A local's guide to Bella Vista

Katy
A local's guide to Bella Vista

Sightseeing

A beautiful chapel in the woods designed by architect E. Fay Jones. It is open from 9am-5pm, however it is recommended to call 479-855-6598 as they host weddings/special events also.
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Mildred-B.-Cooper-Gedächtniskapelle
504 Memorial Dr
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A beautiful chapel in the woods designed by architect E. Fay Jones. It is open from 9am-5pm, however it is recommended to call 479-855-6598 as they host weddings/special events also.
Right off the Razorback Greenway and Blowing Springs trails is a history-lover’s dream. We enjoy taking our kids to the memorial to learn, remember, and show our respect. Afterwards, you can take a walk around the lake, eat dessert from the seasonal food truck, or play at the playground.
Veterans Wall of Honor
101 Veterans Way
Right off the Razorback Greenway and Blowing Springs trails is a history-lover’s dream. We enjoy taking our kids to the memorial to learn, remember, and show our respect. Afterwards, you can take a walk around the lake, eat dessert from the seasonal food truck, or play at the playground.
A wonderful waterfall in all seasons (but especially after a good rain). There is a bridge across the waterfall which is perfect for a good photo op! The Back 40 trail passes over the bridge, but you can drive to the destination as well. Instead of turning into the parking lot of 640 Pinion Valley Drive simply park on the side of the road or head just a little further to the dam. The waterfall is just north of the road tucked behind the trees.
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Lake Ann Dam
134 Leicester Dr
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A wonderful waterfall in all seasons (but especially after a good rain). There is a bridge across the waterfall which is perfect for a good photo op! The Back 40 trail passes over the bridge, but you can drive to the destination as well. Instead of turning into the parking lot of 640 Pinion Valley Drive simply park on the side of the road or head just a little further to the dam. The waterfall is just north of the road tucked behind the trees.
Historic Bentonville square is absolutely beautiful and lined with local shops and eateries. Wander down any of the adjacent streets to find a seasonal splash pad, food trucks, and tucked away parks.
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Bentonville City Square
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Historic Bentonville square is absolutely beautiful and lined with local shops and eateries. Wander down any of the adjacent streets to find a seasonal splash pad, food trucks, and tucked away parks.
This FREE museum of American Art is a must see for those who appreciate art and architecture. They also have an art nature trail next to the museum. Check out their website for hours. www.crystalbridges.org
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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
600 Museum Way
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This FREE museum of American Art is a must see for those who appreciate art and architecture. They also have an art nature trail next to the museum. Check out their website for hours. www.crystalbridges.org

Outdoor Adventure

With easy trail access, we are a great starting point for hiking/biking. We use MTB projects or Trailforks to plan a different route everyday.
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The Back 40
The Back 40
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With easy trail access, we are a great starting point for hiking/biking. We use MTB projects or Trailforks to plan a different route everyday.
One of the few “hikers only” trails in Bella Vista. A short 2 mile loop with a waterfall. Very family friendly and busy on weekends. The Little Sugar mountain bike trails pass right by the waterfall, and you can choose to extend your hike on these trails as well!
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Tanyard Creek Nature Trail
Waterfall Trail
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One of the few “hikers only” trails in Bella Vista. A short 2 mile loop with a waterfall. Very family friendly and busy on weekends. The Little Sugar mountain bike trails pass right by the waterfall, and you can choose to extend your hike on these trails as well!
Starting across the street from our neighborhood is a paved trail that winds around to Blowing Springs Park (about 2 miles). From there you can continue on via the paved trail or dirt trail all the way to Bentonville (and beyond). Due to recent flooding and road construction you may have to take unofficial "alternative" paths. It's an adventure :)
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Razorback Greenway
Razorback Regional Greenway
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Starting across the street from our neighborhood is a paved trail that winds around to Blowing Springs Park (about 2 miles). From there you can continue on via the paved trail or dirt trail all the way to Bentonville (and beyond). Due to recent flooding and road construction you may have to take unofficial "alternative" paths. It's an adventure :)

Parks and Pools

Go to the entrance to the neighborhood and turn right. It’s an easy walk or bike and there’s so much to enjoy! Metfield has a bike skills course, pump track, playground, pickleball and basketball court, climbing trees, and seasonal swimming pool (small fee)
Metfield Skills Park
49 Commonwealth Road
Go to the entrance to the neighborhood and turn right. It’s an easy walk or bike and there’s so much to enjoy! Metfield has a bike skills course, pump track, playground, pickleball and basketball court, climbing trees, and seasonal swimming pool (small fee)
Branchwood Recreation Center has a paved walking path, playground, and 18-hole disc golf course.
Branchwood Walking Trail
222 Glasgow Rd
Branchwood Recreation Center has a paved walking path, playground, and 18-hole disc golf course.
This is a fun playground area for the kiddos! Lots of room to run around, unique playground equipment, and a private beach (small fee).
The Beach at Lake Avalon
105 Lancaster Dr
This is a fun playground area for the kiddos! Lots of room to run around, unique playground equipment, and a private beach (small fee).

Indoor Fun

The newly expanded library is a great place to stop in and enjoy a couple hours of browsing or reading in a beautiful setting. Check their website for hours and events. www.bvpl.org
Bella Vista Public Library
11 Dickens Pl
The newly expanded library is a great place to stop in and enjoy a couple hours of browsing or reading in a beautiful setting. Check their website for hours and events. www.bvpl.org
The Amazeum is a state-of-the-art children’s museum that your kids won’t want to leave. Check out their website for more hours and admission info. www.amazeum.org
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Scott Family Amazeum
1009 Museum Way
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The Amazeum is a state-of-the-art children’s museum that your kids won’t want to leave. Check out their website for more hours and admission info. www.amazeum.org

Food scene

Just down the hill is a fantastic Mexican restaurant. Great food and drinks! I recommend the vegetarian fajitas…it’s a twist on traditional fajitas and enough for two!
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Las Fajitas Bella Vista - Mexican Restaurant
42 Sugar Creek Center
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Just down the hill is a fantastic Mexican restaurant. Great food and drinks! I recommend the vegetarian fajitas…it’s a twist on traditional fajitas and enough for two!
Plan to stay for a while because this Chicago-style pizza is authentic and delicious!
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Gusano's Chicago-Style Pizzeria
19 Cunningham Corner
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Plan to stay for a while because this Chicago-style pizza is authentic and delicious!
We can’t say enough wonderful things about this little place…it’s such a unique food experience! They have both savory and sweet crepes filled with anything you can imagine. Check their hours before swinging by. If you're lucky you can chat with the owners and enjoy their French accent!
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Crepes Paulette
100 SW 8th St
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We can’t say enough wonderful things about this little place…it’s such a unique food experience! They have both savory and sweet crepes filled with anything you can imagine. Check their hours before swinging by. If you're lucky you can chat with the owners and enjoy their French accent!
Locally sourced, healthy bowls of yumminess! Try an acai smoothie bowl for breakfast, then stop by for a teriyaki bowl at lunch. This great company invests heavily back into our community!
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Snack Lab
102 SE 28th St
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Locally sourced, healthy bowls of yumminess! Try an acai smoothie bowl for breakfast, then stop by for a teriyaki bowl at lunch. This great company invests heavily back into our community!
An NWA tradition…everyone knows Onyx coffee! Their signature mochas add black salt. I always ask them to leave it off, but most people like its unique flavor!
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Onyx Coffee Lab
100 NW 2nd St
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An NWA tradition…everyone knows Onyx coffee! Their signature mochas add black salt. I always ask them to leave it off, but most people like its unique flavor!
A local's favorite for Mexican food! Bonus, you get to explore the "west side" of Bella Vista.
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El Pueblito
1707 Forest Hills Blvd
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A local's favorite for Mexican food! Bonus, you get to explore the "west side" of Bella Vista.
Fun, clean, and a great place for breakfast!
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Duffer's
638 W Lancashire Blvd
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Fun, clean, and a great place for breakfast!
Bike on over to Blowing Springs Park for a local brew in a beautiful setting. Check out their Facebook page for hours before you head out!
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Gear Garden
948 Blowing Spring Road
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Bike on over to Blowing Springs Park for a local brew in a beautiful setting. Check out their Facebook page for hours before you head out!