Russellville is a city in Pope County, Arkansas, United States.
According to 2006 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 25,520, ranking it as the
state's 16th largest city, behind Benton.
The ZIP codes are 72802 and 72801. The city is the county seat of Pope County.
It has a four year college (Arkansas Tech University) and Arkansas Nuclear One,
Arkansas's only nuclear power plant.
Russellville borders Lake Dardanelle as well as the Arkansas River.
The town was named after Dr. Thomas Russell.
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Canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts enjoy this sport on the Illinois Bayou and Mulberry Creek.
Arkansas River – The beautiful Arkansas winds its way through Russellville between the Ouachita and Ozark
Mountains providing stunning vistas, championship fishing, boating, sailing, swimming, skiing and other
recreational opportunities. Several home sites are available along the river's shores.
The Holla Bend Wildlife Refuge, containing over 6,300 acres, provides natural habitant for over 150 species
of birds, including migrating waterfowl. Visitors can view the wildlife from several viewing stations provided
by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.
Mt. Nebo and Petit Jean Mountains are minutes away and offer state parks, breathtaking scenery, hiking trails,
waterfalls, fishing, swimming, tennis, camping and rustic cabins. Both are great escapes for enjoying the
sights and sounds of nature at her best. .
Russellville Country Club offers an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and pool.
Bay Ridge Boat and Golf Club offers an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, pool, and boat dock.
Galla Creek is an 18-hole public golf course located just four miles east of Russellville in the community
of Pottsville.
Local schools participate in football, basketball, swimming, baseball, track & field, golf, and volleyball.
Arkansas Tech University competes in the NCAA Division II Gulf South Athletic Conference in football, basketball,
volleyball, golf, tennis, and baseball.
A full time director and staff manages Russellville's nine city parks and the Hughes Community Center. Activities
offered include lighted tennis courts, lighted baseball and softball fields, a new soccer complex, an Olympic-size
swimming pool, basketball court, and equipped playgrounds.
Lake Dardanelle State Park and Old Post Road Park, managed by the US Army Corp of Engineers, together offer
boat access ramps, fishing piers with handicap accessibility, information center, 332 campsites, cabins, marina
and boat repair, putt putt golf, amphitheater, and is the weigh in station and headquarters for several fishing tournaments
throughout the year.
The new Lake Dardanelle Visitor Information and Education Center is a $2.3 million facility that encompasses
10,527 sq. ft. and will house exhibits, a multipurpose meeting room and classroom, and park staff offices. This
beautiful new facility is scheduled to open in Spring 2003.
Bona Dea Trails and Wildlife Sanctuary offers over six miles of walking and jogging trails through 186 acres of
natural wildlife habitant. A physical fitness course with 18 workout stations is also available for those seeking a
more vigorous workout.
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