Arkansas & Missouri Railroad

The Arkansas & Missouri Railroad offers one of the most spectacular scenic train rides in the South, traversing the dramatic Boston Mountains of the Ozark Plateau on a historic line that includes one of the longest railroad tunnels in the region. The 134-mile round trip between Springdale and Van Buren passes through towering limestone bluffs, dense hardwood forests, and deep river valleys, descending the rugged Ozark escarpment through a series of tight curves and steep grades. The railroad uses vintage 1940s and 1950s streamlined passenger equipment, providing an authentic mid-century railroad experience. Fall foliage excursions are particularly popular, as the Ozark hardwoods put on a spectacular color display each October.