Brewery Trail
Do you like beer? If the answer is “Yes!,” then round up your friends and embark on the perfect Saturday road trip to four local breweries in the Arkansas River Valley.
Flight of Beer - Pridgin Family Brewery
Pridgin Family Brewery
Start the trail just 15 minutes outside of Clarksville at the peaceful, countryside retreat of Pridgin Family Brewery. Open Thursday through Sunday, you can unwind on the wraparound porch or come inside where all the woodwork has been crafted from the family-owned barn.
Beer Taps - Pridgin Family Brewery
While you are there, try the popular Corner Post Cream Ale and Haymaker IPA or sample all 10 beers with a tasty flight. Have the charcuterie board for lunch, or try out one of the food trucks that are on site every weekend.
Pridgin Family Brewery
Country Monks Brewing
Once you’ve had your fun on the farm, head just 12 minutes away to the unparalleled location that is Country Monks Brewing. Located off Highway 22 in Subiaco, you will be amazed to see Subiaco Abbey rising over the valley like a European Castle.
What is even more fascinating is that the monks have been brewing beer here since the late 1880’s! Don’t miss the opportunity to taste tradition and try one of the three beers that are always available - Peter’s Chair Pale Ale, Scholastic Stout and the Abbey Amber.
Abbey Amber - Country Monks Brewing
Look out for popular seasonal beers such as their Irish Red Ale and Peanut Brittle Beer. Even though they are only open Saturdays from 9:00am - 4:00pm, you can call to schedule a visit anytime during the week to have your own private brewery experience.
Country Monks Brewery
Make sure to take a tour of the jaw-dropping church of St. Benedict and the academy where 150 students currently attend. For Something extra special, see where the monks craft their beer, hot sauce, jellies, soap, hand-poured candles and peanut brittle.
Prestonrose Farm and Brewing Company
Prestonrose Farm and Brewing Company
After stocking your car with souvenirs, continue down Highway 22 for 5 minutes to Prestonrose Farm and Brewing Company. Prestonrose is a certified organic farm and is the only certified craft malt brewery in the state! Have a drink and a bite to eat on the massive screened-in deck from Thursday to Sunday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm.
Screened in Porch, Prestonrose Farm and Brewing Company
Choose from six annual beers and rotating seasonal beers like the popular Heritage Pale Ale and Abigail’s Okra Brown that is make from Okra seeds grown at the farm. The food is equally special. It is all made from scratch with ingredients from their own farm and others in the area, making it a true farm-to-table experience.
Point Remove Brewing Company
Now that you have taken on Pridgin Family Brewery, Country Monks Brewing, and Prestonrose Farm and Brewing Company, head to Morrilton for an evening at Point Remove Brewing Company. Cruise down scenic Highway 22 as you pass beautiful pastures, gorgeous lakes and all three of the Tri-Peak mountains to make your way to the final brewery.
Point Remove Brewing Company
Located at an old Coca-Cola bottling plant, enjoy yard games, live music and local food trucks on Point Remove’s giant patio. Check out the upstairs parlor and the massive 400-person event center and kitchen.
Outdoor Patio - Point Remove Brewing Company
Then chill inside the taproom, where everything from the tables, chairs and even the tap handles are crafted in-house, as you drink local favorites such as the Native Lager, Blackjack Pirate Ale and Motown IPA for a great end to your night.
After conquering the brewing trail, either mosey on home or drive just 15 minutes to Petit Jean Mountain State Park for a cozy night in a cabin and memories of a day well spent.
