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Blue Mountain

Arkansas

Elevation Range

1,500 ft - 2,753 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

35.8604, -92.5482

About Blue Mountain

The Blue Mountains of Arkansas are a small but rugged mountain range located in the western part of the state. The range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes and numerous narrow canyons, with elevations reaching over 2,600 feet. The terrain is primarily forested, with a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor recreation. The Blue Mountains are part of the Ouachita Mountains, a larger mountain system that extends across western Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.

Notable Peaks

Mount Magazine

2,753 ft

Mount Nebo

2,412 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Paris, AR
Booneville, AR

Location

Arkansas

35.8604, -92.5482

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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