Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

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Rock-climbing at Petit Jean State Park

Nov 2025

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Zoie Clift

Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Parks and Recreation Foundation, Arkansas Climbers Coalition and other partners have worked together to open a new chapter at Seven Hollows with the development of dedicated rock-climbing routes.

A woman and small child top roping a rock wall share a fist bump at the bottom.

Opt Outside this Thanksgiving Weekend at Arkansas State Parks

Nov 2025

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Zoie Clift

Our 52 state parks offer incredible opportunities to explore Arkansas’s natural beauty during the long holiday weekend.

File photo of the trails at Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area. Photo by Kirk Jordan.

Arkansas State Parks: an educational destination

Nov 2025

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Zoie Clift

Many are familiar with Arkansas State Parks as a destination for outdoor adventures and family fun. Along with this they also serve as an engaging educational resource.

File photo of park interpreter at Logoly State Park.

Arkansas State Parks: A Park for Everyone

Aug 2024

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Zoie Clift

Arkansas has one of the top state park systems in the nation and these destinations, which are open year-round and free to enter, can be found across the state in a range of landscapes.