If you want to have some laid back road time and slow-paced exploration, you’ve come to the right place. You’re not going to find a more scenic drive or more picturesque, slow-paced small towns anywhere else – these are all Natural State originals. Visiting these nine Arkansas gems is going to take about nine and a half hours of drive time, but I want to reassure you that the roads you’ll be taking are incredibly scenic, so not a single minute of that car time is going to waste. This road trip is about taking it slow and enjoying the view, so pack your bags and let’s get on the road, there are nine adorable small towns just waiting to charm us.

For a complete itinerary, click here.

Please note, Blanchard Springs Caverns is temporarily closed.

If you’re interested in towns with tons of history, check out these little guys.

If long, relaxing drives are your thing, you’re going to love this one.

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