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Forrest City, Arkansas

Forrest City, Arkansas

Forrest City, on the western slopes of Crowley’s Ridge, is a popular exit from Interstate 40 for travelers seeking recreation, historic sites and accommodations. Village Creek State Park is nearby, offering 7,000 acres of woodlands, streams, lakes, cabins and camping. Crowley’s Ridge National Scenic Byway passes through Forrest City as part of its course along the delta’s most unique natural wonder. The St. Francis County Museum, in the downtown area, is filled with memorabilia from the past, including pre-historic artifacts found in the area. Forrest City offers a sports complex, convention facilities and accommodations.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

St. Francis County Museum

Directions: From I-40, take Ark. 1 south through town to Front Street; turn one block east; located at the corner of Front & Izard Streets Located in the restored, historic Rush-Gates home; exhibits include the J.O. Rush relic collection, reconstructed doctor'

Forrest City, AR Museums

Forrest City Downtown Murals

Six murals grace this Delta community's downtown.

Forrest City, AR Murals

Crowley's Ridge National Scenic Parkway

National scenic byway follows the 198-mile length of the Delta's only "highlands;"

Forrest City, AR Scenic Views

Village Creek State Park

Please see Wynne, Arkansas for complete description.

Forrest City, AR State Parks

Forrest City Country Club

Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Forrest City, AR Golf Courses

Things to do near Forrest City, AR

Rector Mural

Painted by local artist Sandy Midkiff, the mural is an Americana representation of the town's landmarks and its role as a far...

Louisiana Purchase State Park

Monument marks starting point of 1815 surveys for the Louisiana Purchase. A newly renovated boardwalk and exhibits lead to th...

Lake Poinsett State Park

Directions: From Harrisburg, travel one mile east on Ark. 14, then go three miles south on Ark. 163 to the park 640-acre l...

Tyndale Hall Bible Museum

Explore 4,000 years of Bible history at this museum; tours by appointment only. ...

Crowley's Ridge Raceway

1/4-mile oval dirt track ...