Welcome to the Ozark Mountains and the sights, sounds, music, festivals and outdoors activities that visitors from all over the world say make this region one of the most special on earth.

Here on OzarkGateway.com, you’ll find easy access to everything you need to know to plan a trip and enjoy the year-round splendor as only the Ozarks can supply it. In our busy world, it’s sure nice to have a place that moves a little slower, where people are friendly, laid-back and relaxed. It won’t be long before you and the mountains and it’s people, places and activities feel like old friends.

Autumn Leaves Ignite Ozark Gateway Landscape

Late October Perfect Time to Enjoy Color Explosion
The annual fall festival of colors has begun in the Ozark Gateway region and will continue through mid-November.  The eight county region (Independence, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp, Fulton, Izard and Stone) offers some of the South’s most spectacular viewing as yellows, reds, oranges, gold, even deep purple cover the countryside. [More...]

ONLINE MOVIE
New for 2008! Watch our online video to see the best of the Ozark Gateway! [View »»]

And it won’t be long before you’re asking yourself, Why didn’t I come here sooner? The authentic mountain music and lifestyle, caves and caverns, rivers and waterways, hunting and fishing, shopping and dining, state parks, historical sites and museums – it’s all served up special here, Ozark-style.

The lovely Ozark towns of Batesville, Calico Rock, Cherokee Village, Hardy, Horseshoe Bend, Mountain View, Newport, Pocahontas and Walnut Ridge are just a few of the many places that can be your hosts for an unforgettable Ozarks adventure. There’s enough to keep you busy for a day, a week, a month and a lot longer.

Make your 2010 vacation plans now!
Come see what all the talk’s about, and let the beauty of the Ozark Mountains carry you away!

Ozark Gateway Region Heritage Trails
Travel the highways and scenic byways of the Ozark Mountain Region and immerse yourself in the culture and history of the area.
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Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour
The Ninth Annual Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour will be held on September 17, 18 & 19, 2010, when the private working studios of these artists will be open to the public from 9 am to 6 pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday.
Visit their Web site to learn more: www.OffTheBeatenPathStudioTour.com

6th Annual Downtown Iron Mountain Festival
October 30th, 2010 Walnut Ridge. Admission:  Free
Crafts, food vendors, train ride and games, hot dog eating contest, antique tractor show, dog show, inflatables, fire safety house, pony rides, prizes, bicycle rodeo, mobile fish aquarium, LR Zoo animals, fun land, dances and music.
Contact - Kathy Bradley, Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce. 870-886-3232.
www.lawcochamber.org

Ozark Gateway Region has Three Honored at the 2009 Governor’s Conference on Tourism Henry Awards Banquet
Ozark Gateway Region is proud of the 2009 Henry Award Winners! [More...]

Josie’s Steakhouse offers convenient hours for your dining pleasure. Monday open at 5 for drink specials with the kitchen opening at 6 with an all you can eat catfish. Tuesday and Wednesday open 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday thru Saturday 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. Thursday dinner special: ribs plus Karaoke at 7 p.m. Friday dinner special: crab legs Saturday dinner special: prime rib plus concert night To find out what’s going on at Josie’s text josielock to 74700.

The Ozark Gateway – County by County
Explore the Ozark Gateway on a county by county basis and get a quick overview of all we have to offer! [More...]

The Batesville Difference
Batesville is the ideal community for locating or relocating your business.
Find out how The Batesville Difference can work for you!
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Visit: Life in the Ozarks

Free Ozark Travel Guide Now Available
The 2010 edition of the Ozark Gateway vacation guide has just been published and copies are available to the public free of charge, according to Cathy Drew, executive director of the non-profit organization. [More...]

Visit: Ozark Foothills FilmFest

Enjoy Operation Military Kids T Tauri Movie Camp at the Ferndale 4-H Camp. [View Video...]

Music in the Mountains
The Horseshoe Bend Theatre presents the Music in the Mountains show, the third Saturday of every month at 6 p.m. [More...]

Ozark Gateway Region attractions recently provided entertainment to Batesville Rotary Club Membership Drive winners. For more information about the attractions visit the websites listed below or call: