About Atkins, AR
The city of Atkins, which was once a busy cotton market, is located in Pope County, Arkansas, in the Russellville metro area and is known for its fried dill pickles. Each year in May, the annual Picklefest, which holds a pickle juice drinking contest and other activities, is celebrated here. Less than 20 minutes away, you'll find the largest school in the area, Arkansas Tech University, a fully-accredited four-year college with over 6,000 students. One of the best places to visit when you are in Atkins is nearby Lake Dardanelle State Park, a 35,000-acre lake where you can enjoy picnicking, fishing and other water sports. A Famous persons from Atkins has included MLB player, Ellis Kinder.
