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. 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. 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 including the Robert S. Kerr Arboretum and Nature Center, the Queen Wilhelmina State Park and Horse Thief Springs, to name but a few. The route officially ends in Mena, Arkansas, where you can stay overnight.
Talimena National Scenic Byway, Talihina, OK 74571