Top Things to do in
Top Hotels in Ozark Gateway
- 1. Hampton Inn Batesville
- 2. The Parkwood Inn & Suites
- 3. Village Inn of Hardy
- 4. Lesmeister Guesthouse
- 5. Comfort Suites
- 6. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Newport
- 7. Riverview Trout Lodge
- 8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Batesville, an IHG Hotel
- 9. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pocahontas
- 10. Fortune Inn & Suites
What to do and see in , Ozark Gateway: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Blanchard Springs Recreation Area, Old Independence Regional Museum, Wings of Honor Museum, Melba Theater, Mammoth Spring State Park, Ozark Folk Center State Park, Jacksonport State Park, Lake Charles State Park, Jimmy Driftwood Barn, Guitar Walk.
Restaurants in Ozark Gateway
1. Blanchard Springs Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 319 reviews
Reviewed By shurst27
Hidden gem! Interesting and beautiful. Staff does a great job organizing and conducting the cave tour. Our granddaughter was amazed seeing a real cave as well as the waterfall right down the road. It was a gorgeous fall day for exploring all the surroundings in Blanchard Springs and Mountain View.
2. Old Independence Regional Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Old Independence Regional Museum, located in Batesville, Arkanasas, provides prehistorical and historical information about the 12-counties that made up Old Independence County.
Reviewed By PeggyW415
My husband and I were in Batesville for Scottish Fest at his alma mater, the fabulous Lyon College; however, the cold, April rain put such a damper on the outdoor festivities, we decamped to one of our favorite museums in Arkansas! We have been coming here for several years to peruse their collection of historical records and to work on my genealogical project. The staff is friendly and helpful, the exhibits are educational and regularly updated, and the well stocked Gift Shop always receives a “donation” from me, a jewelry maven!????
3. Wings of Honor Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 964john - Collierville, United States
Had on display some excellent WWII artifacts such as jeeps, rifles , uniforms, etc., some of which I have not seen before - even at the WWII Museum in New Orleans. Also had several Japanese weapons on display. The museum was much larger than what I had anticipated. The guide gave us a impressive brief on how the air field was used during the war.
4. Melba Theater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Come experience the newly renovated Melba Theater on historic Main Street Batesville! The Melba is a movie theater and concert venue. Movies shown are 2nd run and tickets are only $4!
Reviewed By kinfolkstringband
Highly recommend - treat yourself and family to a nostalgic movie experience. Very friendly, cozy, and great popcorn, too! It was a blast to take my teenagers to the Melba. I remember going there as a teen- great then...even better, now!
5. Mammoth Spring State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 220 reviews
State park featuring Arkansas' largest spring with a flow of 9 millions gallons of water hourly.
Reviewed By TLASt_Louis_Missouri
This park is beautiful with tremendous photo opportunities. Excellent picnicking, an excellent railroad history museum, superb Visitor Center, and a national fisheries aquarium which was fascinating. There's a lot of history here and story that's interesting. Thank you Arkansas for maintaining it. T&L Bowling Green
6. Ozark Folk Center State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 421 reviews
The Ozark Folk Center is a people place,dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of traditional Ozark Mountain crafts and music.Visitors can see presentations and demonstrations of the Ozark crafts and music, living history enactments and other special events that highlight this lifestyle. Apprentice and workshop programs pass these skills of the Ozark people to a new generation.As you visit the Folk Center, make your first stop the General Store near the parking lot. From here,buses will take you to the top of the Folk Center's hill to the Ozark Folk Center Theater and the Crafts Village. Stay in one of The Cabins and Dry Creek (60 units) The center also offers a restaurant, the Smokehouse in the Craft Village, conference/meeting facilities for groups large and small and specializes in business retreats and family reunions.
Reviewed By tammypS3613QF - Sand Springs, United States
Awesome place to visit! So many helpful and informative artists. Want to go back already. Many thanks to the printer (oh how I love books and the printed word!), the broom maker, the beeswax soap and candle maker, the textile expert and the docent at the log cabin for your time, knowledge and joy of your crafts!
7. Jacksonport State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
In the 1800s steamboats made Jacksonport a thriving river port. During the Civil War, the town was occupied by both Confederate and Union forces because of its crucial locale. Jacksonport became county seat in 1854, and constuction of a stately, two-story brick courthouse began in 1869. The town began to decline in the 1880s when bypassed by the railroad. The county seat was moved in 1891 to nearby Newport, and Jacksonport's stores, wharves and saloons soon vanished.Today, exhibits in the park's 1872 courthouse and programs by park interpreters share the story of this historic river port. Admission to the courthouse is free. The park offers 20 Class A campsites with water and electric hookups including 50 amp service at all sites, a swimming beach on the White River, standard pavilion, picnic sites, playground, and the Tunstall Riverwalk Trail to stroll alongside the river. The park is on Ark. 69 in Jacksonport (just three miles north of Newport).
Reviewed By sc0tty16 - Rexburg, United States
Been here a couple times. It's always been very quiet. It's a cool place to learn of some Civil War history in the Jacksonport and Arkansas area. Guided tours of the old Court house are available or you can simply borrow a key and go walk around yourself. Nice building with old artifacts from the war as well as stories of soldiers. Fun gift shop to get souvenirs and there is a trail next to the white river that's peaceful and an enjoyable activity.
8. Lake Charles State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By trailrider2016 - Dallas, United States
This was a very quiet and small. Campground. Lots of trees and 3 short hiking trails make this a great spot for the spring and fall for pictures. Rangers were very nice and helpful. The lake was beautiful. We were told that this place is packed in the summer time. They have a little sand beach in one of the coves that is set up for swimming and kayak rentals. The only down side I was told is the bugs in summer are terrible and it gets super hot. We didn't have any bug issues in October. In fact everything was perfect.
9. Jimmy Driftwood Barn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By lyleg2015 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
We are Montanans who traveled to Northern Arkansas for some early season fly fishing. A local angler recommended this as an opportunity to see local culture and what an opportunity it was! If you have an interest in some genuine Deep South Americana and great, old time, historical country music and culture, do not miss this place!
10. Guitar Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By vacation12861458602 - Walnut Ridge, United States
Fun walk to guitar walk beside the train depot , close to hotel walking distance , clean push buttons on each piece for information. On each person at guitar walk hwy 67
