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The park is located 13 miles west of Mena, Arkansas on Ark. 88 (the Talimena Scenic Drive, a national scenic byway). [NOTE: During inclement weather, from Mena travel six miles north on U.S. 71, then go nine miles west on U.S. 270, then go two miles south up Ark. 272 to the park.] If traveling from Oklahoma, take Hwy. 1 from Talihina to join Hwy. 88 at the Oklahoma/Arkansas state line. Continue east on Hwy. 88 approximately six miles to Rich Mountain, Arkansas. Here, turn south on Ark. 272 and go two miles up the mountain to the park. [NOTE: During inclement weather, take Hwy. 270 from Heavener, Oklahoma to Rich Mountain, Arkansas. Then, turn south on Ark. 272 and go two miles up the mountain to the park.]
Beautiful experience. After a long drive on Talahina scenic drive , it’s worth stopping by and taking breather with some lunch or appetizers.
Loved it. Very clean and nice rooms with views. Hiking, walking trails available small train for children to ride and a big one for them to see.
This place has the cutest little train ride through the mountains. The staff there and the train conductor were all so nice and friendly. I really enjoyed myself. I felt like a kid again. 💓
A beautiful state park with a cool climate and views of the valley below. The lodge is brand new and really nice. The Talimena Scenic Byway is a wonderful drive. The road is in dire need of resurfacing in both states.
The lodge is super nice. The restaurant on site is open til 9. The gift shop is open 24/7. One oc the Vistas on fhe drive up to Rich mountain. The West rooms have great views.
