Most roads north of I40 are all enjoyable. Mt Judea has some tight curves. West central around Mena is nice. Just watch your gas stops, it's pretty easy to go 100 miles between stops. Russellville, Mena, Hot Springs, Harrison, Fayetteville, they're all sizable towns with plenty of hotels.
Mike
Push Mountian Road / 341 between Mountian Home and Mountian Veiw. Pig Trail.
Thank Mike and Steve!! I did contact Monk and he replied to me with some great and thoughtful information. I appreciate your help and I will definitely check out the Butler Maps.
Thanks Again!
Glad I was able to help!!!!Originally Posted by Phatmobile
Retired and riding the Ozarks - Arkansas Ridgerunner
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In St. Louis, I've stayed at the Drury Inn at the Arch a few times. Nice hotel with secure parking. You can walk across to the arch. If there is a game, you can walk to the stadium. Do not stray too far, things can get rough quickly.
In Arkansas, nearly everywhere you go in the NW third of the state is beautiful. If you're an outdoor's person, you'll be in heaven.
The state puts out a motorcycle riding guide listing popular routes, destinations, and events. Their outdoor's guides are very good too.
I've been hearing good things about the Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville. Planning a weekend trip this summer to check that out myself.
One head's-up. In southern Missouri and northern Arkansas there is no such thing as a straight road or direct route. Travel times can be longer than you would expect.
They also don't have much money to spend on signs. If you see a double warning such as "hill" and "curve," take it seriously.
I suggest a stop at the Cliff House Inn, on AR-7 south of Jasper. It worth a stop just to take in the view. If you suffer from vertigo, do not go on the deck that is off the back of the restaurant.
http://www.cliffhouseinnar.com/
allen
Thanks for the suggestion. The Cliff House Inn looks pretty cool!
I've also stayed at the Drury Inn next to the Arch. There are two other hotels a Hilton and another one that I can't remember the name of. The happy hour and reasonable rates were what drew me in. The secure parking is also a nice touch. If you are travelling with another bike or two, they will let you put all of the bikes in one spot so you only get charged one parking rate for the group. When in Nashville we also stayed at a Drury Inn. We ate at a place called the Merchants Restaurant. It was very busy but in the heart of the entertainment area of downtown Nashville. That Drury Inn also had a gated parking area. Trip Advisor is a great tool when we take our road trips. The hotels mentioned get 4 and half stars on their 5 star system. Restaurant choices have always been right on in their ratings. When several hundred people review your place and give it the thumbs up, it's probably pretty good. Have a great ride the area is very suited to two up riding as there is always something for your pillion passenger to see. The Butler Maps are gold. We used them when we rode in California and through the Smokey Mountains. They're expensive but really worth it.(I'm also not affiliated with any of the companies I mentioned)
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