Discover State Parks
Find the Best of Arkansas State Parks for Every Season
Adventure and relaxation go hand in hand in Arkansas State Parks. Hike to Cedar Falls at Petit Jean, ride the Monument Trails at Devil’s Den, paddle the White River at Bull Shoals-White River or cast a line at Millwood Lake. Spend the night in a historic lodge at Queen Wilhelmina, tuck into a lakeside cabin at Lake Ouachita or pitch a tent under the stars at Moro Bay.
Each season brings its own magic — dogwoods blooming in spring, summer swims at Lake Dardanelle, fiery foliage at Withrow Springs in fall and bald eagles soaring over the Mississippi River in winter. From cultural landmarks like Prairie Grove Battlefield and Historic Washington to quiet escapes like Cane Creek and Woolly Hollow, every park tells its own story.
Pick a Park
Arkansas parks range from mountain ridges in the Ozarks and scenic valleys in the River Valley to cypress-lined lakes in the Delta and rolling forests in the Ouachitas. Visitors can hike to waterfalls at Lake Catherine, paddle quiet waters at Lake Chicot or climb sandstone bluffs at Mount Magazine.
Pick a Trail
The trails here lead to some of Arkansas’ best views. Follow the Butterfield Trail at Devil’s Den, take on the Ozark Highlands Trail at Lake Fort Smith or ride the flowy Monument Trails at Hobbs and Pinnacle Mountain.
Stay in a Park
Overnight options at Arkansas State Parks range from cabins and campgrounds to RV hookups and full-service lodges. Book a cabin at Lake Catherine, roll into an RV site at Lake Dardanelle or wake up to mountain views from the Lodge at Mount Magazine.
Overnight options at Arkansas State Parks range from cabins and campgrounds to RV hookups and full-service lodges. Book a cabin at Lake Catherine, roll into an RV site at Lake Dardanelle or wake up to mountain views from the Lodge at Mount Magazine.
Experiences
Arkansas State Parks’ Greatest Hits
Memorable adventures from rock climbing to rock hounding, hiking to birding and everything in between are within reach.
Waterfalls of Arkansas State Parks
Hiking to waterfalls is a great way to get out into nature and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. It can be a calming and peaceful experience, or an adrenaline-filled adventure depending on how you approach it. You can get some great exercise and fresh air, and you may even spot some wildlife along the way.
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