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Autumn Adventures on the Historic Jefferson Highway - Part 2

Autumn Adventures on the Historic Jefferson Highway - Part 2

From Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana to Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma, experience the fall season along the historic Jefferson Highway.

Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith

October 6, 20251h 23m

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Show Notes

From Texas festivals and Oklahoma getaways to scenic retreats in Arkansas and historic stops in Kansas and Missouri, Part 2 of Autumn Adventures on the Jefferson Highway continues our fall journey along this legendary “Pines to Palms Highway.” 🍂


In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” series, we explore vibrant communities that make this route a must for fall travelers. Hear about lively festivals, community spirit, small-town charm, and unique lodging — from historic motels, relaxing Bed & Breakfasts, and treehouses to boutique stays and classic brand hotels.


FEATURED GUESTS

- Stacy Foley – Greenville Tourism, Texas: http://travelgreenvilletx.com/ 

- Janna Conklin – Boots Court Motel, Carthage, MO: https://bootscourt66.com/ 

- Phyllis Bitner – Miners Hall Museum, Franklin, KS: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/ 

- Tiffany Bertram – Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast, Bismarck, AR: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/ 

- Charlotte Knotek – DeSoto Parish Tourism Commission, Louisiana: https://discoverdesoto.com/ 

- Billy Sumner – Travel McAlester, Oklahoma: https://travelmcalester.com/ 


✨ Listen to Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/P6tMrp7STjM?si=vzYsI-LSvNRoEgSl 


🚗 The Jefferson Highway, known as the “Pines to Palms Highway”, stretches from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana, weaving through communities with deep historical roots and cultural pride. Learn more: Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/ 


🌐 Sign up to receive the upcoming new digital Jefferson Highway Travel Guide and new website updates: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/ 


📺 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station," "Road Trip Radio" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio 


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