Welcome, folks! We are thrilled you want to follow the trail Mattie Ross traveled from Dardanelle to Fort Smith and into Oklahoma, alongside the sharp-shooting, whiskey-loving Rooster Cogburn. Immortalized in Charles Portis’s internationally acclaimed novel True Grit, this trail honors the fierce determination of a young girl seeking justice for her murdered father. Enjoy the drive as you explore the historic towns and attractions along the way!