Beautiful Arkansas Route 74 (Huntsville to Kingston)

214 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

I fully agree with the author's comments. When traveling from the central to the western Ozarks, I usually take this road. The twisties aren't too tight, and the ride is beautiful. Plus no matter which end of the road you end up at, you're at the intersection of another great road.

65 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

good ride and scenic

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

Highway 74 is a great road. I take it quite often from highway 23 east through Kingston to the Boxley valley and up to Ponca. Don't forget to look for the elk in Boxley Valley if it is early morning or late evening. You will know if they are out grazing because cars will probably be lined up along the road, be careful because most people are concerned about seeing the elk and not watching for you. For me the best part of highway 74 is east of Ponca on it's way to Jasper, especially the first couple of miles of tight turns as you rise in elevation. It is a nice ride all the way to Jasper with plenty of places to experience the great scenery along the mountain top road. Once you get to Jasper, gas up and have lunch in the square and get fueled up for the great ride south on highway 7. Good times!