Few People Know This Charming Small Town In Arkansas Is The Halfway Point On The Scenic 7 Byway
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published March 18, 2022
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
Arkansas has got lots of charming small towns. Most, though, are pretty remote and not conveniently located. However, that’s not always the case. Take Morrilton, for example. As the halfway point of Arkansas’ first scenic byway, it’s an easily accessible detour and a great day trip destination.
Scenic Highway 7 is about 290 miles in length, spanning from Arkadelphia to Harrison, with lots of scenic sights in between.
Arkansas’ first scenic byway, Scenic Highway 7 showcases the state’s diverse beauty. The route begins in the coastal plain region of southern Arkansas, meanders past the Ouachita Mountains and through the Arkansas River valley, before traversing the Ozark Mountains.
Running nearly the entire length of the state, Scenic Highway 7 passes through lots of charming towns, including Morrilton, which is roughly the byway’s midway mark.
The small town is home to a couple of museums, including the Depot Museum and The Museum of Automobiles.
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Aside from permanent fixtures and attractions, Morrilton is the site of some great annual events, such as Bargains Galore on 64, a 160-mile yard sale that takes place every August.
From its scenic locale to its abundance of sites and attractions, Morrilton really is a small city with NO limits! For more info on this charming town, check out the City of Morrilton website. And make sure to like the City of Morrilton Facebook page, so you can stay up-to-date on town happenings. To learn more about the Scenic 7 Byway, check out the Arkansas DOT website.
Scenic 7 Byway is just one of the scenic routes in Arkansas. There are actually quite a few more, including these beautiful backroads.
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