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Find Exciting Things to Do in Arkansas

Arkansas is a unique tapestry of mountains, plains and fertile delta. Our history and heritage is part Western frontier, part Ozark pioneer and part Old South. Whether you choose to spend your time enjoying contemporary cityscapes or outdoor recreation that takes full advantage of The Natural State's abundant resources, we'll do our best to make you feel at home on your Arkansas vacation. 

Choose your own adventure! Hunt or fish, shop for antiques, dig for diamonds, search for wildlife, peruse art - Arkansas attractions offer something for everyone.

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Big Brushy Recreation Area & Campground

Attractive wooded setting on stream bank. Has a loop trail and parking/access for the Ouachita National Recreation Trail.

Crossett Centennial Park

Located in the heart of downtown on Main Street celebrating the Rose Inn, a once prominent structure in Crossett. It’s a scenic, restful stop highlighted with pieces of Rose Inn history, beautiful gardens and a fountain, all within walking distance...

Lake Chicot

Located in the flat Delta lands of southeastern Arkansas, Lake Chicot is a true natural wonder. A 20-mile-long, former main channel of the Mississippi River, it is the biggest oxbow lake in North America and Arkansas' largest natural lake. The Great...

Rebsamen Park Golf Course

Central

Vogel Schwartz Sculpture Garden

Central
Highlights a collection of more than 75 works of art and features natural terraces and walkways in Riverfront Park; space for receptions, weddings and other events; located north of the Little Rock Marriott and east toward the River Market District.

Albert Pike Recreation Area

The Timberlands
Day use only. Natural pool in Little Missouri River, swimming, fishing, mountain biking and hiking trails. 20 picnic sites.

Bradley House Museum

The Ozarks
Former home of Dr. W.A. Bradley, a Victorian era house, now operated by the Newton County Historical Society as a museum to collect, preserve and promote historical and genealogical material relating to Newton County and the surrounding area. Located...

El Dorado Country Club

The Timberlands

Magnolia Arts Council

Magnolia Arts Council (also known as Magnolia Arts) was incorporated in 1963 as a non-profit organization. It supports as its main event the Side Walk Art Show at the annual Magnolia Blossom Festival held in May. Over the years the organization has...

Arkansas National Guard Museum

Central
The Arkansas National Guard Museum is the definitive collection of artifacts and history related to the Arkansas National Guard, as well as the state militias that preceded it. Located inside Camp Robinson military post in North Little Rock, the...

Cadron Creek Outfitters

Cadron Creek Outfitters offers canoe, kayak, ripboard & stand-up paddleboard rentals, shuttle service, tent & RV campsites & cabin rentals. Their two campgrounds, Batesville Mountain & Pinnacle Springs, are separated by a day of paddling (8 miles) on...

Grand Prairie Loop

Central
For those living in the mountains, the pancake-flat prairie is a curious attraction. This ride between the Arkansas and White rivers is not one of those front-wheel-says-hi-to-the-rear-tire, hairpin curve type rides. It is a relaxing stretch when you...

Mystic Creek Golf Club

The Timberlands
Mystic Creek is a truly one-of-a-kind course, nestled among the rolling timbers of southern Arkansas. The club's 18-hole Kenneth Dye, Jr.-designed course was immediately recognized as one of the Best New Courses by Golf Digest in 2013. With cathedral...

Ashley County Museum

Local history exhibits located in the 1918 David E. Watson Home, listed on the National Register of Historic Places; Neo-Classical Revival style; available for wedding receptions, parties, and reunions; renovated kitchen; den with fireplace.

Chalk Bluff Battlefield Park

The town of Chalk Bluff, now long gone, was the site of several skirmishes during the Civil War, the most significant of which was the May 1-2, 1863 action as General John S. Marmaduke retreated from an unsuccessful raid into Missouri. The battle and...