Photo courtesy of BuBubba’suffalo River Store. Sharon K’s Cafe is open for lunch daily, or head up the hill for a great meal with an incredible view at the Cliff House Inn. And make plans to return in the morning for fresh biscuits topped with their world-famous chocolate gravy. Finish your meal with a milkshake from the old-fashioned soda fountain. Known for their specials like a deep-fried hamburger, you will not leave hungry. The Ozark Cafe is the second oldest restaurant in Arkansas and has been serving guests seven days a week since 1909. You’ll get tips on the best times and locations for viewing the elk while you relax in a rocking chair overlooking Ponca Creek.Įveryone has to eat, and there is no shortage of great food in the small town of Jasper. Located a short drive down Arkansas Highway 74, you’ll learn about the herd of nearly 600 elk. If you plan to travel into Boxley Valley and Ponca during your stay, the Ponca Nature Center (formerly Ponca Elk Education Center) is an invaluable resource situated in the heart of the elk habitat. And don’t miss an opportunity to take a #selfiewithanelk. Kids will enjoy the hands-on displays as they learn about the elk. The Hilary Jones Wildlife Museum & Elk Information Center features six aquariums and a variety of educational exhibits featuring deer, duck and a variety of wildlife mounts. Photo courtesy of Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. You’ll leave ready to come back, and that’s always a good sign. Book a room at The Arkansas House, Little Switzerland, or a local Airbnb and check out these six things to do in Jasper, Arkansas. Whether you have a day, a weekend or longer, there is plenty to experience in the Jasper area. Fall foliage, motorcycle tourism and an exciting new development for Dogpatch are bringing people back to the area and reviving tourism throughout Jasper.

But the area is booming once again thanks to the reintroduction of elk and the beautiful setting.

After Dogpatch closed in the 90s, tourism took a temporary hit. Jasper became a weekend destination for Arkansans when Dogpatch, USA, a theme park based on the “Lil Abner” comic by Al Capp, opened in the 1960s.

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