Dog Walkers in Downum Acres

Downum Acres is a rural residential area south of Bentonville, Arkansas. The region is centered around Downum Road and is a newer residential subdivision with ongoing development. There are no services within walking distance but Bentonville can be accessed by a short drive and there are plenty of pet stores and even a specialty pet bakery located there where you can obtain unique treats. 

Residents with dogs that enjoy walking in the area will find winters to be reasonably mild with winter lows reaching just below the freezing mark. On most winter days, a light jacket will suffice. The Bentonville region receives only a small amount of snow per year, however, in rural areas like Downum Acres where the wind can pick up during snowfalls, drifting and reduced visibility can hamper walking. Summers are very hot and most residents will want to avoid walking their dogs in the heat of the day. 

There are several homes in the area and more properties under development. Approaches and light fixtures have been set up in this rural subdivision and ongoing construction takes place often. Highway 62 runs to the east of the region and there is a large law enforcement training center located in the district with facilities and a track. Homes in the area vary widely in style, with some smaller and other large rural properties with sprawling lawns, landscape features, and large natural areas between properties. The Ozark Mountains are nearby and are a dominant landscape feature. 

In spite of the proximity to the mountains, this community is relatively flat and easy to walk around on foot with your dog. This rural community, however, does not have sidewalks in place and when walking with your dog in the area, you should keep him leashed. Wearing bright clothing, especially in the evening so vehicles can spot you, is also advised.

The Downum Acres region and surrounding areas have plenty of natural, forested terrain where locals have created natural trails to walk with their pooches. Ravines and creeks in the areas, as well as open and treed spaces, provide plenty of natural greenways for Downum area residents. 

If you're looking for more developed trails, the Hobbs State Park can be accessed with a drive to the northeast. This park provides 12054 acres of Ozark landscape along Beaver Lake. There is a 36-mile trail system for hiking with your hound! Other trail users include horseback riders and cyclists, so be sure to watch out for other users in the park. 

To the southeast, the Ozark National Forest has more than one million acres of forestry preserve with miles and miles of trails for different ability levels. In the autumn, these large parks and forests are spectacular with fall colors and hilly terrain provides sweeping views of the surrounding territory.