The Great Outdoors - Yell County boasts two of the nation's most pristine national forest - the Ozark National Forest covering the northern portion of the county and the Ouachita National Forest in the southern half of Yell County. Together, they offer thousands of acres of recreational opportunities and natural beauty.

Dardanelle - Historic Arkansas River town and former pioneer outpost now is a hospitality hub for visiting nearby Mount Nebo, Petit Jean, and Lake Dardanelle State Parks. An intersecting point, also, for Scenic 7 Byway and Scenic Highway 22. Dardanelle is known for its beautiful old trees, including the 500-year-old state champion white oak located in the city's Council Oaks Park.

Lake Dardanelle State Park - Spreads to three different locations at Lake Dardanelle, with plenty of great spots for camping, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor recreation. Facilities include campsites, electricity, restrooms, showers, dump station, picnic sites, pavilions, and trails.

Ola, Plainview, Belleville, Havana - Visit these Yell County hamlets for warm River Valley hospitality and "Small Town USA" nostalgia.

"True Grit" - Yell County was the setting for Arkansan Charles Portis' novel "True Grit," which was made into a movie starring John Wayne. Wayne won an Oscar for his portrayal of U.S. Marshal "Rooster" Cogburn.

Danville - Nestled between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests,Danville offers beautiful scenery, festival fun (July 4th and Yell County Fair), Chamberlyne Country Club golf, and easy access to area state parks and lakes.

Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge - Located near Dardanelle, off Hwy. 7. Access is through Yell County.

The Arkansas River and Yell County lakes furnish abundant fishing and recreational opportunities. Two popular state parks add to the fun.

Steamboat House, Kimball House, First Presbyterian Church, First United Methodist Church, and Yell County Courthouse - These Dardanelle landmarks are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Dardanelle Rock - A landmark on the Arkansas River since earliest exploration. Parts of the rock outcrop are naturally almost devoid of vegetation, while some slopes hold soil to support a forest of black oak, mockernut hickory, and shortleaf pine.

Petit Jean Wildlife Management Area - Seasonal hunting hotspot with terrific scenery all year.

Dardanelle Lock and Dam - The lock provides a lift of 54 feet, largest of any lock and dam on the Arkansas River. Lake Dardanelle, impounded by the dam, has a surface area of 34,300 acres at the top of its conservation pool and extends upstream for 50 miles.