Devils Backbone - Marshall, AR
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The Snowdog
N 35° 53.700 W 092° 36.893
15S E 534756 N 3972371
The road cut through the Devils Backbone reveals the geologic history of this part of Arkansas - southeast of Marshall, Arkansas.
Waymark Code: WM1C5VF
Location: Arkansas, United States
Date Posted: 06/10/2025
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The South Mountain Scenic Overlook is at a road side pull out with room for sevearl cars; there are also a few shelters here, and even a rock shop with an espresso bar. Historical Markers on site describe the construction of the road cut through the Devils Backbone, which exposes upper Fayetteville Shale, and overlying lower Pitkin Limestone that was deposited in a shallow sea covering the southern Ozark region as the Mississippian Geological Period ended. This history is revealed as visitors inspect the roadside cut on the east side of the highway. An Earth Cache at this location encourages visitors to examine the cliffs and enhance their knowledge of geologic history. An orientation table here identifies features visible to the west and northwest.
Waymark is confirmed to be publicly accessible: yes
Access fee (In local currency): .00
Requires 4x4 vehicle to visit.: no
Public Transport available: no
Website reference: [Web Link]
Parking Coordinates: Not Listed
Requires a high clearance vehicle to visit.: Not Listed
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