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SUGGESTED ITINERARIESBelow you will find suggested itineraries for the Harrison, Arkansas area that you can enjoy. Whether you are interested in the outdoor activities of the Ozark Mountains and Buffalo National River, a tour of the many unique attractions, an exhilerating motorcycle ride through the Ozark Mountains or a leisurely drive along scenic roads and vistas, Harrison, AR is the place to start your trip. We have suggested these Ozark tours from our experiences, but we can also customize a tour just for you and your family in mind.
Outdoor Adventure Two-Day TourDay One6:00 AM Gaither Mountain Sunrise- Rise early for an Ozarks’ sunrise on top of Gaither Mountain. The view from the overlook is fantastic and anyone visiting the area should be sure to see it. You might have to rise early, but it will be well worth the trouble.
Day Two
Attractions of the Ozarks Itinerary
10:30 AM Shopping on the Historic Downtown Square 12:00 PM Lunch at one of Harrison’s dining establishments.
2:30 PM Ozarks Medieval Fortress- A team of architectural experts, working together with historians of the Middle Ages Two-Day Motorcycle Tour through the OzarksDay One8:00 AM Moonshine Run- Depart Harrison traveling south on Highway 7 to enjoy the Moonshine Run. This route is extremely scenic and curvy with 662 curves in the 110 mile route. Day Two8:00 AM Peel’s Ferry Route- When the White River was flooded to form Bull Shoals Lake, the water covered Highway 125 that went into Missouri. To leave access, a ferry system was developed at Peel to bring vehicles across the lake. A wonderful route that has become extremely popular for motorcyclists. Fall Colors Tour
8:00 AM Maplewood Cemetery- No trip to Harrison in the fall is complete without visiting Maplewood Cemetery and viewing over 500 mature maple trees. The park explodes with color and is a top destination for fall color viewing. |
7:00 AM Hike to Twin Falls at Camp Orr- Twin Falls, also known as Triple Falls (in high water times there are three distinct falls), is known as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Ozarks. An extremely short hike from the Camp Orr Boy Scout camp will take you to this Ozarks’ treasure. In the summer months, be sure to bring the kid's bathing suits along because the pool below the falls is perfect for kids and adults to play. Twin Falls makes you feel like you've stepped onto the set of a motion picture!
10:30 AM Hike to Hawk’s Bill Crag- Be sure to bring a picnic lunch along for this amazing hike through the Ozark forest on route to Hawk’s Bill Crag. The Crag, also named Whittaker Point, is the most photographed point in Arkansas and has been featured on the cover of tour guides and Rand McNally maps. The hike is leisurely and easy with very few steep grades. Well worth the trip!
3:00 PM Hike the Lost Valley Trail- This trail is very easy and beautiful! Part of the trail is handicap accessible and leads to waterfalls, Indian cliff overhangs and a cave with a waterfall inside. You don’t want to miss out on seeing the marvelous natural features of the Ozarks that are found on this trail. The trail is perfect for young children and elderly adults.
7:00 AM Ozarks’ Elk Herd- Just south of Harrison, a elk herd of over 500 head has been reintroduced to the Ozark Mountains and Buffalo River area. A trip to Boxley Valley, south of Ponca, offers an opportunity to view a elk herd in its natural setting. The best time to view the herd is in the early morning or late afternoon but in the fall and winter months you can see them most of the day. Over 25,000 people viewed the elk herd last year in the fields along the highway just south of Harrison.
float it by canoe. There are many outfitters on the river that can set you up to view all the wildlife, scenic bluffs and the exciting adventures of the river. Floating is normally slow with few large rapids, so it is perfect for the whole family!
8:30 AM Mystic Caverns- Start your day with a visit to Mystic Caverns and enjoy two unique caves in one tour. Learn about the history and creation of the caverns along with the Ozarks themselves. 
- With a growing number of shops located in and around our downtown square, it is becoming a very vibrant experience for visitors from all around. From the old time candy store to the new fashion clothing store the shops are diverse, friendly, and easy on the wallet.
1:00 PM Boone County Heritage Museum- The Museum chronicles the history of Boone County and Harrison, Arkansas from the earliest settlers to our more modern history. Located in the original historic Harrison High School building, BCHM is open Monday- Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
and dedicated artisans, are raising a genuine, full-sized, fortified castle, with 45 foot high towers, a drawbridge, and 6 foot wide stone walls surrounding an expansive inner courtyard, using the materials, techniques, and rules of the 13th century. Be sure to witness and be a part of this historic attraction!
6:00 AM Gaither Mountain Sunrise- Rise early for an Ozarks’ sunrise on top of Gaither Mountain. The view from the overlook is fantastic and anyone visiting the area should be sure to see it. You might have to rise early, but it will be well worth the trouble.