Visit Mena
Gateway to the Ouachitas
Scenic byways, forest trails, and small-town charm. Plan your escape.
Welcome to
Mena, Arkansas
We may not be the ‘big city’, but our hospitality is big and our land, forest and mountain range is known as God’s Country for a reason. Visitors frequently say that they feel the stress melt away as they get closer to our neck of the woods.
Mena is a charming place and our southern hospitality will keep you coming back over and over again.
Things To Do in Mena
Where is Mena, anyway?
Mena was founded in 1896 as a railroad town at the eastern foot of
Arkansas’ second highest peak, Rich Mountain. It is the eastern terminus
of the Talimena National Scenic Byway, a 54-mile byway that travels the
crests of Rich and Winding Stair mountains between Mena and
Talihina, Oklahoma.
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Explore Mena’s Attractions
Scenic drives, trails, and local gems.
From Queen Wilhelmina State Park to the Talimena Byway, find top sights with photos, maps, hours, and tips.
From Our Community
Fresh photos, reels, and stories from Mena & the Ouachitas.
Mena’s City Center is evolving — and your perspective is essential.
Join us for a Community Workshop on December 11, 5:30–7:30 PM at UA Rich Mountain Lecture Hall to review concepts for improving walkability and safety, supporting local businesses, and creating great public spaces downtown.
👉 Learn more and take the community survey:
Please share and invite a neighbor. https://www.menapolkchamber.com/economic-development/
🎄🦌 To register, please go to https://runsignup.com/Race?raceId=195024
@arkansas_graveler is coming to Mena June 2nd & 3rd!
https://www.arkansasgraveler.com/2025-host-cities
Mark your calendars! Vendor applications made available week of January 22nd.
Make your fall foliage travel plans at https://visitmena.com/
https://visitmena.com/events/ouachita-mountains-jeep-jam
For more information, go to https://visitmena.com/events/ouachita-mountains-jeep-jam
City of Mena to host 3rd Eclipse Town Hall meeting September 14th, in Mena
To help the community prepare, the City of Mena is hosting their 3rd Eclipse Town Hall meeting on September 14th, 2023. The meeting will be held at the Ouachita Center, on the campus of UA Rich Mountain, at 3:00 p.m.
If your business/group is planning an event or has rental space available, you are invited to set up a table and distribute your information. There is no charge, but you will need to RSVP, as space is limited.
For more information, contact Pasha Watson, Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission, 479.394.8355 or pasha@visitmena.com.
https://visitmena.com/events/solar-eclipse-festival
