Cabins, moonshine, and an enormous sandstone arch…if that isn’t a combination worth exploring, I don’t know what is. At the Natural Bridge of Arkansas, you’re going to find more than just an enormous natural bridge. From a moonshiner’s cabin to an impressive geological wonder, this natural wonder in Arkansas is a roadside attraction unlike any other.

You'll start off at this natural wonder in Arkansas by entering through a log cabin that was built in 1871.
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Right off the bat, you’ll notice that this roadside attraction in Arkansas is super neat. In fact, even the fireplace is charming.
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You’re going to experience the natural bridge by walking down a lovely trail. There’s a second 19th-century cabin fairly close to the first.
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The second cabin looks like what it used to be—a former haven for moonshiners.
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There’s even a wagon from the era along the trail.
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You’ll have a ball exploring the natural beauty on the hike that will lead you to the Natural Bridge of Arkansas.
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This roadside attraction in Arkansas is an incredible wonder of geology, and you can see that from a distance.
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At 120 feet long and 12 feet off the ground, the solid sandstone bridge is unlike most other natural bridges, making it a true natural wonder in Arkansas.
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Most natural bridges are arch bridges, but the Natural Bridge of Arkansas is a compression bridge, buttressed by two enormous stones at either end.
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There is an admission fee to see this attraction, but this roadside attraction in Arkansas is well worth it.
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The trails are gorgeous, the cabins are cool, and the natural bridge is absolutely stunning.
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Head to the website for the Natural Bridge of Arkansas for the most up-to-date information about visiting.

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Does Arkansas have any natural wonders?

Aside from the Natural Bridge of Arkansas, there are several other natural wonders in Arkansas: 

  • Hawksbill Crag/Whitaker Point: This natural wonder is located in Kingston. Take the three-mile roundtrip hike for views of the valley and Whitaker Creek.
  • Crater of Diamonds: This 911-acre park in Murfreesboro is truly one-of-a-kind. Here, you can hunt for real diamonds over a 37-acre field. It is one of the only places on the planet where you can do this.
  • Blanchard Springs Cavern: This cave is located in the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest in Fifty-Six. You can take several different walking tours with varying levels of difficulty of the cavern system.

What are the most beautiful hikes in Arkansas?

Be sure to check out the outdoor beauty here through some of the most beautiful hikes in Arkansas:

  • Pinnacle Mountain West Summit Trail: This 1.5-mile trail is located in the 2,356-acre Pinnacle Mountain State Park in Little Rock. It’s a moderate trail that will reward you with views of West Little Rock, Lake Maumelle, and the Ouachita Mountains.
  • Mount Nebo Rim Trail: Located in Dardanelle’s Mount Nebo State Park, this is a moderate three-mile trail. Views include waterfalls, the Arkansas River Valley, and Lake Dardanelle.
  • Indian Rockhouse Trail: Located in Yellville’s Buffalo National River, this is a 3.5-mile moderate trail. There is much to see along the way, including a waterfall, zinc mine, and caves.

 

What are the oldest attractions in Arkansas? 

Founded in 1836, there is a lot of history in the Natural State. Check out some of the oldest attractions in Arkansas: 

  • Bonneville House: Located in Fort Smith, this Early Victorian-style house was built in 1868 for General Benjamin Bonneville. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. Today, it is a venue you can rent.
  • Wiederkehr Wine Cellar: This cellar in Franklin County was built by Johannes Andreas Wiederkehr, an immigrant from Switzerland, by hand in 1880. Today, you can visit the property as it is a Swiss restaurant.
  • Van Buren Historic District: This area is located in Crawford County. It consists of eight blocks of historic buildings. Most of them were built in the early 20th century with the oldest being the Albert Pike School built around 1820.

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