Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

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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

Crater of Diamonds to celebrate 35,000th diamond found at park since 1972

Aug 2022

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Waymon Cox

Crater of Diamonds State Park will celebrate an important moment in its history in the coming weeks, as staff prepare to recognize the 35,000th diamond found and registered there since the state park opened in 1972. “It’s amazing to work at a place with so much history,” Park Superintendent Caleb Howell said. “Every diamond found here has a story to go along with it, but...

Man and boy wet sift for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds State Park

The Natural Beauty of the Upper Delta

Jul 2022

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

Calling all nature lovers! Discover the unrivaled beauty of Arkansas’ Upper Delta Region by exploring the area’s state parks. Check out these parks to help you start planning your next big adventure. From wildlife viewing and lake trips to birding and fishing, all kinds of outdoor fun await you in this region.

Discovering the Uncle Sam

Jul 2022

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Waymon Cox

Greetings from Crater of Diamonds State Park! In recent weeks, we have learned that the Uncle Sam Diamond—the largest ever found in the United States—is now on display at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History, in Washington, D.C. While Uncle Sam is one of America’s most significant diamonds, most people don’t know the fascinating story of how...

Morning on DeGray Lake

Jun 2022

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Kayla Gomance

Come find the power of serenity by watching the day begin at DeGray Lake Resort State Park.

Sunset at the Pond at Logoly State Park

Jun 2022

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Heather Runyan

Among the bugs, frogs, and bird sounds, there is a full chorus performing for whoever is willing to stop and listen, especially around sunset. Take a moment to enjoy the sounds of Logoly State Park and then go out and discover your own sunset chorus, wherever you may be.

More than just a dirt field

Jun 2022

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Tayler Markham

Greetings from Crater of Diamonds State Park! With summer here, we are planning exciting new programs for park guests in the months to come. This summer will be a special one for the Crater of Diamonds, as we celebrate 50 years as an Arkansas State Park!

family digging for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds State Park

Best parks for a family getaway

Jun 2022

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

Arkansas State Parks are perfect for your family getaway. With activities for everyone and every age, you’ll have plenty to do at any one of our state parks. Check out our list for some ideas on parks you should visit.

Family canoeing at Cane Creek and touching the lilly pads

5 Activities To Do In State Parks

Jun 2022

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Kelly Farrell

You probably already know there are tons of fun activities to do with your family and friends while visiting the state parks of Arkansas – things like hiking scenic trails, kayaking on lakes and streams, fishing, birdwatching, touring historic sites, visiting museums, geocaching, and so much more.

Lake Chicot State Park: A “C” of Discovery

Jun 2022

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Alex Hedegard

Lake Chicot serves as a “C” (sea) of discovery, delivering a pristine bald cypress ecosystem that provides both beauty and a healthy haven for much of Lake Chicot State Park’s wildlife. As you watch this video, imagine what wildlife lives here.