Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Arkansas has 52 state parks across the state. This history and heritage of Arkansas State Parks has roots in many interesting areas, including the Civilian Conservation Corps, CCC.

Parkin Archeological State Park: a National Historic Landmark

Mar 2024

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Zoie Clift

Among the places to explore archeology history year round in Arkansas is Parkin Archeological State Park in Parkin.

The heritage of the Davies Bridge at Petit Jean State Park

Feb 2024

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Zoie Clift

The Davies Bridge at Petit Jean State Park in Morrilton is 90 years old this year.

Winter hiking at Arkansas State Parks

Jan 2024

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Zoie Clift

Winter is a beautiful time to get outside and hit the trail at an Arkansas State Park.

New Visitor Center at Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Dec 2023

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Zoie Clift

At Pinnacle Mountain State Park, near Little Rock, outdoor explorations include climbing to the top of Pinnacle Mountain, paddling, hiking and mountain biking the park’s Monument Trails, and more. Pinnacle Mountain State Park is also a Trail of Tears National Historic Site.

NEW VISITOR CENTER AT PINNACLE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK

Women’s history at Mount Nebo State Park

Mar 2023

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Zoie Clift

Mount Nebo State Park is the state’s second oldest state park. The park can be found in a stellar spot atop Mount Nebo and its location is tied to an interesting piece of history. In 1924, Mount Nebo became the first town on record in Arkansas to have an all-female government, including a female mayor and city council. At the park, there is a panel dedicated to the all...

Three women sitting on a bench watching a sunrise at Mount Nebo State Park

Touring Historic Washington State Park

Aug 2022

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Zoie Clift

Historic Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas, is packed with history on almost every corner. While here you can visit historic locations that make up the largest collection of 19th-century buildings in the entire state. The town of Washington is both a town and a state park. The state park includes restored historic structures that showcase what life was like in...

Blacksmith at Historic Washington State Park forging a leaf in the fire

Arkansas State Parks Adjusts Operations to Respond to Statewide COVID-19 Increase

Dec 2020

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Meg Matthews

Visitor information centers, museums, restaurants and two marinas at Arkansas State Parks will see a reduction of operating hours to efficiently manage available resources during the recent statewide increase in COVID-19 cases.

Relax, Recharge and Recreate During Spring Break

Feb 2020

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Meg Matthews

Arkansas State Parks have many ways to relax, recharge and recreate fun and affordable. Take the time this spring break to visit a park and enjoy the physical and mental benefits.