There’s many a day trip to take in Arkansas, from scenic drives to waterfall tours but one of the most delicious will be this donut trail! Now we love our Shipley’s and Krispy Kremes around the state but we’ll leave those to Texas and Kentucky, respectively. These donut dealers are all Arkansas locals! Let’s roll across the state on this sweet day trip:
If you’re craving a sweet road trip, then you’re going to love today’s donut feature!
Google Maps This delightfully indulging trip covers a day’s worth of donut shops. You can begin in Fort Smith, Hot Springs, or just pick a favorite and start driving!
- Irish Maid Donuts - Fort Smith
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Facebook/Irish Maid Donuts of Fort Smith,AR Irish Maid has been a favorite in Fort Smith for over 60 years! Their maple bars are a perfect sugar rush to any morning, though they have plenty of selection. Make it a balanced breakfast by ordering the maple bacon bar, instead. For hours and such, follow their Facebook Page.
- Paul’s Bakery - Van Buren
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Facebook/Paul’s Bakery Even older than Irish Maid (by a year), Paul’s Bakery has served Arkansans for decades! The full bakery has cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and gifts in addition to a wide case of donuts. Their Facebook Page can be found here.
- Uptown Frills - Mountainburg
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Facebook/Uptown Frills A newer-to-town but still delicious stop is Mountainburg’s Uptown Frills. Unlike most of our other morning-only shops, Uptown Frills is a bistro that’s open for lunch and early supper. Pair your classic cinnamon roll with hearty biscuits and gravy before continuing on our donut day trip. You can see what all is on the menu by following their Facebook Page.
- Shimmery Donuts - Conway
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Facebook/Shimmery Donuts If you’re a fan of old fashioned cake donuts then you’re going to love our stop in Conway. Shimmery Donuts has a tasty selection of cake donuts including cinnamon, chocolate, maple, strawberry, blueberry and more. For a full list of donuts and other breakfast items, head to their Facebook Page.
- Mark’s Do-Nut Shop - North Little Rock
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Google/Matt Parker This no-frills shop has been around since 1978. Mark’s is the place to go if you’re wanting a simple but delightful glazed donut. Every donut on this modest menu is incredibly soft and fluffy so be sure to grab a bit of everything before continuing with the drive. Follow their Facebook Page for more insight.
- Dale’s Donut Shop - Benton
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Google/Josh Monroe Much like Mark’s, Dale’s Donut Shop takes pride in serving simple but irresistible sweets. The apple fritters are the most popular item here but you can’t go wrong with a classic glaze, either! Drool over their donuts by following their Facebook Page.
- Spa City Donuts - Hot Springs
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Facebook/Spa City Donuts & More One of the best parts of this road trip is that it doesn’t matter where you end, it’ll be on a sweet note! Spa City Donuts & More has a collection of cases filled with donuts and other breakfast foods. Their stuffed Bismarck donuts are our favorite but you’ll savor whatever you end up picking! Follow their Facebook Page for more info.
Now, these are certainly not the only donuts shops worth visiting in Arkansas, they’re merely one day trip to roll through! Tell us your favorite donut stops in the comments below!
Google Maps
This delightfully indulging trip covers a day’s worth of donut shops. You can begin in Fort Smith, Hot Springs, or just pick a favorite and start driving!
Facebook/Irish Maid Donuts of Fort Smith,AR
Irish Maid has been a favorite in Fort Smith for over 60 years! Their maple bars are a perfect sugar rush to any morning, though they have plenty of selection. Make it a balanced breakfast by ordering the maple bacon bar, instead. For hours and such, follow their Facebook Page.
Facebook/Paul’s Bakery
Even older than Irish Maid (by a year), Paul’s Bakery has served Arkansans for decades! The full bakery has cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and gifts in addition to a wide case of donuts. Their Facebook Page can be found here.
Facebook/Uptown Frills
A newer-to-town but still delicious stop is Mountainburg’s Uptown Frills. Unlike most of our other morning-only shops, Uptown Frills is a bistro that’s open for lunch and early supper. Pair your classic cinnamon roll with hearty biscuits and gravy before continuing on our donut day trip. You can see what all is on the menu by following their Facebook Page.
Facebook/Shimmery Donuts
If you’re a fan of old fashioned cake donuts then you’re going to love our stop in Conway. Shimmery Donuts has a tasty selection of cake donuts including cinnamon, chocolate, maple, strawberry, blueberry and more. For a full list of donuts and other breakfast items, head to their Facebook Page.
Google/Philip Goudeau
Google/Matt Parker
This no-frills shop has been around since 1978. Mark’s is the place to go if you’re wanting a simple but delightful glazed donut. Every donut on this modest menu is incredibly soft and fluffy so be sure to grab a bit of everything before continuing with the drive. Follow their Facebook Page for more insight.
Google/Kristi Clark
Google/Josh Monroe
Much like Mark’s, Dale’s Donut Shop takes pride in serving simple but irresistible sweets. The apple fritters are the most popular item here but you can’t go wrong with a classic glaze, either! Drool over their donuts by following their Facebook Page.
Facebook/Spa City Donuts & More
One of the best parts of this road trip is that it doesn’t matter where you end, it’ll be on a sweet note! Spa City Donuts & More has a collection of cases filled with donuts and other breakfast foods. Their stuffed Bismarck donuts are our favorite but you’ll savor whatever you end up picking! Follow their Facebook Page for more info.
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