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Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

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  • Crater of Diamonds
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Date Published

  • February 2021
  • January 2017

Video: The West Drain

Feb 2021
  ⁄  
Waymon Cox

One of Arkansas' most unique natural attractions is Crater of Diamonds State Park. Located in Murfreesboro, this site hosts thousands of visitors each year. A volcanic pipe erupted here around 100 million years ago, bringing diamonds to the surface. Today, park guests search for their own genuine diamonds in a 37.5-acre plowed field atop the volcanic crater. In addition to...

west drain at crater of diamonds state park

5 State Parks Off the Beaten Path

Jan 2017
  ⁄  
Robin Gabe

Whether you’re looking to hike a trail, journey through history, muddy up your mountain bike, or just get away for the weekend, there is an Arkansas State Park waiting for you.

Lake Fort Smith State Park
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