourism attraction for our city. In March, 2000, the refurbished, expanded museum opened its doors.
Today, the museum resides in the brick-paved historic sector of downtown Rogers in a building which, itself, dates to 1896. It attracts over 1700 visitors a year from almost every state in the continental U.S and several foreign countries. Gun and history enthusiasts come to see the collection of antique airguns dating to the 1600s.
Daisy collectors come to walk through a chronological presentation of Daisy history, view old packaging and advertising. Baby boomers come to see an example of the first Daisy made and to see and talk about the one they had as a youngster. Shoppers come to see the complete line of current Daisy products and take something home from the gift shop. And they all come to see the unique collectibles which are exclusively available through the Daisy Airgun Museum.
37 habitants recommandent
Daisy Airgun Museum
202 W Walnut StSince 1960, Daisy’s corporate offices in Rogers, Arkansas, have housed an impressive airgun collection. In 1999, the company decided to utilize that collection to create a first class and entertaining museum which would serve as a tourism attraction for our city. In March, 2000, the refurbished, expanded museum opened its doors.
Today, the museum resides in the brick-paved historic sector of downtown Rogers in a building which, itself, dates to 1896. It attracts over 1700 visitors a year from almost every state in the continental U.S and several foreign countries. Gun and history enthusiasts come to see the collection of antique airguns dating to the 1600s.
Daisy collectors come to walk through a chronological presentation of Daisy history, view old packaging and advertising. Baby boomers come to see an example of the first Daisy made and to see and talk about the one they had as a youngster. Shoppers come to see the complete line of current Daisy products and take something home from the gift shop. And they all come to see the unique collectibles which are exclusively available through the Daisy Airgun Museum.
Located in Bentonville, Arkansas - 30 minutes form Tucker Landing
Established in 1875. The Peel Mansion and Historic Gardens in Bentonvile serve as a living display of that period for those touring the mansion and gardens as well as those who rent the 1875 mansion to create personal memories of their own.
The Peel Mansion and Historic Gardens were built in 1875 by Colonel Samuel West Peel. Much care was taken in erecting this magnificent house, a wonderful example of the Italianate Villa Style.
The interior of the house was furnished with authentic antiquities and artifacts of the era, generously loaned by the Historic Arkansas Museum and the Old State House.
33 habitants recommandent
The Peel Mansion Museum & Heritage Gardens
400 S Walton BlvdLocated in Bentonville, Arkansas - 30 minutes form Tucker Landing
Established in 1875. The Peel Mansion and Historic Gardens in Bentonvile serve as a living display of that period for those touring the mansion and gardens as well as those who rent the 1875 mansion to create personal memories of their own.
The Peel Mansion and Historic Gardens were built in 1875 by Colonel Samuel West Peel. Much care was taken in erecting this magnificent house, a wonderful example of the Italianate Villa Style.
The interior of the house was furnished with authentic antiquities and artifacts of the era, generously loaned by the Historic Arkansas Museum and the Old State House.
Located in Bentonville, Arkansas - home of Wal-Mart Corporate offices and Walton 5&10 Museum and store.
In 1950, the Walton family – Sam and Helen, sons, Rob, John, and Jim, and daughter Alice – moved to Bentonville in northwest Arkansas from the eastern side of the state. According to Sam, the town was small enough to satisfy Helen’s need for small-town living. According to Helen, it situated the family within a short driving distance of Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas – where Sam could enjoy different seasons on the calendar to satisfy his passion for quail hunting.
Moving to Bentonville allowed Sam to purchase Luther Harrison’s Variety Store on the town’s central square. It was Sam’s second store, but the first to bear the Walton name. A Ben Franklin five-and-dime franchise, it was right next door to a space occupied by a barber shop – space that Sam acquired in 1951. Sam followed this expansion into the space next door with a remodeling sale that established Walton’s 5&10 as the huge success Sam knew it could be.
Today, visitors to The Walmart Museum can see the original tin ceiling tiles from Harrison’s Variety Store as well as the original red and green tiles that Sam laid down prior to the famous remodeling sale. If you look closely, you can see that the red and greens don’t all exactly match. Sam, you see, had been offered a better price on the batch of tiles if he accepted them “as is”. Sam knew that his customers wouldn’t be looking at his floor – or even care – as long as his prices were low and his shelves were well-stocked. Sam was a frugal man, but not just for the sake of frugality. He knew that saving money on expenses meant he could charge lower prices, saving his customers money so they could live better.
33 habitants recommandent
Walton's 5 & 10
105 N Main StLocated in Bentonville, Arkansas - home of Wal-Mart Corporate offices and Walton 5&10 Museum and store.
In 1950, the Walton family – Sam and Helen, sons, Rob, John, and Jim, and daughter Alice – moved to Bentonville in northwest Arkansas from the eastern side of the state. According to Sam, the town was small enough to satisfy Helen’s need for small-town living. According to Helen, it situated the family within a short driving distance of Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas – where Sam could enjoy different seasons on the calendar to satisfy his passion for quail hunting.
Moving to Bentonville allowed Sam to purchase Luther Harrison’s Variety Store on the town’s central square. It was Sam’s second store, but the first to bear the Walton name. A Ben Franklin five-and-dime franchise, it was right next door to a space occupied by a barber shop – space that Sam acquired in 1951. Sam followed this expansion into the space next door with a remodeling sale that established Walton’s 5&10 as the huge success Sam knew it could be.
Today, visitors to The Walmart Museum can see the original tin ceiling tiles from Harrison’s Variety Store as well as the original red and green tiles that Sam laid down prior to the famous remodeling sale. If you look closely, you can see that the red and greens don’t all exactly match. Sam, you see, had been offered a better price on the batch of tiles if he accepted them “as is”. Sam knew that his customers wouldn’t be looking at his floor – or even care – as long as his prices were low and his shelves were well-stocked. Sam was a frugal man, but not just for the sake of frugality. He knew that saving money on expenses meant he could charge lower prices, saving his customers money so they could live better.
Welcome to Northwest Arkansas! You’ve arrived in a place unlike any other. Artsy, historic, hip and vibrant, the region offers unparalleled access to Mother Nature, travel-worthy arts and culture, a booming culinary and craft brew scene, the largest outdoor music venue in the state, and miles upon miles of internationally ranked cycling trails. We are the perfect blend of urban sophistication and small-town charm. From the world-class Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, to our picturesque historic downtowns and the breathtaking beauty of the Ozark Mountains and so much more, this area is truly hard to beat.
With four counties, 10 diverse cities, and hundreds of attractions in between, this is one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the U.S. In the last few years alone, NWA has been recognized among the coolest, hippest, most underrated and best places to live and visit. So, what are you waiting for? Explore our cities and come indulge in a serious case of wanderlust!
https://northwestarkansas.org/
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR-MO
Welcome to Northwest Arkansas! You’ve arrived in a place unlike any other. Artsy, historic, hip and vibrant, the region offers unparalleled access to Mother Nature, travel-worthy arts and culture, a booming culinary and craft brew scene, the largest outdoor music venue in the state, and miles upon miles of internationally ranked cycling trails. We are the perfect blend of urban sophistication and small-town charm. From the world-class Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, to our picturesque historic downtowns and the breathtaking beauty of the Ozark Mountains and so much more, this area is truly hard to beat.
With four counties, 10 diverse cities, and hundreds of attractions in between, this is one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the U.S. In the last few years alone, NWA has been recognized among the coolest, hippest, most underrated and best places to live and visit. So, what are you waiting for? Explore our cities and come indulge in a serious case of wanderlust!
https://northwestarkansas.org/
https://www.bgozarks.org/
Learn. Play. Grow.
The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is a captivating destination in Northwest Arkansas that draws more than 80,000 visitors a year. The Garden is a collection of twelve themed gardens and includes the region’s only butterfly house. We are a member-supported public garden dedicated to education and environmental awareness and serve as a community destination for unique nature experiences.
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Botanical Garden Of The Ozarks
Botanical Garden Of The Ozarkshttps://www.bgozarks.org/
Learn. Play. Grow.
The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is a captivating destination in Northwest Arkansas that draws more than 80,000 visitors a year. The Garden is a collection of twelve themed gardens and includes the region’s only butterfly house. We are a member-supported public garden dedicated to education and environmental awareness and serve as a community destination for unique nature experiences.
Grocery and Liquor Stores
Lefty's Liquor
14199 AR-12This is the closest liquor store to our house. Great service and local owner.
Closest place to pick up items you may forgot such as sunscreen, floats, or simple necessities.
Dollar General
14161 E Hwy 12Closest place to pick up items you may forgot such as sunscreen, floats, or simple necessities.
Walmart Neighborhood Market
808 W Walnut StClosest grocery store and Walmart
Marina
Closest marina to the house. Gas, ice, bait, minnows, and worms.
6 habitants recommandent
Horseshoe Bend Marina
16168 AR-94Closest marina to the house. Gas, ice, bait, minnows, and worms.
Boat rental, gas, live bait and host of JJ’s Grill and Chill at Prairie Creek.
27 habitants recommandent
Prairie Creek Marina
1 Prairie Creek Marina DrBoat rental, gas, live bait and host of JJ’s Grill and Chill at Prairie Creek.
Neighborhoods
Eureka Springs Farmers' Market
44 KingshighwayBentonville City Square
Colleges
University of Arkansas
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