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  • What is the Talimena Skyline Drive?
    • Overview: For a day trip with a difference, you could embark on the 50-mile scenic Talimena Skyline Drive along the Talimena National Scenic Byway, which starts just north of Talihina, at the junction of US 271 and Okla. 1.
    • Scenic Views: The scenic two-lane road winds peacefully through the stunning landscape of the Ouachita National Forest, which is at its majestic best during spring and fall.
    • Travel Time: You could complete the drive in around two hours, or make a full day of it by stopping to admire many historic towns, view sites, and attractions along the route.
    • Attractions: Attractions along the route include the Robert S. Kerr Arboretum and Nature Center, the Queen Wilhelmina State Park, and Horse Thief Springs, to name but a few.
    • End Point: The route officially ends in Mena, Arkansas, where you can stay overnight.

Talimena National Scenic Byway, Talihina, OK 74571

Talimena Skyline Drive
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