Crowley's Ridge Parkway

States: Arkansas and Missouri
National Forest: St. Francis National Forest
Length: 212.0 mi / 341.2 km
Time to Allow: Allow 5.5 hours to drive the byway.

See a mixture of plant communities and diversity of species along Crowley's Ridge. Dramatic views abound along the ridge and hills where wildflowers proliferate throughout spring, summer and fall. Travel through natural and historical sites such as Chalk Bluff Natural Area and Civil War Battlesite, and St. Francis National Forest.

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  • Things to Do on Crowley's Ridge Parkway

    Crowley's Ridge Parkway exhibits the dramatic landscape and rich history of this portion of the South. From the trails and waters of a National Forest to Civil War battlefields to Native American villages and more, you'll find plenty of captivating sights and activities on this fascinating byway.

  • Birding on Crowley's Ridge Parkway

    If you enjoy bird watching, come to Arkansas and visit Crowley’s Ridge Parkway, a veritable birding paradise. Passing through a national forest and four marshy wildlife refuges, this byway teems with wildlife and bubbles over with chances to see migratory waterfowl and rare birds like the American Bald Eagle and Ivory-billed Woodpecker.

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  • 4-Day Trip: Crowley's Ridge Driving Tour
    (Arkansas to Missouri)

    In addition to the unique flora and fauna of the Ridge, the parkway passes by or near state parks, St. Francis National Forest, Civil War sites, a...

The following byways are part of the designated byway Crowley's Ridge Parkway: