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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Patterson 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 MarkersSt. 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 ForestsCrowley's Ridge National Scenic Parkway
National scenic byway follows the 198-mile length of the Delta's only "highlands;"
Marianna, AR Scenic BywaysSt. 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 BywaysThings to do near Marianna, AR
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...
River Reach Park
Picnicking and fishing are available in this park that overlooks the Mississippi River; an elevated boardwalk leads to the ri...
Arkansas State University Museum
Directions: Located on the ASU campus Collection of history, natural history and American Indians; regional history museum...
Scenic Lakeshore Drive
Tour down historic Lakeshore Drive. As you travel along, you'll see beautiful old homes, churches, Chicot County Courthouse a...
George Ray's Wildcat Hot Rod Dragstrip
Directions: U.S. 412 east to Ark. 135, turn south for one-fourth mile, then east Racing on Sunday afternoons on a one-eigh...