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Kayaking at Lake Charles State Park

Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Park

  • Crater of Diamonds
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  • [X] Petit Jean

Region

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Park Activity

  • Boating / Marinas
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Kayaking / Canoeing
  • Swimming
  • Watchable Wildlife

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Trail Difficulty

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  • Arkansas State Parks Staff

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Petit Jean State Park Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center

Apr 2021

The Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center welcomes visitors to Petit Jean State Park. The newly constructed building, which provides space for camper registration, interpretive exhibits, meetings, special events, and staff offices, is named for the man whose vision for Petit Jean State Park brought about its creation as the cornerstone in the system of Arkansas State Parks.

Petit Jean State Park Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center Statue

7 Staycations at Arkansas State Parks

Apr 2021
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Arkansas State Parks Staff

Imagine waking up to the sound of waves lapping at the shore, birds chirping from tall pine trees, maybe even a boat motor quietly starting its day to bring joy to families spending the weekend away from it all. That’s the kind of wake-up you’ll receive when you staycation at an Arkansas State Park. We’ve chosen seven better-than-a-hotel locales you’re guaranteed to fall...

Paddleboarding at DeGray Lake State Park
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