We took a trip to Oklahoma and Arkansas to ride the Talimena Scenic Byway between Talihina, Oklahoma and Mena, Arkansas, explore Robber’s Cave, and just take some time away from the normal world to relax and reset.
The ride to our AirBnB in Talihina, Oklahoma; as well as the ride back home; was plagued with torrential rain. It left us soaked (despite our best efforts employing rain gear) and our bikes filthy. On the (literal) bright side, the remaining days of the trip were clear, warm, and sunny, allowing us to enjoy the ride and scenery to its fullest.
If you’ve never taken a trip to ride the Talimena, it’s well worth it.
