Take a scenic 21-mile drive along U.S. Route 79 from Fordyce to Eagle Mills, Arkansas. This route passes through Thornton and near Bearden, offering glimpses of small-town life, historic alignments, and forest-lined roadways in southern Arkansas.

The 🌲 Forest tag highlights routes that pass through densely wooded areas, national forests, or timber-rich landscapes. These drives are often characterized by towering trees, shaded corridors, and a sense of immersion in nature. Whether it’s a winding mountain road lined with evergreens or a backcountry highway flanked by deciduous woods, the forested environment defines the scenery.
These routes are especially vibrant in autumn, when foliage changes color, or in the spring and summer, when greenery is at its peak. Wildlife sightings, hiking trail access, and picnic areas are common features along many forest-tagged segments.

Take a scenic 21-mile drive along U.S. Route 79 from Fordyce to Eagle Mills, Arkansas. This route passes through Thornton and near Bearden, offering glimpses of small-town life, historic alignments, and forest-lined roadways in southern Arkansas.

Cruise 38 miles south along U.S. Route 167 from Sheridan to Fordyce, Arkansas, passing through forested landscapes, river crossings, and rural towns with connections to state history and music legends.
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Cruise 18 miles south on U.S. Route 167 from East End to Sheridan, Arkansas. This relaxed drive takes you through the countryside past Cane Creek, ending at the historic US-167 Business Loop into Sheridan.

Explore a 5-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 89 in Mayflower, featuring the new Mayflower bypass and a scenic stretch west of town. A short yet notable route in central Arkansas.

Explore the scenic route of Arkansas Highway 89 from Cabot to Mayflower, a 25-mile drive through rural towns, farmland, and along the edge of Camp Robinson. This segment includes a historic alignment and the new Mayflower bypass.

Take a relaxing 11-mile drive along Colonel Glenn Road from Ferndale to Little Rock, Arkansas. This eastbound route winds through forested neighborhoods and light commercial zones before reaching I-430 on the city’s edge.

Take a quiet 6-mile drive through Arkansas countryside along Ferndale Cut-Off from Congo to Ferndale. This scenic route offers farmland, forest, and peaceful views just outside of Benton and Little Rock.

Take a 6-mile drive along Congo Road from Benton to Salem, Arkansas, crossing Interstate 30 and transitioning from suburban neighborhoods to rural countryside as the road becomes Old Congo Road. Discover a mix of residential, wooded, and agricultural scenery along this …

Take a peaceful 5-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 190 from Tull to Shaw. Follow the gentle bends of the Saline River through forested landscapes and rural backroads on this quiet stretch of central Arkansas.

Take a peaceful drive along Arkansas Highway 291 from Prattsville to Tull. This 9-mile rural route winds through farmland and forest with barely a car in sight—perfect for a scenic escape.

Take a scenic 5-mile drive along Traskwood Road from Glen Rose to Traskwood, Arkansas, passing through forested areas, farmland, and peaceful rural communities before reaching AR-229.

Drive 5 miles south on Fairplay Road from Lonsdale to Glen Rose, Arkansas. This quiet backroad cuts through thick forests and rolling hills, ending near I-30 and Military Road just outside Glen Rose. A peaceful scenic detour through rural Saline County.