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Jonesboro ( / ˈdʒoʊnzbʌrə /) is a city located on Crowley's Ridge in the northeastern corner of the U.S. State of Arkansas. Jonesboro is one of two county seats of Craighead County. In 2023, the city had an estimated population of 80,560, [4] making it the fifth-most populous city in Arkansas.
- donorlinda. Milledgeville, GA18 contributions. Loved this place! We were passing through Jonesboro and needed a place to spend the night in our motorhome on our way home from Yellowstone.
- Billy D. 1 contribution. Great Time. Took 4 year old grandson and he had a blast. Great for all ages. Tinkering Studio was he's favorite. Playful invention and exploration.
- Zaidtree. Arkansas 195 contributions. Great place to visit. Interesting place. Live snakes, fish, turtles and even a little alligator. They also have a live baby owl.
- Renee. 1 contribution. Great family time!! We had a great time! Alex was thorough in teaching us everything we needed to know and he was quick to help us out when we were trying to learn to throw correctly!
Jonesboro, city, Craighead county, northeastern Arkansas, U.S. It lies on Crowley’s Ridge, bordering the Mississippi River valley, about 68 miles (109 km) northwest of Memphis, Tennessee. Founded as the county seat in 1859 and laid out by J.N. Burk on land donated by Fergus Snoddy, it was named for.
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- Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center. I had the pleasure of exploring the Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, a community educational center dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the region’s natural environment.
- Arkansas State Museum. When I visited the Arkansas State Museum, commonly known as the ASU Museum, I discovered that the locals often use the names interchangeably.
- Craighead Forest Park. Craighead Forest Park, a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking relaxation amidst nature’s embrace. Located near Jonesboro and boasting a plethora of amenities, this park quickly became a favorite destination when the weather was nice.
- Lake Frierson State Park. Arkansas truly lives up to its reputation as a sportsman’s paradise, boasting a diverse landscape of mountains, forests, rivers, and lakes that offer an array of outdoor activities.
May 5, 2020 · Things to Do in Jonesboro, Arkansas: See Tripadvisor's 8,714 traveler reviews and photos of Jonesboro tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Jonesboro. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
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Jonesboro, one of the state's most progressive cities, was established in 1859 among the rolling hills of Crowley's Ridge in northeast Arkansas. Downtown is filled with gift shops, restaurants, art galleries, a day spa and an active civic center called the Forum.
