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bentonville
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When to go : The best time to visit is either spring ( March to May ) or fall ( late September to early November ) for comfortable temperatures , vibrant foliage and fewer crowds compared to summer , making it ideal for outdoor activities like biking . Getting around : Bentonville is an easy place to
drive around , but parking can be tricky in certain parts of the city at peak times . Downtown is compact enough to be explored on foot or by bike . However , it ’ s best to rent a car if you plan to explore further afield , such as the Ozarks , nearby cities like Fayetteville or if you ’ re heading out on a road trip across other parts of the state of Arkansas .
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Stay at the 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville and enjoy VIP-worthy privileges . Our Curated Hotel program offers competitive rates and valuable amenities including a US $ 100 credit , welcome gift , complimentary Wi-Fi and early check-in . Contact us to find out more .
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Contact our agency to book your vacation to Bentonville . spectacular views over an undulating valley carpeted in trees . It ’ s one of the most beautiful parts of the state — even more striking and peaceful than some of the trails in the better-known Ozark National Park .
After a hike , stop at the deli inside the Buffalo Outdoor Center to grab a sandwich — go for the Buffalo River Sasquatch BLT on honey wheat bread — then eat it at nearby Steel Creek . This sun-dappled spot in the shadow of Roark Bluff , a dramatic sight at over 200 feet high , is a storybook setting for a quintessential Ozark pastime . Here , especially on weekends and holidays , families spread out on picnic blankets , while children splash into the river from rope swings . After lunch , head a few miles west to hike the short Lost Valley Trail that follows Clark Creek to Eden Falls and Cob Cave , soundtracked by woodpeckers in the canopy above .
For your final night in Bentonville , enjoy dinner at Junto Sushi , an upscale , small-plates restaurant and hotspot in the new funky Motto by Hilton hotel . Must-orders are the Mandalorian ; a cocktail of tequila , mandarin , lime and agave , and the toban yaki lobster sizzle . image : 21c Museum Hotels . Illustration : Lis Watkins
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