Ben Lomond, AR

Tucked into southwest Arkansas just off Highway 59, Ben Lomond is a quiet rural community sitting just north of Millwood Lake and the Little River. Named by Scottish settlers back in the 1800s, it originally grew around local cotton farming and the timber trade. While the old sawmills and early commercial hubs have faded over the decades, the town has held onto its deep agricultural roots and calm, country feel.

Today, life in Ben Lomond moves at an easygoing pace centered around its local churches, community senior center, and friendly neighborhood feel. Students attend classes in the neighboring Ashdown School District, and Highway 59 makes for a quick trip north to Lockesburg or south to Ashdown for groceries, dining, and everyday errands. With excellent fishing and boating on Millwood Lake right down the road, it is a great landing spot for anyone looking for peaceful open space within an easy drive of larger towns.