Whether a sportsman or photographer, a hiker, biker or wildlife watcher, the Clarksville AR area is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Nestled in the Arkansas River Valley, Clarksville AR combines the unusual traits of down-home charm with urban advantages. From cultural exhibits at the University of the Ozarks to awe-inspiring scenic byways, Clarksville and Johnson County are home to a wealth of secrets just waiting to be discovered. Check out our Best Western hotel in Clarksville.
Things to do in Clarksville
Arkansas Wine Country
It's a little known fact that Arkansas is the oldest and largest wine producing state in the southern United States. With its rich heritage and history, it's no wonder that so many people visit Arkansas's Wine Country every year. Approximately five wineries dot the region.
Cabin Creek
Located on the Arkansas River, Cabin Creek is a major unit of the Arkansas River Navigation Project. The lake stretches 50 miles up the Arkansas River Valley from Dardanelle Lock and Dam to Ozark-Jeta Taylor Lock and Dam. About 315 miles of shoreline give the visitor ample fishing opportunities. Amenities include vault toilets, water, boat ramp, and pavilion. Open year-round. Located 1.5 miles west of Knoxville on paved access road. Call 479-968-5008 for more information.
Haw Creek Falls
Located 14 miles north from Hagarville or 12 miles west from Pelsor on State 123. Small mountain stream with picturesque falls, rocks, bluffs. Canoeing on Big Piney Creek nearby and access to Ozark Highlands Trail. Facilities: Chemical toilets, water. (open year round) User's fee charged Call 479-284-3150 for more information.
Horsehead Lake
A 98 acre mountain lake with restrooms, drinking water. There are 12 family picnicking units and a beach. There is a boat-launch ramp with wake limit on the lake. No skiing allowed and 10 hp motor limit. Horsehead Hiking Trail is good for short-term day hikes. It provides a variety of experiences, with a distance of 3.0 miles in length. The trail is constructed in a loop to return the hiker to the point of beginning. Location: 8 miles northwest of Clarksville on State 103, then west on State 164, 4 miles, then right on gravel Forest Road 1408, 3 miles. Call 479-754-2864 for more information.
Lake Ludwig
Lake Ludwig is 10 miles south of Ozone or 8 miles north of Clarksville. Covered picnic pavilion, wheel chair accessible. Swimming, boating, picnicking, fishing and water skiing. Call 479-754-2864 for more information.
Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail
Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail - Over 34 miles of this trail traverses northern Johnson County. The trail intersects with the Ozark Highlands National Scenic Byway (Arkansas 21) at Ozone.
Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway
The Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway includes 35 miles of Ark. 21 from the Ozark National Forest southern boundary north of Clarksville in Johnson County to the northern boundary near the Upper Buffalo Wilderness and Buffalo National River in Newton County. Ark. 16, from Fallsville to Edwards Junction in Newton County, joins this route for eight and one-half miles. This is truly a "highlands route," traversing ridges between headwaters of several major streams. Call 479-754-2864 for more information.
Piney Bay
Piney Bay has boat ramps, water, rest rooms, swim beach, dump station, 8 picnic sites, amphitheater, and pavilion. Located 3 miles west of London on U.S. 64, then 3.5 miles north on State 359.
Spadra
Located on the Arkansas River 2 miles south of Clarksville on State 103 to Jamestown, then 1 mile on access road. Facilities include flush toilets, water, showers, boat dock and ramp, pavilion, trailer dump station, marina and restaurant. Open year-round. User's fee charged. Boat launch fee charged year-round.
The University of the Ozarks
The University of the Ozarks has a rich history and highly distinguished tradition. Founded in 1834, the University of the Ozarks is the oldest institution of higher education in Arkansas. Call 800-264-8636 for more information.
415 N. College Avenue, Clarksville, AR
University of the Ozarks Walton Fine Arts Center
Located on the University of the Ozarks campus. Features Stephens Art Gallery, with glass and ivory carvings collections, and numerous original oil paintings. Call 479-754-3839 for more information.
Wolfpen Recreation Area
Wolfpen Recreation Area is adjacent to the Mulberry River. It has canoe ramp access to the river and is very popular with canoeists. There are 5 family picnic units, chemical toilets, drinking water, good fishing and hunting in season. Take Arkansas 103 North from Clarksville for 22 miles. Turn west on Arkansas 215 for 2 miles, then south on Forest Developed Road 1003I .