Lost Valley Beech Painted by Bill Garrison Recommended Driving Tours Arkansas Highway 7, Arkansas' first Scenic Byway, is the starting point of numerous driving tours to Cultural and Historical sites in the River Valley. The area is known for it's natural beauty.... from mountains, lakes, rivers to beautiful national forest. Not to be missed sights also include; Pope County Courthouse - The courthouse features extensive interior marble and was built in 1932. The county records were hidden during the Civil War thus escaping destruction and are continuos from 1829. Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary - Managed by the Corps of Engineers, this sanctuary consists of 186 acres of wetlands and wooded lowlands that provide the perfect habitat for 200 species of birds. Five and a half miles of trails wind through the sanctuary. Moccasin Gap Trail is 28 miles in length with four major loops as well as connecting inner loops. Offering secluded and rustic riding, trails run through hardwood and pine forests, along ridge tops and along Moccasin Creek, which has several waterfalls. The trailhead is located at Moccasin Gap Camp, which has vault toilets and 17 primitive campsites with no water or electricity. The cost is $3 for a day use or $3 per campsite (including day use). Maps of the trail are available at the campground. To reach the trailhead, travel about 8 miles north of Dover on Arkansas Senic Byway 7 and turn left on a dirt road marked by a sign. Mack's Pines Campground on Arkansas Senic Byway 7 is located two miles south of this main trail entrance. Recommendations and a detailed map are available by going to www.arvtripeaks.com and clicking on "Fun in the Great Outdoors." Be sure and visit the Arkansas River Valley Arts Center when you are in our area. General Information | Tourism Resources | Calendar of Events Exhibitions | Education | Membership | Contact Us