Take a quiet drive along Arkansas Highway 10 from Danville to Ola, passing the edge of the Ouachita National Forest and rolling through peaceful farmland in Yell County. A simple, scenic route that shows off Arkansas’s natural charm.
🌲 Forest
Journey through America’s wooded corridors with the Forest tag—featuring routes surrounded by dense trees, state forests, and national park lands.
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.
Routes Tagged: 🌲 Forest
Arkansas Highway 10: Greenwood to Booneville
Cruise 21 miles east on Arkansas Highway 10 from Greenwood to Booneville through wooded hills, rural farmland, and the small community of Washburn. A scenic slice of western Arkansas worth the drive.
Arkansas Highway 27: Rover to Danville
Drive Arkansas Highway 27 from Rover to Danville for 8 scenic miles through the Ouachita National Forest. Mountain climbs, forest views, and small-town charm make this a classic Arkansas backroad adventure.
Arkansas Highway 60: Fourche Junction to Plainview
Cruise west along Arkansas Highway 60 from Nimrod to Plainview as we follow the tranquil shoreline of Nimrod Lake and pass through forested backroads and quiet farmland before arriving in historic Plainview. A peaceful 9-mile drive in the heart of Yell County.
Arkansas Highway 23: Brashears to Ozark (Pig Trail Scenic Byway)
Experience one of Arkansas’s most scenic drives along the Pig Trail Scenic Byway. Travel 24 miles from Brashears to Ozark on AR-23, winding through forested mountains, river valleys, and timeless rural landscapes in the heart of the Ozarks.
Arkansas Highway 23: Withrow Springs State Park to Brashears
Take a 30-mile journey through the Ozark foothills on Arkansas Highway 23 from Withrow Springs State Park to Brashears. This scenic route passes through Huntsville, Witter, and St. Paul, ending where the Pig Trail Scenic Byway begins.
Arkansas Highway 23: Eureka Springs to Withrow Springs State Park
Drive 20 scenic miles along Arkansas Highway 23 from historic Eureka Springs to Withrow Springs State Park. This wooded stretch of highway passes Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge and the McIlroy Wildlife Management Area, making it a beautiful Ozark escape.
Arkansas Highway 23: Missouri to Eureka Springs
Drive 11 miles south along Arkansas Highway 23 from the Missouri state line to Eureka Springs. This scenic stretch winds through forested Ozark hills, passes by Holiday Island, and enters the heart of historic Eureka Springs. A short but unforgettable mountain drive.
Missouri State Route 86: Carr Lane to Eagle Rock
Explore the 9-mile stretch of Missouri State Route 86 from Carr Lane to Eagle Rock. This scenic Ozark drive near the Arkansas border winds through forest, farmland, and the recreational hub of Golden, Missouri.
Missouri State Route 39: Shell Knob to Carr Lane
Travel 13 miles along Missouri Route 39 from Shell Knob to Carr Lane, featuring a scenic Table Rock Lake crossing, wooded Ozark landscapes, and a peaceful drive through rural Barry County.
Taney County Highway 165: Hollister – Missouri
Explore a short but scenic 4-mile drive along Taney County Highway 165 in Hollister, Missouri. From U.S. 65 Business to MO-265, this route offers wooded views, residential curves, and the popular Branson Scenic Overlook.
Missouri State Route 76: Forsyth to Hollister
Explore 12 miles of Missouri Route 76 from Forsyth to Hollister, including scenic views, wooded hills, and access to Lake Taneycomo. This route blends quiet Ozark towns with growing Branson suburbs.