Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Rich Mountain is an excellent stopover for Monarchs due to the many species of wildflowers that bloom during the end of September and the beginning of October.

With Eyes Like a Child

Apr 2016

For an adult, a trail is a way to get from one place to another. For a child, that same trail is unexplored territory filled with new creatures, strange plants, and thrilling experiences.

Kayaking Campout!

Apr 2016

Learn more about the overnight kayaking trip of the year Lake Ouachita State Park, which is one of the best ways to experience the lake and create cherished memories.

The Once and Future Mather Lodge

Mather Lodge is closed for restoration, renovation and major rebuilding, but will stay true to the original design and structure of the CCC era in which it was built.

Crater of Diamonds State Park: A wonderful and crazy place

Waymon Cox

The main thing that makes Crater of Diamonds State Park so unique is that our visitors are allowed to hunt for diamonds, and then are allowed to keep them.

Making Arkansas Natural

The natural state just doesn’t mean having nature. A part of the State parks mission is to protect and manage our natural resources.

Petit Jean State Park: A Place Where You Can Go Home Again

A person who made the hike to Cedar Falls fifty years ago can return today, make the hike, and little has changed which is inspirational and a relief to many park visitors.

Songs of the Woods

Visit an Arkansas State Park near you. There will be plenty of opportunities to listen to the music of the woods so turn off the radio and head outside.

Going Prehistoric!

Come and see the archaeological wonders of the Plum Bayou Mounds where you can experience these actual events and see our own piece of prehistory.

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park

School’s Out – State Parks Are In!