The entire northern half of Johnson County is Ozark National Forest. Scenic beauty and recreational areas abound with breathtaking canoe streams, fishing, hiking, camping, and lots more - including those delicious Johnson County peaches.

Clarksville - Johnson County seat is home to the University of the Ozarks and the Walton Fine Arts Center. Clarksville is a gateway to Scenic Highway 21, the Ozark Highlands National Scenic Byway, which leads north through the Ozark National Forest to Eureka Springs and Branson over the most picturesque and shortest route from I-40.

Arkansas Wine Country - Enjoy free tastings and tours at the wineries of Altus and Wiederkehr Village, 12 miles west of Clarksville in adjacent Franklin County. Swiss-German immigrants settled this area in the 1800's, and their vineyards and wineries have prospered. Take Highway 186 off Interstate 40. The wineries are less than 10 minutes away.

Peach Orchards - Johnson County has over 400 acres of the finest peaches in the country. Strawberries, grapes, blueberries, and apples also are grown.

University of the Ozarks - Private university at Clarksville has the outstanding Walton Fine Arts Center which hosts plays, concerts, and ballets, and also houses the Stephens Art Gallery, known for its displays of sculpture, paintings and unique collections.