The Arkansas Great River Road National Scenic Byway
Our Arkansas Great River Road is part of a 10-state route, from Lake Itasca in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, along both sides of the Mississippi River. The route is marked by green Pilot’s Wheel signs.
The Arkansas portion follows Delta lands shaped by the awesome power of the river, but the river is hidden behind giant levees and rarely shows itself. Its handiwork is evident, however, in the natural landforms and the rich, alluvial soil that once nurtured only swamps, bayous and bottomland forests. Over time, the river’s fertile gifts have been adapted into the most productive farmland in the world.
The mighty Mississippi River flows transportation, recreation, energy and industry through the heartland of America. Fascinating stops all along the way recall great moments in history.
The history of America evolved along the banks of this mighty stream. From the days of Native Americans, de Soto, Marquette and Joliet, the Civil War, steamboats and Mark Twain, the Mississippi River has played a vital role in the development of the nation.
Treat yourself and your family to an unforgettable view of the Eastern Arkansas segment of this great route. Just follow the green and white pilot wheel highway markers as you travel.
Official Arkansas interpretive centers for the Great River Road are located at the Hampson Archeological Museum State Park in Wilson, the Parkin Archeological State Park in Parkin, in the Delta Cultural Center in Helena-West Helena, the White River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center in St. Charles, Arkansas Post National Monument in Gillett, Lake Chicot State Park at Lake Village, and the Lakeport Plantation near Lake Village.
Driving Directions for the Arkansas Great River Road
Links to Other Segments of the Great River Road
The Great River Road
www.experiencemississippiriver.com
Minnesota Great River Road
www.mnmississippiriver.com
Mississippi River Parkway Commission
www.experiencemississippiriver.com
Wisconsin's Great River Road
www.wigreatriverroad.org
Iowa Great River Road
www.iowagreatriverroad.com
Illinois Great River Road
www.greatriverroad-illinois.org
This site is paid for with a combination of state funds, private regional association funds, and a National Scenic Byway grant.