Elements Retreat and B&B Guidebook
Parks & Nature
The Ozarks abound with nature parks that offer great scenery and outdoor activities!
This is a beautiful naturally occurring dam 1/2 mile west of Hwy 59 on Natural Dam Road.
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Natural Dam
This is a beautiful naturally occurring dam 1/2 mile west of Hwy 59 on Natural Dam Road.
Great hikes and caves! Interpretive services, special events/activities for adults and kids; paddle boats, pool, cabins, camping, picnicking, Historic Butterfield Trail hike.
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Centro de visitantes del Parque Estatal Devil's Den
120812 W Devils Den RdGreat hikes and caves! Interpretive services, special events/activities for adults and kids; paddle boats, pool, cabins, camping, picnicking, Historic Butterfield Trail hike.
Camping, cabins, lodge, picnicking, nature center, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boats
The Ozark Highlands Trail (OHT) also begins here.
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Parque Estatal del Lago Fort Smith
15458 Sheperd Springs RdCamping, cabins, lodge, picnicking, nature center, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boats
The Ozark Highlands Trail (OHT) also begins here.
There is about a 4-mile hiking trail over the dam and around the lake. The trail features a waterfall and several small bridges.
Lake Alma
There is about a 4-mile hiking trail over the dam and around the lake. The trail features a waterfall and several small bridges.
The Ozark Highlands Trail roams 218 miles through parts of seven counties in northwest Arkansas. It stretches from Lake Fort Smith State Park, across the Ozark National Forest, to the Buffalo National River.
Ozark Highlands Trail
Ozark Highlands TrailThe Ozark Highlands Trail roams 218 miles through parts of seven counties in northwest Arkansas. It stretches from Lake Fort Smith State Park, across the Ozark National Forest, to the Buffalo National River.
In addition to a really great nature center facility, they also offer free kayaking, canoeing, and archery; hiking/walking trails, fishing, picnicking, interpretive services, kids activities, and special events such as night hikes, ghost stories & cocoa, free boat tours on the Arkansas River. Most activities and services are free to the public.
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River Valley Nature Center
8300 Wells Lake RdIn addition to a really great nature center facility, they also offer free kayaking, canoeing, and archery; hiking/walking trails, fishing, picnicking, interpretive services, kids activities, and special events such as night hikes, ghost stories & cocoa, free boat tours on the Arkansas River. Most activities and services are free to the public.
Essentials
Harps Food Store
8848 Kristi LnThis is mini-Harp's grocery store. They also offer gasoline and a pharmacy.
This place is known mostly for it's short order grill and connected pizza place.
Cedarville Convenience Store
9541 State Hwy 59This place is known mostly for it's short order grill and connected pizza place.
...because NW Arkansas is Walmart country...Walmart is headquartered just north of here in Bentonville, AR
Walmart Supercenter
2214 Fayetteville Rd...because NW Arkansas is Walmart country...Walmart is headquartered just north of here in Bentonville, AR
Dollar General
9222 State Hwy 59AKA the Cedarville Mall :)
They also perform acupuncture and other holistic therapies in addition to chiropractic care.
Hays Chiropractic Clinic
107945 S 4813 RdThey also perform acupuncture and other holistic therapies in addition to chiropractic care.
Squash Blossom Co
5005 Dora RdThis is my go-to health food store!
Food Scene
There can be wait because it's just the man and his wife, but the food is so good and artistically plated and he always brings you out complimentary hot tea before your meal and a little dessert afterward...usually sliced bananas in a yummy sauce or banana tapioca.
It's hands down the best and easiest place to eat plant based and gluten-free.
Phở Việtnam
2214 Rogers AveThere can be wait because it's just the man and his wife, but the food is so good and artistically plated and he always brings you out complimentary hot tea before your meal and a little dessert afterward...usually sliced bananas in a yummy sauce or banana tapioca.
It's hands down the best and easiest place to eat plant based and gluten-free.
This is a local chain. They really stand out and support equality and inclusivity among individuals and groups.
Love the coffee. Love the food. Love the atmosphere. Great for meetups! Several different kinds of spaces to occupy from cozy and intimate to open and airy. ...and this location is right next to Creekmore Park! ...walking trail, putt-putt, swimming, small steam engine train ride, playground
They also have a closer location in Van Buren!
Sweet Bay Coffee Co
3400 Rogers AveThis is a local chain. They really stand out and support equality and inclusivity among individuals and groups.
Love the coffee. Love the food. Love the atmosphere. Great for meetups! Several different kinds of spaces to occupy from cozy and intimate to open and airy. ...and this location is right next to Creekmore Park! ...walking trail, putt-putt, swimming, small steam engine train ride, playground
They also have a closer location in Van Buren!
Arts & Culture
This was Cedarville's original schoolhouse. Now it houses the community center and museum. The quilters group meets here on Tuesdays and Saturdays. They'll teach anyone who wants to learn how to quilt!
You'll find the Farmer's Market here on Saturdays during the growing season. Also, local artisans sell their hand-made crafts here on Tuesdays and Saturdays in the permenent store in the quilting room.
Old Rock School House
639 Pirates WayThis was Cedarville's original schoolhouse. Now it houses the community center and museum. The quilters group meets here on Tuesdays and Saturdays. They'll teach anyone who wants to learn how to quilt!
You'll find the Farmer's Market here on Saturdays during the growing season. Also, local artisans sell their hand-made crafts here on Tuesdays and Saturdays in the permenent store in the quilting room.
Cedarville has a great little library and they'll issue anyone a library card, even if you're just visiting the area on vacation. They have a nice selection of books, movies, and music. They also host free public yoga classes twice a week.
Cedarville Public Library
737 Pirates WayCedarville has a great little library and they'll issue anyone a library card, even if you're just visiting the area on vacation. They have a nice selection of books, movies, and music. They also host free public yoga classes twice a week.
Fort Smith Museum of History
320 Rogers AveAll the local history and culture!
Because it's cool and the trolly still runs! Go! Take a ride!
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Fort Smith Trolley Museum
100 S 4th StBecause it's cool and the trolly still runs! Go! Take a ride!
Alma Performing Arts Center
103 E Main StBecause they have some really top notch performances there.
UAFS and Fort Smtih symphonies perform here as well as really great theatrical plays.
ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center
55 S 7th StUAFS and Fort Smtih symphonies perform here as well as really great theatrical plays.
Entertainment & Activities
Crawford County Speedway
6823-6853 State Hwy 59Dirt Track Stock Car Racing every Sat. Night at 7:30 p.m. (Feb-Oct)
Because it's right next to the Lake Alma hiking trail and I've heard it super fun for the kids.
Alma Aquatic Park
731 Collum Ln EBecause it's right next to the Lake Alma hiking trail and I've heard it super fun for the kids.
Parrot Island Waterpark
7300 Zero StIt's Fort Smith's newest waterpark!
A one of a kind Live Venue, Event Space and Private Club in a Unique Historic Building.
Also ...
Come relive the golden age of cinema as it was done from the 1930’s to 1960’s at the Temple Theatre. We have opened up our live music venue to show those classics that we all love. Let these silver screen classics win your heart all over again. No matter how many times you’ve seen a great film, there’s nothing like experiencing it back on the big screen!
All Ages
Purchase $5 tickets at the downtown box office Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm, or on the night of the screening
TempleLive
200 N 11th StA one of a kind Live Venue, Event Space and Private Club in a Unique Historic Building.
Also ...
Come relive the golden age of cinema as it was done from the 1930’s to 1960’s at the Temple Theatre. We have opened up our live music venue to show those classics that we all love. Let these silver screen classics win your heart all over again. No matter how many times you’ve seen a great film, there’s nothing like experiencing it back on the big screen!
All Ages
Purchase $5 tickets at the downtown box office Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm, or on the night of the screening
Sightseeing
Gateway to the wild wild west!
Features Judge Parker's (the Hangin' Judge) Courthouse Museum. This is also the site of the original Fort Smith. The last fort before crossing the Arkansas River and entering (Oklahoma) Indian territory. There is a nice park with wide paved walking paths. This historic site is also adjacent to the Harry E Kelly Park and amphitheater, and Miss Laura's Visitors Center and Historic Brothel. This walking trail also begins a long trail system that follows the Arkansas River for several miles to Fort Smith Park in north Fort Smith.
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Fort Smith National Historic Site
301 Parker AveGateway to the wild wild west!
Features Judge Parker's (the Hangin' Judge) Courthouse Museum. This is also the site of the original Fort Smith. The last fort before crossing the Arkansas River and entering (Oklahoma) Indian territory. There is a nice park with wide paved walking paths. This historic site is also adjacent to the Harry E Kelly Park and amphitheater, and Miss Laura's Visitors Center and Historic Brothel. This walking trail also begins a long trail system that follows the Arkansas River for several miles to Fort Smith Park in north Fort Smith.
Riverfront Drive
Riverfront DriveBecause it parallel's Riverfront Trail and give a great view of the Arkansas River.
Great tours, wine sampling, and restaurant ...don't miss the annual wine festival!
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Wiederkehr Wine Cellar & Weinkeller Restaurant
3324 Swiss Family DrGreat tours, wine sampling, and restaurant ...don't miss the annual wine festival!
Shopping
Here are my go-to's for shopping.
Tuesdays and Saturdays during growing season...some booths have extended seasons because they sell homemade items and baked goods or are selling meats, eggs, and cheeses.
Fort Smith Farmers Market
Garrison AvenueTuesdays and Saturdays during growing season...some booths have extended seasons because they sell homemade items and baked goods or are selling meats, eggs, and cheeses.
Harps Food Store
8848 Kristi LnLIttle grocery store with pharmacy and gasoline, just 5 minutes away.
Walmart Supercenter
2214 Fayetteville RdJust 15 minutes away...they have EVERYTHING!
Dollar General
9222 State Hwy 59Just 5 minutes away!
My go-to health food store...food, health & beauty aids, toiletries, essential oils, etc.
Squash Blossom Co
5005 Dora RdMy go-to health food store...food, health & beauty aids, toiletries, essential oils, etc.