Near Grand Canyon Highway (Arizona Route 67) 43 miles south of U.S. 89A, on the left when traveling south.
Early in the twentieth century, wealthy ladies and gentlemen yearning for a peek at the fabled Grand Canyon found few urban comforts along its northern rim. While visitors on the South Rim relaxed in the luxurious accommodations of the cliff-hugging . . . — — Map (db m163551) HM
Near Grand Canyon Highway (Arizona Route 67) 43 miles south of U.S. 89A.
When Grand Canyon became a national park in 1919, the North Rim was scarcely developed. While the South Rim had grand hotels and many visitor programs and services, the hard-to-reach North Rim had only rustic tent cabins for 40 guests. The National . . . — — Map (db m163289) HM
Near Grand Canyon Highway (Arizona Route 67) 43 miles south of U.S. 89A, on the left when traveling south.
Under the supervision of the Utah Parks Company and architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood, work crews labored to build a lodge that harmonized with its surroundings. Advertisements for this "Hotel in the Wilderness" boasted that it "seems to have . . . — — Map (db m163552) HM
Near Grand Canyon Highway (Arizona Route 67) 43 miles south of U.S. 89A, on the left when traveling south.
A fire consumed the main lodge building at the height of the Great Depression. The September 1, 1932, fire claimed no lives but left only stones. For four years the ruins of the Grand Canyon Lodge stood undisturbed, silhouetted eerily against a . . . — — Map (db m163553) HM
On CC Hill Road (Arizona Route 67), on the right when traveling north.
[Caption]: In the spring of 1902....we began to seek a route across to the north side. But at that time there was no trail across from rim to rim, nor was there a bridge over the Colorado. - . . . — — Map (db m258224) HM
On Cape Royal Road, on the right when traveling east.
"This is one of the wonders of the world! People will come from all quarters of the globe and will pay great sums of money to gaze on what we behold." - Edwin Dilworth "Dee" Woolley
A visionary entrepreneur, "Uncle Dee" . . . — — Map (db m258210) HM
Near Grand Canyon Highway (Arizona Route 67) 43 miles south of U.S. 89A.
Built more than 900 years before the Grand Canyon Lodge, the foundations of this small, two-room dwelling provide a glimpse of the kinds of lodging used by ancestral Puebloan farmers of the North Rim. These native farmers built field houses like . . . — — Map (db m163577) HM
On North Lake Powell Boulevard at Vista Avenue, on the right when traveling east on North Lake Powell Boulevard.
Although the official discovery of Rainbow Bridge did not occur until 1909, there is convincing evidence that prospectors stumbled upon the bridge in the late 1880s. (Certainly JW Powell did not know about the bridge as he floated down the Colorado . . . — — Map (db m254683) HM
Near Fire Road 2607 0.2 miles west of Long Jim Loop Road.
The Tusayan Lookout Tree is an example of one of the earliest fire detection systems in American history.
Early rangers were tasked with keeping the forest safe, especially from wild fire. With little funding and no staff, rangers would . . . — — Map (db m141327) HM
Near West Railroad Avenue west of North Grand Canyon Boulevard.
Welcome to Williams, Arizona, located in the heart of the Kaibab National Forest at an elevation of 6,770 feet.
Founded in 1881, Williams was named for the famous trapper, scout and mountain man, "Old Bill Williams." A statue of "Old Bill" . . . — — Map (db m193233) HM
On West Boston Street (Arizona Route 87) at South San Marcos Place, on the right when traveling west on West Boston Street.
Side A:
Historic A.J. Chandler Park
The centerpiece of Dr. A.J. Chandlers town design in 1912 was a large, rectangular central park. In the early years, this park was covered in Bermuda grass, trees, and included footbridges over . . . — — Map (db m70980) HM WM
On North 58th Avenue at West Glenn Drive, on the right when traveling south on North 58th Avenue.
Originally known as "The Park" or "City Park," Murphy Park has always been the center of downtown Glendale. The park's namesake, W. J. Murphy, established Glendale in 1892 and donated the park to the town in 1909. Residents protected the park as a . . . — — Map (db m30432) HM
On North 58th Avenue at West Glendale Avenue, on the right when traveling south on North 58th Avenue.
Born August 23, 1839 – New Harford, New York
Died April 17, 1923 – Phoenix, Arizona
Buried Greenwood Cemetery
Murphy came to Arizona from Illinois in 1880, to build a section of the Atlantic and Pacific (Santa Fe) Railroad. In . . . — — Map (db m30433) HM
On East Jefferson 0 miles east of 15th Street, on the right when traveling east.
Peace
Eastlake Park has served the inhabitants of Phoenix since the late 1880's. Originally known as Patton's Park, it was developed by the Phoenix Railway Company to serve as a recreational area for patrons of the city's trolley system. The . . . — — Map (db m55058) HM
Near South Rittenhouse Road, on the right when traveling west.
This carousel was purchased from Wally Scott, Elk River, Minnesota. He had it set up in the loft of his old barn. It was disassembled and moved to Schnepf Farms in 1999. It took three months to refurbish. This carousel is listed on the National . . . — — Map (db m94477) HM
Wright visited Arizona in 1927 when he was asked to consult on the designs for the Arizona Biltmore. In the years following that visit, Wright and draughtsmen spent time at temporary sites in Arizona including a desert camp they constructed near . . . — — Map (db m40613) HM
Near North Pipe Spring Road 0.3 miles north of Route 389, on the left when traveling north.
I have personally visited Pipe Spring several times and realize the desirableness of having this area established as a National Monument for the benefit of motorists traveling between Zion and Grand Canyon Parks. —Director Stephen . . . — — Map (db m149343) HM
Near North Pipe Spring Road 0.3 miles north of Route 389, on the left when traveling north.
He laid the foundation of the National Park Service, defining and establishing the policies under which its areas shall be developed and conserved unimpaired for future generations. There will never come an end to the good that he has done. — — Map (db m149341) HM
Established May 31, 1923
Through effort of Stephen T. Mather and friends
Pipe Springs
Occupied in 1863 by Dr. James M. Whitmore, who, with Robert McIntyre, was killed 4 miles S.E. Of here January 3, 1866 by Navajo and Piute . . . — — Map (db m131296) HM
Near Grandview Avenue near West Beale Street (Business Interstate 40).
Dedicated in Memory of
Charles Metcalfe
1855-1943
He deeded in perpetuity this land as a park for the use of Kingman youth. Recognized as a civic leader and land developer, He proposed development of Hualapai Mountain Park. He held . . . — — Map (db m29362) HM
In February of 2021, Kingman Main Street met with . Anne Butler to discuss the commissioning of a bronze sculpture of resident historian im Hinckley. From concept to casting, this project has taken just over a year to complete. This statue is the . . . — — Map (db m280505) HM
On West Andy Devine Avenue (Old U.S. 66) at North 1st Street, on the right when traveling west on West Andy Devine Avenue.
Engine 3759
Engine No. 3759, is a mighty steam engine from an era nearly 100 years ago. An era of iron horses that sped across thousands of miles; an era that has always been entwined with Kingman. But just what is No. 3759, besides one of . . . — — Map (db m194743) HM
On West Andy Devine Avenue at N 1st Street, on the right when traveling west on West Andy Devine Avenue.
Before transformation into a roadside park on U.S. 66, U.S. 93, and U.S. 466 in 1935, this was the rodeo grounds that were also used for sporting events and fairs. In March 1917, the Chicago Cubs played a game against a local team at this site. . . . — — Map (db m280603) HM
On U.S. 93 3 miles north of Willow Beach Road, on the right when traveling south. Reported damaged.
With its rugged mountains, deep canyons, stark deserts, and two large blue lakes, America's first national recreation area is a place of great contrasts. Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) was established in 1964, well after the waters of . . . — — Map (db m193366) HM
Near Petrified Forest Road 2.3 miles east of U.S. 180.
The Rainbow Forest area was the original park head-quarters from 1906 to 1962. In the 1920s, the museum was housed in a tar paper building and instead of a walking trail, a bumpy road wove through Giant Logs. Clearly, many things have changed. But . . . — — Map (db m187257) HM
Near Petrified Forest Road, on the left when traveling north.
Petrified Forest is a laboratory where scientists study not only the fossil record, but the records of earlier discoveries by naturalists and paleontologists.
Interest in the areas fossils goes back to 1853, when a U.S. Army expedition . . . — — Map (db m68873) HM
On Petrified Forest Road, on the left when traveling north.
He laid the foundation of the National Park Service, defining and establishing the policies under which its areas shall be developed and conserved unimpaired for future generations. There will never come an end to the good that he has done. — — Map (db m71151) HM
Near County Highway 221 at Tsegi Canyon Road when traveling east.
This contact station has served many purposes over the years, including an essential role as the monuments first interpretive center.
The Cook Shack The building was originally constructed in 1939 as a nine-by-twelve-foot cook shack for . . . — — Map (db m144354) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
You are standing in the oldest section of the pueblo, the Central Plaza. At one time, the rooms surrounding the plaza may have stood as high as three stories. Traditionally, the plaza area symbolized the Center of the Universe and played an integral . . . — — Map (db m187324) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
In the distance, you can see several mesas. These are called Tuutukwi or the Hopi Buttes, sacred places in Hopi religion. Today, they are used as eagle gathering areas by certain Hopi clans.
Below you are the remains of the East Plaza. Like the . . . — — Map (db m187322) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
Around A.D. 1330, a group of people arrived from the Hopi Mesas, 60 miles north, drawn by the lush flood plain of the Little Colorado River. These people built a 1200 room village; 750 to 1000 people lived in this pueblo.
The people farmed in . . . — — Map (db m187265) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
These large holes, and others visible throughout the pueblo, are the result of illegal digging by treasure seekers and pot hunters. Such acts of careless vandalism not only destroy scientific information, but desecrate ancient and sacred burials. . . . — — Map (db m187267) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
In the depression is a kiva. Kiva means "cellar" or "underground house". Men are primary users of kivas; women and children have access during certain ceremonies and seasons.
This kiva is 14 by 17 feet and 6 feet deep. The floor and benches were . . . — — Map (db m187268) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
On the horizon are the highest mountains in Arizona, the San Francisco Peaks (12,670 feet). The Hopi call them Nuvatukya'ovi and believe they are the home of the Katsina spirits. Katsina are supernatural beings with the power to bring the rain . . . — — Map (db m187271) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
Below you is Paayu, the Hopi name for the Little Colorado River, a year round source of water. Even when dry, water can be found a few feet below the sand. Paayu supported a variety of plant and animal resources, including beaver, elk, antelope, . . . — — Map (db m187270) HM
On North Kinsley Avenue at West 2nd Street (Business Interstate 40), on the right when traveling south on North Kinsley Avenue.
This area was dedicated on September 11, 1999 as a tribute to the memorable song of the 1970's that made Winslow, Arizona a town to sing about on famous Route 66. — — Map (db m36329) HM
On West 1st Street, on the left when traveling west.
In 1972, Peter Toth, a Hungarian born artist, began carving
his Trail of Whispering Giants across the United States. He
said, "I love America. It's the greatest nation in the world
and I want to give a little of myself to my adopted country ". . . . — — Map (db m291210) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.4 miles north of Route 87.
A typical room used for domestic activities would have slab-lined floor pits for cooking and heating similar to those found here in the West Plaza. Storage rooms lacked such floor features.
To the left of these five rooms is an area that was . . . — — Map (db m187266) HM
Near Homolovi State Park Entrance Road 5.5 miles north of Route 87.
Arizona State Parks preserved this vandalized kiva. It is the largest of the kivas in Homol'ovi II and measures 19.7 by 32.8 feet and is 6.6 feet deep. The pit near the south end of the structure is a hearth, and the small stone wall deflects and . . . — — Map (db m187269) HM
Near East Ski Run Road near East Cap Rock Trail, on the left when traveling west.
In 1881, Emerson Stratton, a local rancher, led botanists J.G. and Sara Plummer Lemmon to the top of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Mr. Stratton was so impressed with Mrs. Lemmon that he named the peak after her on the day they arrived at the . . . — — Map (db m302098) HM
On Signal Hill Trail north of Signal Hill Road, on the right when traveling north.
In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) as part of his New Deal program to provide employment for millions of youths who could not find jobs during the depression years. The CCC not only offered . . . — — Map (db m250010) HM
In this part of America, the first documented European contact with American Indians occurred in the late 1600s when the Jesuits established missions along the rivers near here.
Padre Eusebio Kino and his fellow missionaries first visited the . . . — — Map (db m250032) HM
On Signal Hill Road at Golden Gate Road on Signal Hill Road.
The earliest known occupation of Southern Arizona was by Paleo-Indian hunters from about 10,000 to 8,000 B.C. They were followed by Archaic period hunter-gatherers. Hohokam, "the people who have gone," is the name given to the prehistoric people . . . — — Map (db m250034) HM
On North Sacaton Street at West Florence Boulevard on North Sacaton Street.
The Park's opening in the Spring of 2019 includes 12 historic signs along with plaques detailing their significance. The Casa Grande Neon Sign Park neon on the marquee sign in front of you was repurposed from the "TOOLS" sign that was in front of . . . — — Map (db m269105) HM
He laid the foundation of the National Park Service. Defining and establishing the policies under which its areas shall be developed and conserved unimpaired for future generations. There will never come an end to the good that he has done. — — Map (db m27206) HM
Near U.S. 60 at milepost 223 at Boyce Thompson Road, on the right when traveling east.
Colonel William Boyce Thompson was a mining promoter, financial magnate, and Red Cross officer. He fell in love with the Picketpost Mountain area when he first visited his Magma Copper Mine near Superior and chose this spot for his winter home. . . . — — Map (db m117109) HM
On Madera Canyon Road 2 miles south of Proctor Road, on the right when traveling north.
Ignited by lightning, the Florida Fire of July 2005 burned 23,183 acres. Fortunately, the wildfire burned in a mosaic pattern, and only 638 acres were severely burned. Remnants of this severely burned area can be seen across the northeast slope of . . . — — Map (db m305865) HM
On Pennsylvania Avenue near Gray Hawk Trail, on the left when traveling west.
Long before Facebook, Wally and Marion Paton created a universal following in their Patagonia backyard based upon a shade canopy, a few chairs, and some amazing hummingbirds. People came from all corners to enjoy the beautiful birds frequenting . . . — — Map (db m304543) HM
On Interstate 19 Frontage Road near Santa Gertrudis Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Jesuit missionary Eusebio Francisco Kino first visited Tumacαcori in January of 1691. The mission was one of more than twenty established by Kino in the area known by the Spanish as the Pimerνa Alta.
A mission was much more than a . . . — — Map (db m306330) HM
On Montezuma Castle Road 1 mile east of Beaver Creek Estates Road.
It is no coincidence that this diorama made its debut at the same time ladders were removed and access to the cliff dwelling ended.
Before the official end of guided tours of the cliff dwelling on October 1, 1951, park rangers had . . . — — Map (db m251673) HM
Verde Valley has been an active farming region for over 1000 years. During that entire time irrigation canals or "ditches" connected to the Verde River to provide water necessary for native crops, pastures, orchards, and landscaping.
Modern use . . . — — Map (db m250263) HM
Verde Valley has been an active farming region for over 1000 years. During that entire time irrigation canals or "ditches" connected to the Verde River to provide water necessary for native crops, pastures, orchards, and landscaping.
Modern use . . . — — Map (db m250265) HM
On Main Street (Arizona Route 89A), on the right when traveling east.
Laura Williams owned the antique museum which housed numerous artifacts from Jerome. Laura was one of the founding members of the Jerome Historical Society and served as the Secretary/Treasurer from 1953-1974. She was an employee of Newmont . . . — — Map (db m33189) HM
In 1932, Charles Bell constructed this trail through the rugged canyon of Wet Beater Creek. It was, and still is, used to move cattle up and down the Mogollon Rim. Bell Trail is six miles to the edge of the Rim and climbs a rocky 1200 feet in the . . . — — Map (db m187583) HM
On Grand Canyon Caverns Road, on the right when traveling west.
An Arizona natural wonder in continuous operation since 1927.
Recognized by Hampton Hotels Save-A-Landmark program as a site worth seeing — — Map (db m194739) HM
On Gurley Street (Arizona Route 89) at Washington Street., on the right on Gurley Street.
Since 1908, the area of Prescott now known as Ken Lindley Field has been used as a public park and ballfield. The land was deeded to the City of Prescott by Charles T. and Ada M. Joslin in 1922. As Mrs. Joslin requested, the City later . . . — — Map (db m21161) HM
On South McCormick Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Pioneer Trail was developed in 1932 to give access to the Pioneer Monument and commemorative plaque at the end of the trail.
Improvements to the trail were completed in May 2019 as a joint project of the Yavapai Questers and Cole Ortagus' . . . — — Map (db m151185) HM
A cool canyon sanctuary at the confluence of two creeks
Mayhew Lodge, constructed of hand-smoothed logs and adorned with a towering rock chimney, was a rustic retreat attracting politicians, and movie stars. But this grand lodge had . . . — — Map (db m99273) HM
All water for the prison came from the river. Inmates dug a network of tunnels at the base of the hill which would fill with river water. From there water was pumped up into the 85,000 gallon granite-walled tank, also of inmate construction. In . . . — — Map (db m185955) HM
The "New Yard" was constructed in 1900 to help relieve overcrowding. The entrance to the library was closed and the first four cells were made from the library excavation in the south bank. Eight more cells were dug into the east side of the same . . . — — Map (db m185959) HM
Near Prison Hill Road 0.5 miles north of Harold C. Giss Parkway.
Anything a prisoner could not make himself or barter for, he had to do without. As an inmate, forty-eight hours a week were spent working in the fields, quarry, adobe yard, or on assignment in a shop. Whether you needed a tin cup or a new . . . — — Map (db m158293) HM
Cast in 1875
Stands approximately 3 feet high
Weighs approximately 800 lbs. with carriage
This bell was cast by W.T. Garratt's Brass and Bell Foundry in San Francisco, California in 1875. A sailing ship brought the bell up the . . . — — Map (db m185957) HM
Near Prison Hill Road 0.5 miles north of Harold C. Giss Parkway.
Restoration in Progress The Yuma East Wetlands (YEW) is an innovative restoration project pioneered by the Quechan Indian Tribe and the City of Yuma. The 1,418 acres of the YEW are comprised of native riparian wetland, and aquatic habitats . . . — — Map (db m158390) HM
Near Old Post Road 0.7 miles south of State Route 169.
This Stone Was Taken
from
Ruins of Old Bank, built
at
Arkansas Post, 1839.
Arkansas Post State Park.
Created by Act of Legislature 1929.
Introduced by Ballard Deane,
Representative, Arkansas County.
Act . . . — — Map (db m108550) HM
On North Main Street at East Central Avenue (State Highway 72), on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
The Osage Nation first used the area now known as Bentonville for their hunting grounds. The Osage would leave their settlements to hunt in present day Benton County for months at a time before returning to their families. Settlers first . . . — — Map (db m237837) HM
Near East Main Street west of South Maxwell Street.
Restoring the Twin Springs Park & Gardens
In January of 2003, the Siloam Springs Garden Restoration Club, an affiliate of the Arkansas State Federation of Garden Clubs, took on the task of restoring the Twin Springs Park historic garden. . . . — — Map (db m220476) HM
On Fair Avenue east of Arkansas Highway 59, on the right when traveling east.
Founded in 1889 has been entered into the National Registry of Historical Places by the United States Department of the Interior on 7-8-99. — — Map (db m224982) HM
On Prospect Avenue at Linwood Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Prospect Avenue.
Resort home built 1899 by William Henry Reid of Chicago. Architect Theodore C. Link of St. Louis. Design reflects simplicity favored at end of Victorian era. Upper floors are wood with verandas on four sides. Lower floor is Beaver Limestone. In . . . — — Map (db m80118) HM
On Magnetic Drive 0.2 miles east of North Main Street (Arkansas Route 23), on the left when traveling east.
Any metal object placed in the spring
water was widely claimed to become
magnetized. It was also claimed that
exclusive use of the water from
Magnetic Spring would cure physical
debility and aid in overcoming drug
addiction. Drug addiction . . . — — Map (db m225223) HM
On Spring Street north of Main Street (Arkansas Highway 23), on the left when traveling north.
I stood here growing so many years,
I shared your laughter, I shared your tears.
My life was good, beginning to end,
and this is a wish I'd like to send.
Be happy and kind to all around,
and let not sorrow be ever found.
The spirit of . . . — — Map (db m59971) HM
On Prospect Avenue 0.1 miles north of Crescent Drive, on the right when traveling north.
May 20, 1886...
America's newest and most luxurious hotel built at a cost of $294,000.
It was two years ago that Powell Clayton and his associates chose the site of the new Crescent Hotel... twenty seven acres at the north end of West . . . — — Map (db m80116) HM
On Spring Street, on the left when traveling north.
"It is sometimes called The Basin Springs, and is invariably the first resort for visitors. If there is any one in the city you desire to find, if no other way, go to the Basin Springs, seat yourself comfortable, and await his coming."
Prof. . . . — — Map (db m63300) HM
On North 23rd Street 0.2 miles north of Pine Street (Arkansas Highway 8), on the right when traveling north.
Dr. W.D. and Ida Feaster were notable African American civic leaders and educators in Arkadelphia in the 20th century. Originally from South Carolina, they were educated at colleges and universities on the East Coast. In 1906 they moved to . . . — — Map (db m253950) HM
Dr. Thomas William Hardison was a resident of Petit Jean
Mountain for nearly half a century: Struck by the beauty and
natural wonders of the land, he was among the first to
imagine creating a park here to preserve its pristine grandeur
for . . . — — Map (db m233669) HM
On Stouts Point, on the right when traveling east.
During the "roaring twenties" and the following decade of the Great Depression, this location on Petit Jean Mountain,
known as Stout's Point, saw changes that would influence the history of Petit Jean State Park.
In 1920, the Morrilton Chamber . . . — — Map (db m233668) HM
William Cummings Stout
(1824-1886)
In 1849, William Cummings Stout
was the first Arkansan ordained as
a priest of the Episcopal Church.
In 1855, he and his wife purchased
5000 acres spanning both sides of
the Arkansas River beginning . . . — — Map (db m233667) HM
Near Petit Jean Mountain Road (Arkansas Route 154).
You are standing in a place that inspired establishment of
Petit Jean State Park and the entire Arkansas State Parks system.
A Lasting Legacy
Dr. T. W. Hardison is considered the father of
Arkansas State Parks. A long time resident . . . — — Map (db m233680) HM
On Petit Jean Mountain Road, on the left when traveling west.
When the Civilian Conservation Corps worked at Petit Jean in the 1930s, Dionicio Rodrνguez, a
Mexican-born artist, sculpted this small bridge above a goldfish pond in a flower garden. He also sculpted a flower basket that is in rubble on the . . . — — Map (db m233676) HM
On Petit Jean Mountain Road, on the left when traveling west.
This statue honors Civilian Conservation Corps
Company V-1781. these skilled veterans of World War
One built Arkansas's first state park. — — Map (db m233674) HM WM
Davies Bridge, a sturdy Rustic-style structure, stands today as an emblem of the park's Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) heritage and the Davies family's contributions to Arkansas State Parks.
In 1932, Samuel G. Davies, a graduate of . . . — — Map (db m233672) HM
Through time, Cedar Falls has cut through vast layers of
sandstone, creating Cedar Creek Canyon which reaches a
depth of 400 feet.
The rock layer capping Petit Jean Mountain is sandstone, an
ancient sedimentary formation deposited as sand in a . . . — — Map (db m233681) HM
As you explore these unique structures around Petit Jean State Park,
you will find that nature and history are strongly connected here.
Rock House Cave - Explore this sandstone
bluff shelter and look for ancient Native
American . . . — — Map (db m233679) HM
Company V-1781 was the
designation of Petit Jean's CCC.
camp. The "V" indicated the
company employed World War I
veterans. The situation was
relatively unique: only 10 percent
of CCC camps around the United
States were veteran camps. . . . — — Map (db m233675) HM
On Petit Jean Mountain Road, on the right when traveling west.
Formed over eons, this inspiring landscape offers us a sense of wonder.
The landscape of Petit Jean State Park reveals a
story of stone, weather, and time.
Much of Petit Jean's exceptional landscape results from
earthen rock . . . — — Map (db m233687) HM
On State Highway 184 at U.S. 64 on State Highway 184.
Welcome to Northeast Arkansas Pick up your Discovery our guide in the part visitor for center.
From pre-history to today, people have come here for a variety of reasons. Settlers found a state rich in wildlife and wilderness. Ancient . . . — — Map (db m232112) HM
On Front Street just north of Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
Named in honor of Simons Grocery & Bakery and the Simon family who owned and operated the store for over 52 years on Front Street. Brothers George and Fritz Simon, along with other family members and employees, helped make the store a special part . . . — — Map (db m237134) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
The dam seen here was constructed in 1887 & 1888 for the Mammoth Spring Milling Company. Each stone was hand-quarried and fit into place using no mechanical equipment. The concrete structure, to your left on the far side of the dam, is all that . . . — — Map (db m192074) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
Mammoth Spring has been designated a National Natural Landmark This site possesses exceptional value as an illustration of the Nation's natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of mans environment 1990 National Park . . . — — Map (db m192000) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
In 1890, the first Reunion of the Blue and Gray was held at Mammoth Spring, attracting Civil War veterans on both sides from Northern Arkansas and Southern Missouri. It quickly became a popular August event, with most participants arriving . . . — — Map (db m192166) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
This U.S. Model 1861 4.5-inch Ordnance Rifle was known locally as "The Big Gun." The annual Reunion of the Blue and Gray, held at Mammoth Spring, became so popular the U.S. War Department furnished this cannon in 1893. During reunion week, it . . . — — Map (db m192167) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
How has the spring helped the development of Mammoth Spring? The constant flow of water provided a reliable source of power as early as 1835, when a grist mill was located on the banks of the river. As the city flourished, the dam was . . . — — Map (db m192165) HM
Near U.S. 63 at Main Street (State Route 9), on the right when traveling north.
You are standing on the support for a bridge across Spring Lake. The bridge provided an important link between the train station and the city of Mammoth Spring. The first bridge, made of wood, was replaced by a steel bridge. The steel bridge was . . . — — Map (db m192168) HM
On Central Avenue (State Highway 7) just north of Market Street, on the right when traveling north.
Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce Publicity Director Alta Smith created one of the Spas best-known promotional concepts. The image of the Earths globe resting in a bathtub visually represented the towns slogan during the 1940s and 1950s, We . . . — — Map (db m264289) HM
The buildings along Bathhouse Row are the latest stage in a succession of bathhouses. In the 1830s Hot Springs earliest facilities were makeshift shelters perched over individual springs. Later, elaborate Victorian bathhouses flourished along . . . — — Map (db m61774) HM
From its opening the handsome Buckstaff Bathhouse aggressively promoted its image. To gain customers the owners mounted a huge sign on the roof to attract people from the large hotels a block away. Other bathhouses lost character as they modernized, . . . — — Map (db m61793) HM
On Grand Promenade Trail 0.2 miles south of Fountain Street, on the left when traveling south.
After crossing the lower slopes of Hot Springs Mountain, this "red" trail connects with Gulpha Gorge Trail on a ridge above Gulpha Gorge Campground. The Short Cut Trail leads to the summit.
Historic Exercise Trail
For the next 0.2 mile . . . — — Map (db m145671) HM
Inspired by the spas of Europe, Colonel Samuel Fordyce opened this Renaissance Revival bathhouse in 1915. With its copper-framed glass marquee and elegant window design, the Fordyce reflects a crowning achievement of the Golden Age of Bathing.
Its . . . — — Map (db m61771) HM
On Fountain Street 1.1 miles north of Central Avenue (State Highway 7), on the left when traveling east.
Other than the hot baths, hiking the mountain trails was the biggest reason for baseball players to train in Hot Springs. Much of the legendary stamina of pitching legends Cy Young, Walter Johnson, Babe Ruth, and Lefty Grove was forged by hiking the . . . — — Map (db m190715) HM
On Fountain Street 1.2 miles north of Central Avenue (State Highway 7), on the left when traveling west.
Spas thrive on pleasant diversions. In contrast to sedate Bathhouse Row, Happy Hollow developed a a free-wheeling carnival atmosphere.
At the turn of the century, Norman Mcleod opened an amusement park in the vicinity of this cold spring and . . . — — Map (db m145652) HM
Near Central Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Following the Civil War, the
number of visitors to the springs
increased each year. By the early
1870s Hot Springs had gained
widespread popularity across the
nation as a famous health resort. — — Map (db m211135) HM
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