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Mountain Range
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Boston Mountains

Arkansas

Elevation Range

1,000 ft - 2,753 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

35.8636, -93.4932

About Boston Mountains

The Boston Mountains are a rugged and scenic mountain range located in northwestern Arkansas. Forming part of the Ozark Mountains, the Boston range is characterized by deep, steep-sided valleys and high, flat-topped ridges. The terrain is primarily forested, with a mix of hardwoods and pines. The area is known for its abundance of caves, rock formations, and waterfalls, as well as its diverse wildlife including black bears, white-tailed deer, and a variety of bird species.

Notable Peaks

Mount Magazine

2,753 ft

Mossback Ridge

2,686 ft

Mount Nebo

2,394 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
rock climbing
wildlife viewing
caving

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Ozark, AR
Clarksville, AR
Paris, AR

Location

Arkansas

35.8636, -93.4932

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Data Source

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

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