There’s something for everyone in Russellville!
Whether it’s your destination for arts, events and cuisine, or your hub for hiking, biking and the great outdoors in the surrounding state parks, it’s the center pin on your map from where all other pins are measured. Located within an hour’s drive from Petit Jean, Mount Nebo, Mount Magazine and the Ozarks, and home of Lake Dardanelle off of the Arkansas River, Russellville is where you stay to play, whether it’s on or off the beaten path.
The county seat of Pope County, Russellville features an abundance of fine dining and lodging options, both unique and well-known. With historic Highway 64 as Main Street, and Interstate 40 along the northern edge, it has that small-town charm with the luxury of convenience.
Antique, boutique and department store shopping; an entertainment district and art galleries, festivals and shows; city parks, trails, courts and courses: there’s something for everyone, in Russellville!
There’s something for everyone in Russellville!
Whether it’s your destination for arts, events and cuisine, or your hub for hiking, biking and the great outdoors in the surrounding state parks, it’s the center pin on your map from where all other pins are measured. Located within an hour’s drive from Petit Jean, Mount Nebo, Mount Magazine and the Ozarks, and home of Lake Dardanelle off of the Arkansas River, Russellville is where you stay to play, whether it’s on or off the beaten path.
The county seat of Pope County, Russellville features an abundance of fine dining and lodging options, both unique and well-known. With historic Highway 64 as Main Street, and Interstate 40 along the northern edge, it has that small-town charm with the luxury of convenience.
Antique, boutique and department store shopping; an entertainment district and art galleries, festivals and shows; city parks, trails, courts and courses: there’s something for everyone, in Russellville!
Adventure is calling
ATV, Bike, Hiking and Horse Trails, Boat Ramps, Camping Locations, and so much more all in your pocket! Visit our office to get your fold-out map for Adventure in the River Valley, or view the downloadable PDF linked below.
Routes & Rides
Discover more than 430 miles of breathtaking Arkansas scenery mapped as four unique and unforgettable rides. It’s a destination for hikers, joggers, cyclists or folks just looking to stretch their legs with its diverse trail systems.
Area Walking & Biking Trails
Russellville is the Natural Choice in the Natural State for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. A destination for hikers, joggers, cyclists, or folks just looking to stretch their legs with its diverse trail systems. Learn more from our area trail guide.
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🍂 October is packed with reasons to get outside at Lake Dardanelle State Park!
From birding and fishing to lake cruises and hands-on activities for the kids, there’s something happening throughout the rest of the month. Here’s what’s coming up:
🐦 Oct. 9 | Great Migration Challenge | 6 PM
🌿 Oct. 10 | Morning on the Meadowbrook | 9 AM
📖 Stories of Lake Dardanelle | 11 AM
🐟 What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
🎣 Catch of the Day | 2 PM
🐟 Oct. 13 | What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
🐦 Oct. 14 | Birding Basics | 8:30 AM
🔥 Oct. 17 | DIY Fire Starters | 11 AM
🐟 What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
📓 Nature Journals | 3 PM
🎣 Catch of the Day | 6 PM
🎣 Oct. 18 | Cast a Line on the Boardwalk | 9 AM
🌳 Tree Maze | 1 PM
🦝 Campground Wildlife | 4 PM
🚤 Oct. 19 | Lake Cruise | 10 AM
🦆 Little Explorers: Migration | 2 PM
🐟 Oct. 20 | What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
🐦 Oct. 22 | Adventure Hour: Birding Basics | 4 PM
🌿 Oct. 23 | Wetland Safari Walk | 9 AM
🏹 Cherokee Games | 4 PM
🎣 Beginning Fishing | 6 PM
🐦 Oct. 24 | Morning Bird Walk | 8:30 AM
📚 Stories on the Lawn | 10 AM
🐟 What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
🥘 Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Workshop | 2–6 PM
🧭 Letterboxing | 3 PM
🌊 Oct. 25 | Shoreline Stroll | 10 AM
📍 Geocaching 101 | 2 PM
🎣 Dardanelle Adventures Fishing Excursion | 3 PM
🌽 Corn Husk Figurines | 4 PM
🦇 Oct. 26 | Little Explorers: Bats | 2 PM
🐟 Oct. 27 | What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
💦 In-Seine Adventure | 1 PM
🪢 Oct. 29 | Adventure Hour: Basic Knot Tying | 4 PM
🚤 Oct. 30 | Lake Cruise | 10 AM
🎃 Oct. 31 | Fishing for the Sun | 9 AM
🐾 Animal Tracks | 11 AM
🐟 What’s for Lunch? | 11:30 AM
🐍 Slithering Snakes | Noon
🕷️ Spider Hider | 3 PM
🦇 Masters of the Night | 6 PM
A few events require reservations: Lake Cruises are FREE, but space is limited. Call the Visitor Center at 479-967-5516 to reserve your seat. The Oct. 24 Dutch Oven Workshop is $25 and requires registration by Oct. 17. Dardanelle Adventures on Oct. 25 is free, but reservations are required due to limited space.
📍 Lake Dardanelle State Park
Russellville, Arkansas
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🎣 Welcome to Russellville, collegiate anglers!
We’re excited to welcome the AFTCO Collegiate Bass Open back to Lake Dardanelle on October 10–11, 2026!
College anglers from across the country will take on more than 34,000 acres of Lake Dardanelle during this nationally televised event on the Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series.
And if you’ve fished Dardanelle before, you know this lake can keep you guessing. From vegetation and rocky banks to creeks, bayous, and changing fall conditions, there are plenty of ways to find that winning bite. 🎣
Whether this is your first trip to Russellville or you've competed here before, we hope you enjoy your time on the water AND take a little time to explore while you're here.
Grab a great meal, visit downtown, check out our local shops, and experience a little of what makes Russellville special.
📅 October 10–11, 2026
📍 Lake Dardanelle
Russellville, Arkansas
Good luck to all the anglers competing! Welcome to Russellville, and we’ll see you at weigh-in! 👏🎣
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🎃🌶️ The Downtown Russellville Fall Festival & Chili Cook-off is BACK, and this year it’s happening on HALLOWEEN! 👻
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 31 and make plans to spend Halloween in Downtown Russellville with a full day of fall fun!
🌶️ Want to taste the chili?
Chili Cook-off tickets go on sale on North Commerce Avenue beginning at 11 AM. Tasting kits are just $5, so come hungry and help decide who deserves bragging rights!
🏆 Think YOUR chili has what it takes?
There’s still time to enter a team and compete for: 🔥 Judges’ Favorite
🔥 People’s Choice
🔥 Showmanship
🔥 Grand Champion
Sign up your chili team here:
www.mainstreetrussellville.com/chili-cook-off
More details about activities, vendors, entertainment, and everything happening during Fall Festival are coming soon!
📍 Downtown Russellville
📅 Saturday, October 31
Tag your chili-loving crew and start making those Halloween plans! 🎃🌶️
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🛍️✨ Russellville has a new spot to shop local!
Divine & Co. Marketplace was created by Chrissy and Rachel with a vision of bringing small businesses together and creating a space centered around community, connection, and a whole lot of shopping. 🥰
Inside, you’ll find a variety of local vendors offering women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, unique gifts, and more. With different makers and boutiques all in one place, there’s always something new to discover.
But Divine & Co. is about more than shopping! Their Gathering Room creates a space for events and community connection, while special pop-ups like permanent jewelry and fresh flowers add even more to the experience.
📍 Divine & Co. Marketplace
Russellville, Arkansas
Go check them out, support several small businesses in one stop, and tell us what you find! 🛍️
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🎣 Looking for an easy place to cast a line in Russellville?
Lake Dardanelle State Park has a covered, barrier-free fishing pier that makes it easy for anglers of all abilities to enjoy a day on the water. And that roof is especially nice when you want a little break from the Arkansas sun! ☀️
Lake Dardanelle is home to a variety of fish, including largemouth and white bass, hybrid striped bass, catfish, crappie, and bream. 🐟
While you're there, make a day of it! The pier is near the Visitor Center, boardwalk, boat launch, and Sport Fishing Weigh-in Pavilion.
📍 Lake Dardanelle State Park
1268 W. State Park Road
Russellville, Arkansas
Grab your fishing gear and enjoy a little time by the lake. What's your favorite fish to catch on Lake Dardanelle? 👇
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