In Arkansas, you’ll find many small towns, but there are also those towns that are so tiny that you could miss them if you blinked for more than a second. One such town is Big Flat in Baxter County. Though not many folks are familiar with this sleepy town, it has so much to offer, especially if you love exploring the Ozarks. Next time you find yourself driving on Highway 14 through Baxter County, don’t skip over exploring this sleepy little town in Arkansas. Come with us to see all that Big Flat has to offer. 

Welcome to the town of Big Flat Arkansas. With less than 100 residents, you can expect to find a town that has frozen in time.
sleepy little town in Arkansas
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It was originally inhabited by hunters and gatherers of the Osage tribe, and eventually the White settlers moved in. In 1854, a post office was established, but the town wasn't incorporated until 1939.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr
While this town is tiny, it certainly is mighty. For one, its location at the foothills of the Ozarks makes it a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Within the town, you can find rivers, lakes, rolling hills, as well as other natural landscapes of the Ozarks.
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With endless hiking trails, outdoor adventurers will be delighted by all the hidden gems. Bring your camera along to add some pics to your collection.
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A popular attraction in town is Shelton's Big Flat Getaway. Here you can rent a cabin to spend the night after exploring the great outdoors.
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Shelton's Big Flat Getaway, 206 Shelton Ln, Big Flat, AR 72617, USA
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You can also take advantage of the horseback riding tours, where you can marvel at the natural landscapes of the Ozarks. Bring your own horse and store it in the onsite stables.
Shelton's Big Flat Getaway/Facebook
If you love freshly brewed beer, then make your way to Gravity BrewWorks. Offering small batches of beers and ciders, beer lovers will find something that they like.
Gravity BrewWorks, 11512 AR-14 East, Big Flat, AR 72617, USA
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Grab a bite to eat at the Gathering Place, a charming restaurant and event venue in town. For more exploration, take a stroll along AR-14 to see more of this sleepy town that has been frozen in time.
The Gathering Place At Big Flat, 9775 AR-14, Big Flat, AR 72617, USA
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Although Big Flat is a tiny town in Arkansas, it has a lot to offer. So, the next time you're in the area, be sure to stop in and experience all that it has to offer.

Have you ever been to Big Flat, this sleepy little town in Arkansas? If so, what places did you explore while you were there? Tell us below.

While you’re in town, we recommend that you chase some waterfalls inside the Leatherwood Wilderness area. Be sure to download AllTrails+ before you leave for this hike.

And for more small-town adventure, read our article featuring 7 small towns in Arkansas that belong on your list.

Arkansas Just Wouldn’t Be The Same Without These 7 Charming Small Towns

 

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