Talimena Scenic Drive in Oklahoma and Arkansas

Many people actually prefer to visit the Talimena Scenic Drive when winter comes. Although the weather can be difficult to predict, the majority of the season is free of snow and ice. [More...]

Come explore the Talimena Scenic Drive as it stretches across the very top of the Ouachita Mountains in Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas.

The Talimena Scenic Drive is a Scenic Byway offering 54 miles of spectacular views and incredible scenery. It is also the crown jewel of an entire region full of fun things to do for families, sportsmen, adventure seekers or anyone that enjoys nature's incredible beauty. If you are unfamiliar with the area please click here for detailed highway maps and driving directions.

The Talimena Scenic Drive has now been designated a National Scenic Byway as part of the American Byways Program.
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Become a member of the Talimena Scenic Drive Association and help support this incredible asset to our area. There are ways for businesses and individuals to join and contribute. The Talimena Scenic Drive Association (TSDA) has created this Web site so you can learn more about this area and eventually explore it for yourself!

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While the drive itself is 54 miles long it passes through a much larger area filled with unique opportunities and experiences. This area of western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma offers scenic beauty, outdoor adventure and enlightening historical and educational experiences that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Visitors can enjoy canoeing, whitewater rafting, trout fishing and hang gliding or learn about Native Americans, the Civil War and even Viking explorers!

The mission of the TSDA is also to provide educational or interpretive information and we invite you to explore the Interpretive Center that has much more detailed information about the area and also our Multimedia Section which has several panoramic photos, slide shows and virtual tours.

Ahora tenemos información sobre la impulsión escénica de Talimena disponible en español. Chasque por favor aquí para descargar un archivo de información del pdf del acróbata del adobe en español.

The area surrounding the Talimena Scenic Drive has now spawned two new Oklahoma Scenic Drives, The Mountain Gateway and Mountain Pass.
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You can plan your visit to the Drive in our "Things To Do" section where we have a complete point by point description of the Drive on our interactive auto tour map. We also have information on the wildlife and plant life that has developed in the unique ecosystem surrounding the Drive.

As you plan your trip check out our sections on communities and lodging, shopping and dining. We can help you find a wonderful place to stay the night plus just the right shopping and dining experience.