A blog of the bicycling adventures of Larry Plumlee. Mostly in Arkansas and Missouri, but a few out-of-state rides.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Over Night Trip to Withrow Springs
Two Day Trip Mileage: Round trip, 88 miles Climbing: Approximately 4,300' Route: Hwy 21 Oak Grove to Berryville, hwy 62 to Eureka Springs, hwy 23 to Withrow Springs. Terrain: Typical Ozarks, moderate hills. Road Safety: Hwy 21 moderate traffic, no shoulder.....hwy 62 heavier traffic, good riding shoulder......hwy 23 moderate traffic, good riding shoulder
In May 2010, I did my first over night camping trip of the year. Was a great time of year, perfect weather. I always pack way too much gear, but like to be prepared for any problem. Didn't do any cooking, ate at a couple restaurants, and took snacks. My favorite things to carry on the bike are fig newtons and trail mix. I buy powdered Gatoraid, and repackage it into small, individual servings.
On the sidewalk at home, loaded with about 40 pounds of over night gear.
Hwy 21 between Oak Grove and Berryville. Not much of a shoulder to ride on, but I feel safe riding it. Not a whole lot of traffic, except "rush hours"....early morning, late afternoon. I always ride with a mirror, to keep an eye on the traffic behind me.
Approaching Berryville.
Picturesque chapel, between Berryville and Eureka Springs.
Traffic can be heavy on hwy 62 between Berryville and Eureka Springs, but there is a good shoulder to ride on. However, I tend to not ride on the shoulder, until I see someone coming from behind. Shoulders tend to be littered with debris....glass, rocks, etc.
"Interesting" car on hwy 23 south of Eureka Springs.
Hwy 23 south of Eureka Springs is hilly in places, but has a nice shoulder, and not a whole lot of traffic.
Not sure what type trees there are, but they were pretty.
Riding down into Withrow Springs.
Visitor Center at Withrow Springs. There are several hiking trails in the park. They offer canoe and kayak rentals for float trips and camping.
Withrow has a very nice bathroom/shower facility.
My tent pitched at my assigned camping spot. Only problem, I was close to the road that goes through the park and cars came by all night log.
The road through the park. Withrow is a beautiful park!
Had a breakfast pizza at the Hwy 23 Camperpark and Store. Good food, friendly service.
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