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One of the best things about the Steel Horse Rally is that it’s close to so many great motorcycle roads. Whether you like curvy and challenging motorcycle roads or scenic roads that follow a meandering river or roads that offer views from mountain tops, you’ll enjoy these scenic roads in Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. And if you're a fan of HBO's "True Detective," see where the most recent season was filmed in Western Arkansas. See some of our favorite rides below complete with maps.
The Steel Horse Rally is proud to have several great motorcycle rides that you can be part of that benefit local charities. Look for details coming soon about some of the great rides, poker runs, fun runs and events that are on the road ahead!
Places to Stay
For official Steel Horse Rally Lodging Partners click here.
For information about Campgrounds & RV Parks, click here.
Places to Visit in Fort Smith, Ark.
For a full list of places to visit in Fort Smith, visit Discover Fort Smith
The U.S. Marshals Museum
The U. S. Marshals Museum tells the story of our nations’ marshals, the first federal law enforcement agency. After years of preparation, the Marshals Museum opened on July 1st, 2023. Located at 789 Riverfront Drive in Fort Smith, the 53,000 square-foot world class Museum shares the stories of justice, integrity, and service of the marshals who have bravely served our nation through an iconic experience that features immersive exhibits and interactive storytelling. From tales of the colonial days to the western frontier, to challenges of a marshal’s life today, you’ll encounter an America you never knew and be inspired by those who help hold it all together. In addition to the galleries, the Museum offers a gift shop "The Outpost" so that guests can take a bit of the Museum home with them! Visit the Museum any day of the week between 9a-5p or online at marshalsmuseum.org!
Miss Laura's Welcome Center
Miss Laura’s is a Welcome Center unlike any other you’ve ever visited! Located in downtown Fort Smith just off of Garrison Avenue, Miss Laura’s Welcome Center is a former bordello (the first bordello listed on The National Register of Historic Places). You can take a tour of Miss Laura’s and learn about its colorful history, plus get maps and information about places to visit in the area. Miss Laura's is located at 2 North B St., Fort Smith, AR. Click here for details.
The Fort Smith National Cemetery
The Fort Smith National CemeLocated in Fort Smith, Arkansas, was established as a national cemetery in 1867. Isaac C. Parker, known as the “Hanging Judge” for the 151 death sentences handed down and General William O. Darby are buried at the cemetery along with more than 13,000 men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The cemetery is located at 522 S 6th St, Fort Smith, AR. For more info, click here or call 479-783-5345
Pendergraft Park
Pendergraft ParkTake a photo of you on your steel horse in front of the statue of U.S. Deputy Bass Reeves on his horse (cast in bronze). This statue in downtown Fort Smith honors Reeves, one of the first African-American Deputy U.S. Marshals west of the Mississippi River. He arrested more than 3,000 felons and shot and killed fourteen outlaws in self-defense. Pendergraft Park is located at 200-300 Garrison Avenue. Fort Smith, AR. Click here for more info.
Unexpected Murals
Unexpected MuralsYou may have noticed the brightly-colored mural next to the Steel Horse Rally Motorcycle Vendor Village. The look of downtown Fort Smith has changed with the addition of murals and various forms of art that are part of the Unexpected project.
Fort Smith Museum of History
Fort Smith Museum of HistoryThe mission of the Fort Smith Museum of History is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of Fort Smith and the surrounding region. Established in 1910, our exhibits illustrate the contributions of Fort Smith’s citizens to the cultural, political, and economic development of the area. Plus, they have special motorcycle exhibits during the Steel Horse Rally. The museum is located at 320 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR. Enjoy a treat in the old fashioned soda fountain and experience a 1920s-1940s pharmacy. Ice cream, sundaes, floats and handmade ice cream sodas served in this delicious working exhibit! Visit the museum gift shop for locally produced pottery, baskets and crafts. Prints of historic Fort Smith are available, as well as John Bell note cards. Choose from an excellent selection of books on area history.
Judge Parker's Courtroom & National Historic Site
For twenty-one years, Judge Isaac C. Parker held the bench of the U.S. Court for the Western District of Arkansas. Parker sentenced 160 people to death earning the nickname "The Hanging Judge." The courtroom is now part of this National Historic Site located at 301 Parker Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901. The
Park's grounds are open year-round and include the paved trails along the Arkansas River and Belle Point, parking lots, picnic tables, and several excellent outdoor exhibits. The Visitors' Center, gallows, and Commissary building are open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Fees apply in some areas.) Click here for details.
Helmet Laws
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Arkansas law requires motorcycle operators and passengers under 21 to wear a helmet. The helmet requirement does not apply to three-wheel motorcycles equipped with a cab and a windshield which do not exceed twenty horsepower (20 hp) when such motorcycles are used by municipal police departments. All operators and riders, however, regardless of age, must wear protective glasses, goggles or face shields.
The Steel Horse Rally is now officially a two-state event and most the events and rides take place in western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. Arkansas does not require adult motorcycle riders over the age of 21 to wear helmets, however, all riders who are under the age of 21 must wear a helmet. In Oklahoma, motorcyclists under the age of 18 must wear a DOT approved helmet. We always encourage safety first and encourage riders and passengers to wear motorcycle helmets and safety gear. It’s a good idea to check the laws of the state or states you may be riding through. In Missouri, motorcycle riders under age 26 must wear a helmet. For more information on motorcycle helmet laws, click here
