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479-271-9153 • www.bentonville.org
104 E. Central • Bentonville, AR 72712
1.800.410.2535 • www.bentonville.org
Welcome to beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas. It is our pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you and your traveling companions as you begin your journey. Bentonville has been enticing visitors for years with the Walmart Visitors Center, Peel Mansion Museum and Heritage Gardens, and the Museum of Native American History, and, now, we are attracting visitors for so many more reasons.
We are a city in the midst of a great transformation. Long known as the home of Walmart Stores, Inc., Bentonville has boomed in population, amenities, and attractions over the last several years. A cultural revitalization of parks, public gardens, museums, and restaurants is underway driven by the opening of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
There is time for work and play here and whether you prefer indoor or outdoor exploring, Bentonville has something for everyone. Activities inside include museum and mansion tours as well as art galleries and a burgeoning culinary scene. If the sun and fun are what you crave, enjoy the very best of golfing, boating, biking, fishing, swimming, hiking and much more in Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas.
You will find that we are a very hospitable community and enjoy hosting people from all over the world. Should you need assistance during your visit please do not hesitate to contact the City of Bentonville or the Bentonville Convention and Visitors Bureau staff. We are always eager to help.
We welcome you to our city and invite you to discover the many great things that Bentonville has to offer!
Bob McCaslinMayor
City of Bentonville
Kalene GriffithPresident
Bentonville CVB
3 Bentonville by the Numbers4 Convention and Visitors Bureau5 Strong Heritage 6 Bright Future7 Attractions11 On the Square12 Festivals
13 Sports15 Arvest Ballpark19 Parks and Trails21 Camping 23 Bentonville Map25 Bentonville Downtown Map 27 NWA Regional Map 29 Lodging31 Meeting Spaces
23 Day Trips/Quick Trips37 Transportation41 Relocation Information39 Regional Media43 Convenience Stores
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www.bentonville.org
Population 35,301
County BentonArea Code (479)Postal Zip Codes 72712, 72716Area 21.2 square milesGPS Coordinates 36 22’0” N,
94 12’48” W
Elevation 1,280 feet
Average AnnualRainfall 45.7 inches
Average Temperatures January High 43 Low 20 July High 89 Low 66
Frost Dates October 10-20 (first) April 15-20 (last)
Records 114 High - 14 Low
Bella Vista, AR <1 mile north
Rogers, AR <1 mile east
Springdale, AR 15 miles southFayetteville, AR 20 miles south
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Distance from Bentonville
by the numbersWe invite you to stop by the Bentonville Convention and Visitors Bureau office located on the downtown square. You will find all kinds of resources – maps, guides, brochures and more – to help make your stay in our community a memorable one. In addition to news and information about Bentonville, we also offer visitor information for many other communities
throughout Northwest Arkansas.
Beyond information and souvenirs, our professional staff is available to help you plan your meeting, convention, wedding, reunion, tournament, or group tour. We also encourage you to contact us for booking your leisure travel. You can count on us to connect you with local vendors to provide everything from lodging and dining to venue rentals and transportation. Our services are complimentary.
We are in the business of promoting our community. We welcome feedback on how to better serve both the recreational and the corporate visitors that are considering a stay in our region. Please direct feedback to [email protected].
SPECIAL OFFER: Mention this travel guide when you stop by our offices and get a free gift!
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As proud as we are of our past, Bentonville is just as excited about the opportunities for our community that lie ahead. Whether you arrive by plane, train, bus, bike or car expect to be energized by all the remarkable signs of growth our community is experiencing.
Although many visitors originally come to Bentonville for business at the Home Office of Walmart or Sam’s Club, there are many other reasons to mix business with pleasure on your trip. There is time for work and play here and no matter you preferences count on finding the very best of arts and theater, hiking and biking, and a burgeoning culinary scene.
As we enjoy continued growth and prosperity as a community, one of the most exciting projects to date is the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. This premier national art institution dedicated to American art and artist is founded by Alice Walton, daughter of the late Sam & Helen Walton. The Museum houses works from American artists along with galleries dedicated to regional art and artists and rotating exhibits.
The entire Crystal Bridges campus sits on 120 acres of lush forest, and the Museum gets its name from a nearby natural spring and from the unique bridge construction incorporated into the building design. The glass and wood design by world-renowned architect Moshie Safdie features a series of pavilions divided by two spring-fed ponds. Visitors experience not only the museum, but also the park-like setting of a series of urban trails peppered with interactive sculpture and gardens connecting the campus to beautiful Downtown Bentonville.
Founded in 1836 and named in honor of Senator Thomas Hart Benton, Bentonville was the first town established in Benton County, once the leading agricultural region in the state.
The city’s nickname, “The Fruit City,” was earned in part by the fact that Benton County was the largest apple-producing county in the United States – with an unprecedented 300+ varieties originating from Bentonville itself.
Blight devastated the area’s fruit industry in the early 1900’s and forced the community to concentrate on local business which continues to thrive. While strolling the Bentonville Square today, it is easy to imagine a turn of the century bustling community-everything from an opera house and movie theaters to doctor’s offices and merchant shops, all the way to a distillery and more have found a home in downtown Bentonville over the years. The statue in the center of the town square was dedicated in 1908 in memory of Confederate soldiers and is to this day one of the most photographed vignettes in our community.
On a sunny May morning in 1950, a young man by the name of Sam Walton opened the doors to the family business on the west side of the Bentonville Square. It is from that single location with its simple red and white striped awning – which is now the official Walmart Visitor Center – that the Walton’s breathed life into what would become one of the world’s largest retail empires. The rest, as they say, is history.
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COMPTON GARDENS479.254.3870 www.comptongardens.org
Compton Gardens and Conference Center are named after Dr. Neil Compton, a noted Bentonville physician, writer, photographer, founder of the Ozark Society, and savior of the Buffalo River. The Conference Center is the re-modeled home of Dr. Compton and now serves as a rental facility for seminars, conferences, workshops, retreats, intimate weddings, and private events. The green oasis that surrounds the conference center consists of 6.5 acres of native woodland which serves as a regional destination garden.
MUSEUM OF NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY479.273.2456www. monah.us
Founder David Bogle invites you to take a walk through pre-historic times in one of the areas most fascinating museums. The facility is divided into five different time periods that will guide you through the constant changing lives of the
Native Americans as seen through their artifacts. Displays feature relics dating from over 14,000 years ago to more recent historic times. Large groups are welcome and encouraged to make reservations. The museum is located at 202 SW “O” Street in Bentonville.
WALMART VISITOR CENTER479.273.1329www.walmartstores.com
One of the most popular attractions in Bentonville is the Walmart Visitor Center located on the Downtown Bentonville Square at 105 North Main Street. It is the original location of the Walton’s 5 & 10, the retail venture launched by Sam Walton in 1950. View everything from the exact re-creation of Sam’s personal office to his favorite old Ford truck as well as many other Walton family treasures. The center underwent major renovations and expansions in 2010-2011 to include more interactive exhibits and displays as well as the Spark Café, a great place to grab a snack and a cup of coffee or latte. More renovations are planned for 2012 to include meeting and gallery space. The Walmart Visitor Center is truly a family friendly museum that visitors enjoy exploring again and again.
PEEL MANSION MUSEUM & HERITAGE GARDENS479.273.9664www.peelmansion.org
Built in 1875 by Colonel Samuel West Peel on the outskirts of Bentonville, Peel Mansion is a marvelous example of Italianate structure surrounded by historic
roses, perennials and native fauna. Inside enjoy rare pine graining, elegant balustrades, Anglo-Japanese mantles, Greek Revival molded trim and more. Observe the authentic period details in the lighting devices ranging from kerosene lamps to chandeliers.
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Get a real feel for our hometown by visiting the busy district centered around the Downtown Bentonville Square. In addition to the original Walton 5 & 10 – which now serves as the official Walmart Visitor Center - enjoy shopping with local retailers that sell
everything from school and party supplies to bicycles, jewelry and more. Step inside one of the eclectic boutiques in the area or satisfy your craving for scrumptious cuisine. The square is also the center of seasonal events and activities such as:
• Farmers Market • Ice Rink• First Friday • Splash Park• Art Walk • Christmas Parade• Lighting of the Square • Pickin’ on the Square
Northwest Arkansas is known for fantastic arts and crafts festivals. With spring and fall festivals, Bentonville is a great place to shop for unique gifts.
• Bella Vista Arts & Crafts Festival (fall only)
• Frisco Station Mall Arts & Crafts Festival
• Jones Center Arts & Crafts Festival (fall only)
• Ozark Regional Arts & Crafts Show
• Sharp’s Show of War Eagle
• Spanker Creek Farm Arts & Crafts Festival
• The War Eagle Fair (fall only)
• The War Eagle Mill Antique & Crafts Show
Check our website – www.bentonville.orgfor craft fair dates, event details or to request a craft fair map.
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NCAA FIVE STATE SOFTBALL CLASSICFebruary 23-26, 2012 | www.uamsports.comOne of Bentonville newest events, the NCAA Division II Five State Classic brings in softball teams from Arkansas, Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Alabama. This four day event is packed full of some of the most exciting women’s division II softball in the country. Games run from Thursday afternoon February 23, 2012 through the end of day Sunday, February 26th.
WALMART NORTHWEST ARKANSAS CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY P & GJune 26-July 1, 2012 | www.pgbeautychampionship.com2011 marks the 5th Annual P & G Northwest Arkansas Championship LPGA golf tournament at the Pinnacle Hills Country Club in Rogers, AR. Golf greats Paula Creamer and Michelle Wie along with former Razorback Stacy Lewis will demonstrate their skills as they compete for the title of the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by Proctor & Gamble. Visit the website for ticket information.
BENTONVILLE RUNNING FESTIVALMarch 31, 2012 | www.runbentonville.comRunners from around the nation will embark on the second annual Bentonville Running Festival produced by the Bentonville Parks and Recreational Department. The race begins and ends on the historic downtown square and runners will weave through tree-covered streets and paved pedestrian nature trails throughout the downtown area. Event includes a half marathon, 5K and Fun Run, Expo, and Pasta Party. Visit the website for more details.
RAZORBACK ATHLETICSYear Round | www.arkansasrazorbacks.comRazorback Athletics draws huge crowds year round in Northwest Arkansas. This SEC program boasts 40 national championship track titles, one football national title, and one basketball national championship. Visit the website for ticket and venue information.
Sports are such a big part of the culture of Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas. Bentonville is known for its amazing sports facilities which are gathering places for enthusiasts year round. Below are several of our sports facilities and their amenities. For more details, visit the sports venue section of our website.
MEMORIAL PARKWe consider it 53 acres of fun! You will find tennis, sand volleyball, soccer fields, and basketball courts as well as baseball and softball fields. Memorial Park also features two playground areas, walking trails and a large covered pavilion. Located at the intersection of Moberly Lane and HWY 72.
MELVIN FORD AQUATIC CENTERWe take swimming seriously in Bentonville. The Melvin Ford Aquatic Center is part of the Memorial Park complex and features an Olympic-sized pool, diving pool, waterslide, wading pool, and a raindrop fountain for toddlers. Located at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and John DeShields Blvd. in Bentonville.
PHILLIPS PARK Covering 40 acres off SE “J” Street, this park features a playground, youth baseball, youth softball and multi-purpose fields.
DISC GOLF COURSE18-hole disc golf course located at Lake Bella Vista, adjacent to Highway 71.
ERNEST G. LAWRENCE PLAZABentonville’s newest sports recreation complex, Lawrence Plaza features ice skating in the winter months and converts into a splash park during the summer. In the winter, Bentonville hosts exhibitions from skating athletes from around the state. The park also features an amphitheatre where music and movies are scheduled during festival days.
TIGER ATHLETIC COMPLEXThis state-of-the-art stadium and multi-purpose facility includes an indoor turf field, work-out facility, and football stadium that seats 6000 complete with a press box. Included in this complex is a 1000 seat baseball and softball complex, 500 seat soccer and track facility as well as Tiger Arena which houses basketball, volleyball, and auxiliary courts totaling three full courts with the main arena seating 1700.
CHECK THE WEB! For a full listing of city parks, please visit www.bentonvillear.com
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The excitement surrounding the Northwest Arkansas Naturals begins at the new Arvest Ballpark which opened for its inaugural season in April 2008. This 2010 Texas League Champion is an affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. As per the Professional Base-ball Agreement, every Major League team uses a Minor League System to meet their developmental needs and that development is happening right down the road from Bentonville.
Look for the hairy, loveable sasquatch, the team mascot “found right here in the mountainous terrain of the Ozarks,” complete with a big smile on his face and proudly wearing the number “08” on the back of his Naturals home jersey out in the community and on game days at the Arvest Ballpark!
You can find the most current information on tickets, game times, promotions and other exciting minor league baseball news at www.nwanaturals.com.
Arvest Ballpark
Golf Courses
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Rugged natural beauty and the region’s rolling hills combine to create our challenging public, semi-private and private area golf courses. Each fall, enjoy the striking jewel tones of the changing leaves of the Ozark hardwoods or enjoy the beautiful redbuds and dogwood blooms each spring. Although there is not technically a “closed” season for our beautiful area courses, they do close temporarily during snowfall or extended temperatures below freezing.
Public Golf Facilities(# of holes/par/yards/miles from Bentonville)
THE CREEKS PUBLIC LINKS479.248.1000 | Cave Springs (18/71/6,009/10)THE GREENS ON BLOSSOM WAY479.631.1811 | Rogers (9/35/2,900/8)THE LINKS AT LOWELL (Par 3)479-770-2100 | Lowell (9/27/2,372/12)
SILOAM SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB479.524.4269 | Siloam Springs (9/70/5,854/38)
Practice RanqesON TARGET GOLF CENTER 479.273.1316 | BentonvilleTANYARD CREEK PRACTICE CENTER 479.855.8133 | Bella Vista BACK NINE GOLF ACADEMY479-715-6500 | Bentonville
Semi-Private Golf Courses(# of holes/par/yards/miles from Bentonville)
BIG SUGAR GOLF CLUB479.451.9550 | Pea Ridge (18/72/7,200/10)THE LINKS AT BENTONVILLE479.271.0163 | Bentonville (9/32/3,558/0)THE LINKS AT LOWELL479.770.6066 | Lowell (9/27/2,372/12)LOST SPRINGS GOLF COURSE479.631.9988 | Rogers (18/72/6,928/5)PRAIRIE CREEK COUNTRY CLUB479.925.2414 | Rogers (18/72/6,574/13)
Private Golf Courses(# of holes/par/yards/miles from Bentonville)
BELLA VISTA COUNTRY CLUB479.855.8130 | Bella Vista (18/72/6,900/10)BRANCHWOOD GOLF COURSE (Par 3)479.855.8181 | Bella Vista (9/27/1,211/16)HIGHLANDS GOLF COURSE479.855.8150 | Bella Vista (18/72/6,369/15)KINGSDALE GOLF COMPLEX: BERKSDALE GOLF COURSE 479.855.8123 | Bella Vista (18/72/6,394/7) KINGSWOOD GOLF COURSE 479-855-8123 | Bella Vista (18/71/6,247/7)METFIELD GOLF COMPLEX: DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF COURSE 479.855.8160 | Bella Vista (18/71/5,735/10) BRITTANY GOLF COURSE 479.855.8160 | Bella Vista (9/31/1,909/10)SCOTSDALE GOLF COURSE479-855-8140 | Bella Vista (18/72/6,745/12)
MASTER TRAIL PLAN The Bentonville Trail System consists of three looped trails within the parks, seven linear pedestrian pathways and bikeways along city streets, an all-terrain mountain bike trail, and on-road bicycle routes, creating a network of over 35 miles of trail. Plans are underway to connect Bentonville to Fayetteville via the Razorback Regional Greenway. The full greenway is estimated to be complete by December 2013.BENTONVILLE AREA TRAILSTrail DistanceArt TrailBurns Trail Crystal Bridges TrailDogwood TrailDowntown TrailJohn DeShields Blvd Trail Lake Bella Vista Trail Memorial Park Fitness Trail Moberly Lane Bike Trail North Bentonville Trail Northeast “J” Street Trail Orchard TrailRock Ledge TrailSlaughter Pen Trail Town Branch Park TrailTiger Blvd Trail Tulip Tree TrailWishing Springs Trail Total miles: 36.00
LAKE BELLA VISTA TRAIL This is a marked, paved 1.75 mile trail that features benches, picnic tables, a playground and a Disc Golf Course. Take in the beauty of the lake which covers 22 acres and is approximately 8 feet deep. Located adjacent to Highway 71 and running around Lake Bella Vista, it’s perfect for bikers, hikers and dog walkers! CRYSTAL BRIDGES TRAIL This paved bike and pedestrian trail begins at beautiful Compton Gardens and winds north through lush tree canopy-covered paths. Stop off at the Crystal Bridges Observation Deck to view Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art from this incredible vantage point. Continue on the path and connect to the North Bentonville Trail. Great for leisurely walks, bicycles, dog walkers, strollers and runners. The trail is ADA accessible.TANYARD CREEK NATURE TRAIL This trail features a 2 ½ mile loop complete with swinging bridge and a view from above of the Lake Windsor waterfall. It is located in Bella Vista, approximately 1 ½ miles west of Highway 71 on Highway 340 in Bella Vista.PEA RIDGE NATIONAL MILITARY PARK TRAILS479.451.8122 | www.nps.gov/periThis facility features three separate trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Located on Hwy 62E in Pea Ridge.ROCK LEDGE TRAIL This 1/2 miles trail takes it name from the rock bluffs once carved into the hills to make way for a 19th century railroad that was never completed. This soft surface, pedestrian-only trail overlooks several sculptures and the Crystal Bridges Trail.
SLAUGHTER PEN HOLLOW MULTI-USE TRAIL SYSTEM www.slaughterpen.com•16milesofprogressivemulti-usetrail•Optionaltraillinestomorechallengingtechnicaltrailfeatures•Freeride/skillspark•Dirtjumps•Pumptrack•Downhillslalom/BMXTrack•Woodenfeatures:wallride,1/4pipe,elevatedladderbridges.Directions: Take I-540 to exit 93. This will put you on Walton Blvd. Take first left on to NW “A” St. Take first left into back of medical center parking lot.
HOBBS STATE PARK www.arkansasstateparks.comHobbs State park’s new 17,531-square-foot visitor center features state-of-the-art exhibits and is located just 15 miles east of Bentonville Town Square on State Highway 12. At Hobbs State Park, find long ridges, steep hollows, indigenous wildlife, wildflowers and more. Trails include: • HIDDEN DIVERSITY MULTI-USE TRAIL (16 miles, hiking, biking and horseback riding welcomed) • PIGEON ROOST TRAIL (8 ½ miles, moderately strenuous hiking) • SHADDOX HOLLOW TRAIL (1 ½ miles, hiking) • VAN WINKLE TRAIL (1/2 mile, interpretive sign panels describe the historic home and mill sites of the Peter Van Winkle family during and after the Civil War)BENTONVILLE BARK PARKwww.bentonvillear.com/parks_dogpark.htmlThe Bentonville Bark Park is an off-leash recreation area for dogs and dog lovers. The primary purpose is to provide exercise and socialization opportunities for our four-legged friends while promoting responsible dog ownership through events and programs.ORCHARD TRAIL Orchard Trail provides access to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s main entrance from Orchards Park and NE J Street. This hard surface half mile trail is great for walking or biking and has a gentle slope.ART TRAIL The 1/3 mile Art Trail features sculpture, an amphitheater, and connects the Museum’s south entrance to the Crystal Bridges Trail. Trail provides access to springs and features many native plants, including cone flowers, American basket flowers, and black-eyed susans.DOGWOOD TRAIL Pedestrian friendly, the 1 mile Dogwood Trail features over 500 dogwood trees that flower during spring. In addition to being the longest trail on Crystal Bridges property, the Dogwood features several natural seating areas carved out of the forest. Trail connects to the Rock Ledge Trail and the City of Bentonville’s Enfield Trail.TULIP TREE TRAIL/CRYSTAL SPRING TRAIL The crushed granite Tulip Tree Trail features some of the largest trees on the Crystal Bridges grounds, and includes access to the Tulip Tree Shelter which was fashioned from a scale mock-up of the Museum’s pine beamed roof structure that was created during the design phase. Forming a loop from the Tulip Tree Trail, Crystal Spring Trail features a natural spring that flows from the ground at a cool 50 degrees and feeds into the Museum’s ponds. This 1/2 mile trail provides access to the Museum’s Great Hall and South Lobby.
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PEA RIDGE GARDEN RV 479.451.8566 | Garfield, AR | http://gardenrv.comSite features 50 full service sites with water, sewer, electric (both 30 and 50 amp hookups), swimming pool (summer only), game room and laundry facilities.
BEAVER LAKE HIDE-A-WAY RV PARK479-925-1333 | Rogers, ARFull hook-up RV sites, tent sites, fully equipped cabins, sleeping cottages, swimming pool, playground, hiking trails, large pavilion, groceries, gifts, bait, showers, laundry, boat dock with swim deck, fishing guides, open year round.
BIG ELK CAMPING AND CANOE www.bigelkcampcanoe.com417.223.4635 | Pineville, MOA short 15 minute drive north of Bentonville on Highway 71, Big Elk offers 60 full service sites with a large area for tent camping as well. Showers, pavilion, volleyball court, game room and more are included.
THE CREEKS RV PARKwww.nwarvresort.com479.248.1000 | Cave Springs, ARLocated on 200 acres in the beautiful Osage Valley, the Creeks RV Resort and Golf Course offers an array of amenities and services. New facilities with 60 fully paved deluxe sites, 30/50 AMP services, city water and sewer, cable TV, free WiFi, 18 hole golf course and club house.
SHADY BEACH CAMPGROUNDwww.shadybeach.com800.745.6481 | Noel, MOShady Beach is situated on the beautiful, clear Elk River with grassy shaded camping and 1/4 mile beachfront accessible for camping, swimming or just relaxing. Shady Beach also offers 35 full service sites, tent camping, 13 cabins and canoe rentals are available.
RIVER RANCH RESORTwww.riverranchresort.com800-951-6121 | Noel, MORiver Ranch is located in the four state area and offers 40 A/C cabins on the water, canoes, rafts, kayaks, tubes, 18 full hookup RV sites, tent sites, BBQ, ice cream and group packages.
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Bentonville Super 8
Best Western Castlerock Inn & Suites
Comfort Suites
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Economy Lodge
Econo Lodge
Hartland Lodge
Hidden Valley Inn
Hilton Garden Inn
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La Quinta Inn & Suites
Laughlin House Bed and Breakfast
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Merchant Flats on 8th
Microtel Inn & Suites
Pines Motel
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Springhill Suites by Marriott
Suburban Extended Stay
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Travelodge
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2301 SE Walton Blvd.
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2011 SE Walton Blvd.
1001 McClain Road
3408 SE Moberly Lane
301 SE Walton Blvd.
1209 N Walton Blvd.
3609 Moberly Lane
1002 S Walton Blvd.
2002 Timber Trail
2204 SE Walton Blvd.
2205 SE Walton Blvd.
1001 SE Walton Blvd.
102 NW 3rd Street
2101 SE Hilton Head Dr.
206 SW 8th Street
911 SE Walton Blvd.
3400 S Walton Blvd.
3001 NE 11th St.
1120 S Walton Blvd.
2304 SE Walton Blvd.
200 SW Suburban Lane
3100 SE 14th Street
2307 SE Walton Blvd.
1201 Phyllis Street
7400 SW Old Farm Blvd.
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Days Inn & Suites
Economy Lodge
Executive Center
Hilton Garden Inn
Holiday Inn Express
Jackson House
La Quinta Conference Center
Microtel Inn & Suites
NWACC
Peel Mansion & Heritage Gardens
Simmons Suites
South Walton Suites
Springhill Suites by Marriott
Towneplace Suites by Marriott
Wingate By Wyndham
1901 SE “J” Street - Bentonville High School
7640 SW Regional Airport Blvd
501 SE Walton Blvd.
2011 SE Walton Blvd.
312 N Main Street
1001 McClain Road
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3408 SE Moberly Lane
1209 N Walton Blvd.
116 S Walton Blvd.
2204 SE Walton Blvd.
2205 SE Walton Blvd.
309 S Main Street
1001 SE Walton Blvd.
911 SE Walton Blvd.
1 College Drive - NWACC Campus
400 S Walton Blvd.
3001 NE 11th Street
1120 S Walton Blvd.
2304 SE Walton Blvd.
3100 SE 14th Street
7400 SW Old Farm Blvd.
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Take the road less traveled with day trips to these nearby attractions:
BOSTON MOUNTAINS SCENIC LOOPCompare and contrast these two very divergent roads that form this scenic route – US 71 and I-540. US 71 – the Arkansas Scenic Byway – forms half the route as it heads south out of Fayetteville. See and feel firsthand the rugged geography of the region as it twists, turns and dips through this part of the drive. Contrasting sharply with US 71, enjoy the smooth, modern composition of Scenic Highway 540 as you seemingly glide over all of nature’s offerings – with a single exception to the rule being a tunnel through a granite ridge near Winslow. If life truly is a “highway,” you won’t want to miss this one!
EUREKA SPRINGS, ARKANSASWhether you opt to have a soothing mineral bath that has been a part of the intrigue for those seeking restoration in Eureka Springs for centuries or if you simply choose to take advantage of a world class massage at one of the city’s day spas, you will enjoy your short visit to this destination. Located approximately 40 miles east of Bentonville, you can also experience the city’s Historic District or visit local shops and galleries for the day. You can also experience the city’s most haunted spots or visit one of our many art galleries. Find out more about this destination at www.eurekasprings.org.
BRANSON, MISSOURIConsider making the two-hour drive over to Branson, MO and visit what is heralded as the “live music show capital of the world.” It’s home to everything from Silver Dollar City to nearly fifty live performance theaters. Find out more about this destination at www.explorebranson.com.
Less than 10 milesCARMIKE SUGAR CREEK 10 CINEMASugar Creek Center & Hwy 71, Bella Vista | 479.855.3456
C.B. CRAIG FISH HATCHERYW Fish Hatchery Road, Centerton | 877.795.2470 www.agfc.com
DAISY AIR GUN MUSEUM202 W Walnut Street, Rogers | 479.986.6873www.daisymuseum.com
MALCO PINNACLE HILLS 12 CINEMAPinnacle Hills Parkway, Exit 83, Rogers | 479.936.8494 www.malco.com
PINNACLE HILLS PROMENADE SHOPPINGPinnacle Hills Parkway, Exit 83, Rogers | 479.936.2160www.pinnaclehillspromenade.com
ROGERS HISTORICAL MUSEUM322 S Second Street | 479.621.1154www.rogersarkansas.com/museum/
ROGERS LITTLE THEATER116 S Second Street | 479.631.8988www.rogerslittletheater.org
ROGERS TOWNE CINEMA621 N 46th Street | 479.631.5865www.malco.com
VETERANS WALL OF HONORBella Vista www.veteransmonumentbellavistaar.com
MILDRED B. COOPER MEMORIAL CHAPEL504 Memorial Drive, Bella Vista | 479.855.6598
Less than 20 milesBEAVER LAKE LODGE OF THE OZARKS14733 Dutchman’s Drive, Rogers | 479.925.2313Canoe and kayak sales and rentalswww.beaverlake.com/beaverlakelodges
BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS4703 N Crossover Road, Fayetteville | 479.750.2620www.bgozarks.org
LOST BRIDGE MARINA12861 Marina Road, Garfield | 479.359.3222www.lostbridgemarina.com
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Day Trips
Quick Trips
OLD SPANISH TREASURE CAVE14290 N Highway 59, Gravette | 479.787.6508www.spanish-treasure-cave.com
WAR EAGLE CAVERNHighway 12, Rogers | 479.789.2909www.wareaglecavern.com
WAR EAGLE MILLHighway 12, Rogers | 479.789.5343www.wareaglemill.com
WILD WILDERNESS SAFARI20923 Safari Road, Gentry | 479.736.8383Drive-thru zoo with gift shopwww.wildwildernessdrivethroughsafari.com
Within 30 Miles
ARKANSAS AIR MUSEUMDrake Field, Highway 71. Fayetteville | 479.521.4947www.amrailroad.com
ARKANSAS – MISSOURI RAILROAD306 East Emma, Springdale | 479.751.8600www.arkansasmissouri-rr.com
ARTS CENTER OF THE OZARKS214 South Main Street, Springdale | 479.751.5441www.artscenteroftheozarks.org
ARVEST BALLPARK3000 S. 56th Street, Springdale| 479.927.4900www.nwanaturals.com
CLINTON HOUSE930 W. Clinton Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72701 | 479-444-0066www.clintonhousemuseum.org
DEVIL’S DEN STATE PARK11333 W Highway 74, West Fork | 479.761.3325www.arkansasstateparks.com/devilsden
HEADQUARTERS HOUSE118 E Dickson Street, Fayetteville | 479.521.2970www.headquartershouse.org
JONES CENTER922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale | 479.756.8090www.thejonescenter.org
LOKOMOTION FAMILY PARK4520 N College Avenue, Fayetteville | 479.582.5656www.lokomotion.com
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS MALL4201 North Shiloh Dr, Fayetteville | 479.521.6151www.northwestarkansasmall.com
PRAIRIE GROVE BATTLEFIELD STATE PARKHighway 62, Prairie Grove | 479.846.2990www.arkansasstateparks.com/prariegrovebattlefield/
SHILOH MUSEUM OF OZARK HISTORY118 W Johnson Avenue, Springdale | 479.750.8165www.shilohmuseum.org
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSASFayetteville | 479.575.2000www.uark.edu
WALTON ARTS CENTER495 W Dickson Street, Fayetteville | 479.443.5600www.waltonartscenter.org Area Tourism InformationBENTONVILLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU800.410.2535 | www.bentonville.org
ROGERS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU479.636.1240 | www.visitrogersarkansas.com
SPRINGDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE479.872.2222 | www.springdale.com
FAYETTEVILLE VISITORS BUREAU800.766.4626 | www.experiencefayetteville.com
SILOAM SPRINGS CHAMBER479.524.6466 | www.siloamchamber.com
EUREKA SPRINGS ADVERTISING & PROMOTION COMMISSION800.638.7352 | www.eurekasprings.org
Quick Trips
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TRANSPORTATIONWhether you are arriving by plane or by car, expect first class transportation options at your disposal in Bentonville, AR. Interstate 540 - which runs north and south - connects every major NWA city. Public transportation linking Bentonville, Rogers, Lowell, Springdale and Fayetteville is provided by the Ozark Regional Transit Authority. The following transportation services are available in the region
AIRLINESAllegiant 702.505.8888 www.allegiantair.com
American Eagle 800.433.7300 www.aa.com
Continental Express 800.523.3273 www.continental.com
Delta Airlines 800.221.1212 www.delta.com
United 800.864.8331 www.united.com
US Airways Express 800.428.4322 www.usairways.com
AIRPORTSBentonville Municipal 479.254.0817 2500 SW Aviation St. www.bentonvillear.com
NW Arkansas Regional 479.205.1000 1 Airport Blvd., #100 www.nwara.com
Rogers Municipal 479.631.1400 HWY 62 East, #3 Airport Dr. www.rogersarkansas.com
CAR RENTAL AGENCIESAvis 888.897.8448/479.205.0227 www.avis.com
Budget 800.527.0700/479.205.0100 www.budget.com
Dollar 800.810.4000/479.205.1130 www.dollar.com
Enterprise 800.736.8222/479.205.0900 www.enterprise.com
Hertz 800.654.3131/479.205.0388 www.hertz.com
National 800.227.7368/479.205.1125 www.nationalcar.com
Thrifty 800.847.4389/479.205.1130 www.thrifty.com
BUSES / SHUTTLES / TAXIS / LIMOUSINES
AAA Car/Taxi Service 479.644.8469Jim’s Express 479.205.0011NWA Taxi 479.636.8294Dynasty Transportation 800.521.0097Pinnacle Limousine 479.205.0505& Car ServiceDown Under Taxi 479.856.2888Abundant Transportation 479.553.8294
LODGING FACILITIES WITH SHUTTLES
Comfort Suites 479.254.9099
Doubletree Guest Suites 479.845.7770
Wingate by Wyndham 479.418.5400
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONOzark Regional Transit 800.865.5901 www.ozark.org
Transportation
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To help you make the transition to Northwest Arkansas, below we have listed contact information to assist you in your move to Bentonville!
CABLE TELEVISION479.751.2000•800.822.4433www.cox.com
CITY HALL479.271.3112117 West Central Avenue www.bentonvillear.com CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 479.273.2841200 East Central Avenue www.bbvchamber.com
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION 479.271.1000215 East Central Avenue www.co.benton.ar.us COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT 479.986.13001200 West Walnut, Suite #2200www.co.benton.ar.us DOWNTOWN BENTONVILLE, INC 479.254.0254301 NE Blakewww.downtownbentonville.org
ELECTRIC COMPANIES Bentonville City Utilities479.271.3100
Carroll Electric Cooperative 479.273.2421
FIRE DEPARTMENT 479.271.3151800 SW “A” Streetwww.bentonvillear.com
GAS COMPANY SourceGas 800.563.0012219 N Third Street, Rogerswww.sourcegasarkansas.com
HOSPITALSMercy Health Ctr. 479.338.8000 2170 Rife Medical Lanewww.mercy4u.com
Northwest Medical Center Of Benton County 479.553.10003000 SE Medical Parkwaywww.northwesthealth.com
POLICE DEPARTMENT 479.271.3170908 SE 14th Streetwww.bentonvillear.com
POST OFFICE 479.273.27221706 S Walton Boulevardwww.usps.gov PUBLIC LIBRARY479.271.3192405 S Main Street, Bentonvillewww.youseemore.com
PUBLIC SCHOOLS479.254.5000500 Tiger Boulevard www.bentonville.k12.ar.us
STATE OF ARKANSAS877.727.3468800.NAT.URALwww.arkansas.gov/www.arkansas.com
TELEPHONE COMPANIES AT&T 800.222.0300Cox Digital Telephone 888.GET.MORE
TOURIST INFORMATION800.410.2535104 E Centralwww.bentonville.org
VOTER REGISTRATION479.271.5704215 E Central
Relocation Information
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Citiscapes Metro Monthly Magazine231WMountainSt.•Fayetteville479.582.1061•www.citiscapes.com
CBS • Channel 54201NShilohDr.•Fayettevillewww.kfsm.com•479.521.1330
ABC • Channel 29 • Cable Channel 7479.521.10102809AjaxAve,Ste200•Rogerswww.4029tv.com
FOX Channel 24 Cable Channel 8479.571.510015SBlock,Suite101•Fayettevillewww.nwahomepage.com
NBC Channel 51 Cable Channel 9479.571.510015SBlock,Suite101•Fayettevillewww.nwahomepage.com
NW Arkansas Democrat GazetteBenton County Daily Record104W“A”Street•479.271.3700www.nwanews.com
NEWSPAPERS & MAGAZINES
TELEVISION STATIONS
Celebrate Arkansas Magazine3333 Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Suite100 Rogers•479.273.3700www.celebratearkansas.com
Kid’s Directory100 N Dixieland Road, Suite D2Rogers479.640.2469•www.nwakd.com
4241 www.bentonville.org
Visit www.bentonville.org for a complete listof local and regional publications
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Whether you’re in need of gas or food to fuel your day, convenience stores are literally just around the corner here in Bentonville!
AIRPORT PLAZA CONOCO7402 SW Regional Airport Blvd 479-224-6444
AL’S BP 2410 SW 14th Street | 479.254.3811
BENTONVILLE TIGER STOP1301 N Walton Boulevard | 479.271.6250
CASEY’S GENERAL STORE900 SW 14th Street | 479.464.9849
EZ MART715 SW “A” Street | 479.273.0369230 N Walton Boulevard | 479.273.16331009 SE 14th Street | 479.273.16602401 SE 14th Street | 479.273.1562
FASTRIP307 South Walton Boulevard | 479.273.13543209 NE 11th Street | 479.273.1294
FLASH MARKET3601 Moberly Lane | 479.273.74761401 Phyllis Street | 479.271.88811108 S Walton Blvd. | 479-273-5565
KUM & GO3601 SW Regional Airport Blvd | 479.254.37592710 SE Moberly Lane | 479.254.06462811 E Central Ave. | 479.254.0646
WHITE OAK STATION1140 E Centerton Blvd | 479.795.10962501 E Central Avenue | 479.254.6775
Convenience Stores