Pull up google maps, there isn't a straight road in the state from what I see. 5 of us are headed down from Michigan middle of June. Staying just north of Missouri border. We plan on pig trail, had not heard of arkansas dragon, I'll look into that. If you find something must do P.M. me with your thoughts when your done. SundayMorningRides.com had quite a few suggested rides. Have fun.

 

Good links there...Thanks.

 

You could go by the infamous curve and lay flowers at the spot where Bobby Petrino's job died.

 

Go here. http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/motorcycling/

They've got great downloadable ride maps giving you miles, number of curves, etc. for many great ride routes.

I'm in SW Missouri and ride Arkansas often. I find the roads to be in good condition, wide shoulders, well signed, and just plain fun. Some great mountain scenery. Catch "The Grand Canyon of the Ozarks" on Highway 7 near Jasper. Pig Trail is a must. Google "Peak to Peak ride Arkansas" for another good one.

 

Just came back from there, again. No matter where you go over there, it's all good.

http://motorcycleroads.us/

http://motorcycleroads.us/states/ar.html

http://motorcycleroads.us/regions/ar_central.html

 

I may be in Eureka Springs July of 2013.
1841 miles one way for me..

 

IF you only have two days:

Day One:

Would suggest leaving Russellville, heading west on I-40. Exit at Lamar exit, run Hwy 123 toHwy 7 go north on 7, turn off Hwy 7 and pick up 123 north again. Ride 123 toward Mt. Judea. This is called the "Arkansas Dragon". When 123 junctions with hwy 74, run 74 to Jasper. At Jasper eat at the Ozark Cafe AND GET FUEL.

Leaving Jasper, continue west on 74 to Ponca, AR. Turn south on Hwy 43 near Ponca. Watch for Elk along the river to your left (east) as you run 43. Run 43 to Hwy 21 and go south on 21. Run 21 to Hwy 16 and go east. Run Hwy 16 back to Hwy 7. Run Hwy 7 back to Russellville.

Be SURE to top off your tank at Russellville and Jasper. There is almost NOTHING between Jasper and back to Russellville.

Here's the Google Maps route for the above:

http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Ru...a=1,2&t=m&z=10


Day Two:

Leave Russellville, hit the Lamar exit again, this time follow 64 to Hwy 103. Run 103 to the Oark General Store at Oark, AR. Eat a great breakfast. Oark General Store is a preserved 1890 general store that has FANTASTIC food. Link to it:

http://www.oarkgeneralstore.com

From the General Store leave south on 103 just like you came in... HOWEVER....turn west on Hwy 215 about two miles west of the Oark General Store. Hwy 215 is going to twist and turn alongside the Mulberry River and along some bluffs.

Turn north at Hwy 23. You'll now be on the "Pig Trail". Run 23 Hwy to just south of Huntsville and turn EAST on 74 to Kingston, AR. Kingston is a small restored town. I recall there being fuel there and a cafe... but take no chances. Suggest a short trip into Huntsville for fuel if there is ANY DOUBT.

Leaving Kingston run 74 hwy to Hwy 21, turn south on 21. Run 21 back to Clarksville, then hit I-40 and return to Russellville.

Here's the Google Map route for Day Two:

http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Ru...mra=ls&t=m&z=9

Note: The above routes will contain some SERIOUS switchbacks and very ISOLATED and wild mountain country. Make sure you fuel up at each convenient opportunity.

Have fun and enjoy the great State of Arkansas!!!

 

Thank you

 

Look up the hub motorcycle resort, ark. Great place to stay on hwy 7 and a lot of good riding

 

I spend a few days in Arkansas last summer on a trip. We spent two nights in Eureka Springs. It was nice riding. Good roads and good scenery. I'd like to ride there again sometime.