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What to know. The town of Chalk Bluff, now long gone, was the site of several skirmishes during the Civil War, the most significant of which was the May 1-2, 1863 action as General John S. Marmaduke retreated from an unsuccessful raid into Missouri. The battle and the town's history are interpreted though markers placed along a walking trail.
Civil War Battle of Chalk Bluff. While this park is very small by CW park standards it is nice to see if you in interested in the Civil War in Arkansas and Missouri. It is located on the banks of the St, Francis River with Ark on one side and Missouir on the other.
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Clay County. Get Directions. Share This Natural Area. Chalk Bluff Natural Area is situated on the north end of the Arkansas portion of Crowley's Ridge where the St. Francis River cuts through the Ridge and divides Missouri's "bootheel" from Arkansas. Despite its name, Chalk Bluff has no chalk deposits.
Chalk Bluff Park, Battle Site and Natural Area. Chalk Bluff is important both geologically and historically. It overlooks the St. Francis River and lies at Arkansas’s northeast point of Crowley’s Ridge.
- Why Is It called Chalk Bluff?
- What Happened to The Town of Chalk Bluff, Arkansas?
- Amenities at Chalk Bluff Park
Well, every name has an origin somewhere. Even Rooster Poot. Yes, Arkansas is full of weird town names. So, where did the name Chalk Bluff come from? Chalk Bluff got it’s name because of the white clay in the area that looks like Chalk.
Towns live and die by the availability of jobs and access. Chalk Bluff managed to survive the Civil War but, in 1882, the railroad crossed the river two miles south of Chalk Bluff. This created a new town (St. Francis) and Chalk Bluff slowly dwindled away.
If you want to soak in the history and scenery at Chalk Bluff, you’ll find that the state of Arkansas has made it easy for you! There are trails, restrooms, picnic tables and handicapped access here at the park.
58,000. Acres Saved. The American Battlefield Trust and our members have saved more than 58,000 acres in 25 states! SEE THE LAND WE'VE SAVED. St. Francis, Arkansas | The town of Chalk Bluff, now long gone, was the site of several skirmishes during the Civil War.
Mar 16, 2017 · Chalk Bluff Park: Great place for history and a walk - See 5 traveler reviews, 13 candid photos, and great deals for Saint Francis, AR, at Tripadvisor.
