The Remote Arkansas Valley That’s A Nature Lover’s Dream

Arkansas has a lot of mountains; parts of two ranges wander through the western, northern, and central parts of the state. What we sometimes forget are the fantastic, dreamlike valleys in between all those stunning mountains. One of those incredibly scenic valleys is Boxley Valley, and it’s a nature lover’s paradise that you won’t want to miss.

To find Boxley Valley, use this map.

Boxley Valley is in the Buffalo National River region, one of the most incredible regions in the Natural State.

You can't get to Hawksbill Crag without passing through the area.

Natural beauty is all around you in this valley.

If you’re really lucky (and quiet) you may spot some elk.

There’s nothing quite like the play of light on the Mill Pond.

There are people who are lucky enough to live there...

...and their homes and farms make the valley even more idyllic.

The Boxley Valley Historic District is a great place to explore, with several abandoned buildings...

...like the Jim Villines home, for example.

Fall is the perfect time to visit.

Is there any place in the world more idyllic than Boxley Valley?

No, there isn’t.

For a little town that will make your nature-loving heart happy, click here. To have the best time a nature lover can find in the Natural State, try this road trip.