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4.17 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.17
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221-Eureka Springs to Berryville

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By olschl (7 McR Points) on Mar 05, 2012

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SFullag
September 23, 2014
We rode the scenic route from Hot Springs to…
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Stalephreak
160 McR Points
March 13, 2019
This road has some incredible views. Pavement is…
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Written Directions

From the intersection of HWY23 and HWY62 in Eureka Springs, head east on HWY62 for about 2 miles until you come to Rockhouse Road on the right. Take Rockhouse Road south about 7 miles until you get to HWY221. Take a left on HWY221 and head northeast to Berryville, rinse and then repeat!

Scenery

Immediately upon accessing HWY 221 from Rockhouse Road (CR302), when traveling from Eureka Springs to Berryville, one drops immediately into the Kings River valley and then climbs up onto the Ozark Plateau. The views of the river are fantastic if one cares to slow the pace down but the curves begin immediately upon crossing the Kings River bridge and don't let up for almost 10 miles as one climbs up through the foothills of the Ozarks. Although some of the views are absolutely beautiful, you will be more focused on the road!

Drive Enjoyment

HWY221 itself is a short, 10 mile stretch, of twisty road between Eureka Springs and Berryville, AR varying changes in elevation. HWY221 is a road that doesn't seem to go anywhere in particular and seems to have been created by someone who loves motorcycles as an alternate route between Eureka Springs and Berryville. That being the case, the road in in great condition with only occasional patching in spots.

Tourism Opportunities

As stated previously, HWY221 doesn't go anywhere in particular therefore there are no amenities on this route.

Motorcycle Road Additional info

HWY221 is an exceptional way to either start or end a great day of riding in the Eureka Springs area.
 

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mchance
May 8, 2021
899 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Rode this route from Berryville to Eureka Springs during the 2021 Riding the Ozarks HOG Rally. It's a bit confusing getting from AR-21/AR-221 coming into Berryville from the north to AR-221 headed west out of Berryville, but once you do it's a fun route to get to Eureka Springs, and better than the rally's suggested route of taking AR-21 to US-412 to AR-23. The turn from AR-221 onto County Road 302 can sneak up on you if you're not prepared for it. Depending on the time of year and time of day, turning left from County Road 302 onto US 62 to get into Eureka Springs can be challenging.
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DDG-4 Vet
July 28, 2021
20 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Good ride with some great scenery.
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Jason
October 27, 2021
126 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring
Next time I'm in the area I'll make a point of riding this one again!
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