Eureka Springs, Arkansas
(Driving Time: 4 hours, Distance: 275 miles)
- This quirky Ozark town charms visitors with its Victorian architecture, winding streets, and lively arts scene, perfect for getting lost and stumbling upon hidden gems.
Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
(Driving Time: 3 hours, Distance: 200 miles)
- Soak in the natural thermal waters that give this national park its name, and explore the historic bathhouses and hiking trails nestled in the beautiful Ouachita Mountains.
Nashville, Tennessee
(Driving Time: 3.5 hours, Distance: 210 miles)
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant music scene, from honky-tonk bars on Broadway to the iconic Grand Ole Opry, and don't miss the mouth-watering barbecue and hot chicken.
Shawnee National Forest, Illinois
(Driving Time: 4.5 hours, Distance: 280 miles)
- Escape to this vast wilderness area for hiking, camping, and scenic drives through forests, canyons, and sandstone cliffs, with opportunities for rock climbing and waterfall chasing.
Natchez Trace Parkway, Mississippi/Tennessee
(Driving Time: 4 hours, Distance: 260 miles)
- Follow this historic forest trail and experience the South's natural beauty, stopping at preserved Native American mounds, historic sites, and charming towns along the way.
Ozark National Forest, Arkansas
(Driving Time: 5 hours, Distance: 320 miles)
- Lose yourself in the rugged beauty of the Ozarks, with abundant trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking through lush forests, past clear streams, and along striking bluffs.