Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

What is now the body of water called Lake Dardanelle was once simply the Arkansas River, a life source to plants and wildlife, as well as the Native Americans and settlers who migrated here. One river many voices.

At Ozark Folk Center State Park you can watch artisans in the craft village, like Jeanette who makes beautiful rugs and shawls by hand, using her own wool from her farm.

While we wait for cooler temperatures to come to The Natural State, here are the top 10 ways to stay cool at Arkansas State Parks during the dog days of summer.