Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Park

Region

Park Activity

Trail Type

Trail Difficulty

Author

Date Published

Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast at Historic Washington State Park

Sep 2020

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Monika Rued

Want to stay in a unique historic place? Historic Washington State Park has the perfect place. The Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast is a jailhouse that has been renovated with all the modern amenities. The original jail was completed in 1873. It was a brick, one-story building with four jail cells. It housed criminals for offenses such as burglary, forgery, assault, assault...

Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast at Historic Washington State Park

Passing Time in Historic Powhatan

Apr 2020

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Monika Rued

Powhatan Historic State Park Interpreter Geoffrey shows you just as we still do today, the people of historic Powhatan made their own toys, games, and entertainment to pass the time and help families grow stronger together.

Powhatan Park Interpreter Geoffrey shows a game with a cup and ball

Help Us Protect Your Arkansas State Parks

Apr 2020

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Monika Rued

Lake Catherine State Park Superintendent Cheryl Vincent goes over Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Thank you in advance for helping us protect your Arkansas State Parks.

Physical Distancing at Arkansas State Parks

Mar 2020

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Monika Rued

It's important during this COVID-19 health emergency, that we all practice social "physical" distancing and follow CDC guidelines. Park Interpreter Matthew shows us some best practices while visiting state parks and other natural areas.

Park interpreter Matthew holding a stick showing six feet distance

Tour a YURT

Jan 2019

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Monika Rued

Arkansas State Parks offer plenty of great accommodation, like a YURT. They are perfect if you don’t have camping equipment but would still like a camping experience.

Arkansas State Parks December To Do List

Nov 2018

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Monika Rued

December is a wonderful time to connect with your community in Arkansas state parks. We have interpretative programs and events on tap all month to celebrate the holidays.

Eagle Cruise at DeGray Lake Resort State Park

Devil's Den State Park Visitor Gallery

Sep 2018

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Monika Rued

We love singing the praises of Devil's Den State Park but don't just take our word for it. Check out our visitor gallery and tag Devil's Den State Park or use #ARstateparks to share your pics and videos.

50th Annual Jonquil Festival at Historic Washington State Park

Mar 2018

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Monika Rued

Join us at Historic Washington State Park for the 50th Anniversary Jonquil Festival. Enjoy classic activities like craft and food vendors, the parade and fish fry.

Fun Fall Events

Oct 2017

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Monika Rued

Arkansas State Parks has several fun fall events and programs. Check out some of our park interpreters’ suggestions they sent in and make your plans to come visit.

Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking Exhibit at State Capitol

Jul 2017

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Monika Rued

“Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking in the State Parks of Arkansas” is a biking exhibit at the Arkansas Capitol, celebrating mountain biking in Arkansas State Parks.