
Memphis to Helena: The Delta Road Trip Most People Skip
Helena, Arkansas is 70 miles south of Memphis on the Blues Highway. Most people driving through never stop. Here is why they should -- and why one night makes all the difference.
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Helena, Arkansas is 70 miles south of Memphis on the Blues Highway. Most people driving through never stop. Here is why they should -- and why one night makes all the difference.
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Two of the South's most significant cycling routes converge at Helena, Arkansas. The Great River Road and Crowley's Ridge Gravel Trail -- and Helena is Mile Zero.
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Built in 1904 with cotton money that collapsed by 1917, the William A. Short House has survived as a funeral home, apartments, a rehabilitation center, and — since 1984 — the Edwardian Inn. Here is what historic actually means.
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Historic ice storm approaching Helena & Arkansas Delta. Up to 1+ inch of ice accumulation forecast. Power outages likely for days. Shelter available at The Edwardian Inn.
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Adventure comes home to Helena with Mile Zero on April 11—cycling, running, paddling, and birding in a rally-style celebration of everything that makes the Delta special.
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Explore Arkansas' longest rail-to-trail cycling adventure. The Edwardian Inn in Helena offers the perfect basecamp for the 84.5-mile Delta Heritage Trail journey.
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After 41 years of welcoming guests to our Helena Arkansas bed and breakfast, we're excited to share our new digital home - the foundation for serving you better.
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