Directions: Two miles east of Marianna
Site of where the first child of Anglo-Saxon parents was born west of the Mississippi in 1790.
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St. Francis National Forest
At just over 20,000 acres, the St. Francis is known for the diversity of its plant and animal life. Bear Creek and Storm Creek Lake Recreation Areas provide camping, picnicking, fishing. Crowley'
Marianna, AR National ForestsSt. Francis Scenic Byway
This scenic byway, comprised of Phillips County Roads 239 and 217, along with Lee County Road 221, is located in the St. Francis National Forest between the cities of Marianna and Helena/West Helena. This winding route is located atop Crowley's Ridge for more than 21
Marianna, AR Scenic BywaysPatterson Branch Historical Marker
Directions: Two miles east of Marianna Site of where the first child of Anglo-Saxon parents was born west of the Mississippi in 1790
Marianna, AR Historic MarkersGreat River Road National Scenic Byway
The Great River Road, Arkansas's portion of the Mississippi River Parkway, runs for 363 miles paralleling the Mississippi River in Eastern Arkansas. This scenic highway is composed of these highways: Ark. 82, U.S. 65, Ark. 4, Ark. 1, U.S. 165, Ark. 316, Ark. 318, Ark. 20, Ark. 44
Marianna, AR Scenic BywaysThings to do near Marianna, AR
Arkansas State University Museum
Directions: Located on the ASU campus Collection of history, natural history and American Indians; regional history museum...
Historic Augusta Presbyterian Church
Preserved pre-Civil War, Gothic Revival church that now serves as a local museum and cultural center; the restored interior i...
Louisiana Purchase State Park
Monument marks starting point of 1815 surveys for the Louisiana Purchase. A newly renovated boardwalk and exhibits lead to th...
Great River Road National Scenic Byway
The Great River Road, Arkansas's portion of the Mississippi River Parkway, runs for 363 miles paralleling the Mississippi Riv...
Lake Chicot State Park
Food Service/Picnic Area Available On Lake/River Name of Lake/River: Lake Chicot Cabins with kitchens (many with lake vi...