This Lesser-known Destination in the South Has Charming Towns and Mountain Views That Rival the Smokies—Without the Crowds

This Lesser-known Destination in the South Has Charming Towns and Mountain Views That Rival the Smokies—Without the Crowds

Cave tours, bike trails, and delicious Southern fare await in Northwest Arkansas.Wesley Hitt/Getty Images A hiker photographs the fall colors in in Devil's Den State Park, in Northwest Arkansas.While the Smokies and the Blue Ridge Parkway get the spotlight when it comes to mountains in the South, Northwest Arkansas (NWA) and the Ozarks offer an unexpected alternative—without the crowds. Driving through this part of the state is the ultimate road…