Chicago, Escape the Cold

Close enough for a weekend, big enough for a getaway.

Looking for a change of scenery without the hassle of long travel days or big budgets? Arkansas is closer than you think, with daily direct flights from Chicago to Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas.

Here, value meets adventure year-round, where winter days are mild enough for hiking through national forests, exploring world-class mountain biking trails or making memories with family at an Arkansas State Park.

We’re also home to acclaimed art museums, live music, award-winning food, spas and even horse racing. Arkansas is where natural beauty and remarkable culture collide. Plan your Arkansas adventure today.

Book now and get 20% off lodging at Arkansas State Parks.

Receive 20% off your stay at Arkansas State Parks cabins and lodge rooms when you book between October 24 - November 9 on your stay from November 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026. 

Visit Reserve.ArkansasStateParks.com and select a cabin or lodge room. Use promo code Escape20 at checkout to see the discount applied. 

Promotion Details: 

• Reserve online or directly with the park.
• If booking with the park, mention the discount code. If booking online, discount is applied at checkout. 
• Offer based on availability. Applies to all days of the week with no blackout dates.
• Discount applies to new reservations only and cannot be transferred or combined with other discounts or promotions. 
• Discount not available on camping or YURTs.
• All applicable deposits, cancellation, reservation, and minimum stay policies apply.
• Changes to reservation dates may affect the rate.

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