The 15 Best Camping Spots in Arkansas!

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Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Mena, AR

Arkansas’ second highest point can be found in Queen Wilhelmina State Park, snuggled in the Ouachita Mountains near the city of Mena. Camping is truly an experience on the nearly 2,700 feet…

Arkansas’ second highest point can be found in Queen Wilhelmina State Park, snuggled in the…

6 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Arkansas!

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Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens, Mena, AR

When looking for a romantic day trip in Mena, Arkansas, visit Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens. Enjoy a scenic stroll by the waterfront pergola with the Ouachita Mountains in the background. This garden…

When looking for a romantic day trip in Mena, Arkansas, visit Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens. Enjoy…

The Top 15 Historical Sites in Arkansas!

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State Line Marker, near Mena, AR

The 1877 survey marker 48 is a boundary marker showing the state line between Arkansas and Oklahoma, or what was Choctaw Territory. Open to the public, it is one of very few markers that remain from…

The 1877 survey marker 48 is a boundary marker showing the state line between Arkansas and…

10 Best Craft Fairs in Arkansas!

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Fall Craft and Market Festival, Mena, AR

Hosted at the Polk County Fairgrounds, the Fall Craft and Market Festival takes place every November and features custom crafts, antiques, and repurposed items from dozens of local exhibitors.…

Hosted at the Polk County Fairgrounds, the Fall Craft and Market Festival takes place every…

Arkansas's 2024 Christmas and Holiday Event Guide!

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The Gift of the Magi, Mena,AR

Witness the spectacular performance of the Lyric Players Group in their show, "The Gift of the Magi," at 821 Mena St. on December 9th. This elaborate production includes costumes, set pieces, and…

Witness the spectacular performance of the Lyric Players Group in their show, "The Gift of the…

12 Best Winter Activities to Do in Arkansas!

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Mena Christmas Gift Art Show, Mena, AR

The annual Mena Christmas Gift Art Show, held each winter in the Mena Art Gallery in Mena, Arkansas, is a favorite among Arkansas winter activities. When the cold keeps you inside, have yourself a…

The annual Mena Christmas Gift Art Show, held each winter in the Mena Art Gallery in Mena,…

10 Best Horseback Riding Services in Arkansas!

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Idle Nook Horse Camp LLC, Boles, AR

Come explore the wild trails of Fourche Mountain with their horseback riding camp! Their campground offers 140+ miles of marked horse trails that will give riders a week's worth of exciting…

Come explore the wild trails of Fourche Mountain with their horseback riding camp! Their campground…

The 7 Best Corn Mazes in Arkansas!

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Holly Springs Homestead, Mena, AR

Join the Holly Springs Homestead for an afternoon of fun on the farm as you get lost in this amazing corn maze. While you’re there, enjoy the sights from the hay ride, admire the sunflowers,…

Join the Holly Springs Homestead for an afternoon of fun on the farm as you get lost in this…

12 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Arkansas!

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The Norman Library, Norman, AR

The world’s smallest operating library can be found in Norman, Arkansas, at the Norman Library. It was dethroned by another library in the Guinness Book of World Records, but held the crown for…

The world’s smallest operating library can be found in Norman, Arkansas, at the Norman…

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Arkansas!

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Quartz Crystal Mines

Arkansas is considered one of the best places in the world for finding all kinds of quartz crystals. Join the "rockhounds" at the various dig-your-own crystal mines around Mount Ida, and take home…

Arkansas is considered one of the best places in the world for finding all kinds of quartz…

The Norman Library, Norman, AR

Featured in 12 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Arkansas!

The world’s smallest operating library can be found in Norman, Arkansas, at the Norman Library. It was dethroned by another library in the Guinness Book of World Records, but held the crown for… Read More

Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens, Mena, AR

Featured in 6 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Arkansas!

Quartz Crystal Mines

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Arkansas!

Arkansas is considered one of the best places in the world for finding all kinds of quartz crystals. Join the "rockhounds" at the various dig-your-own crystal mines around Mount Ida, and take home… Read More

Crater of Diamonds, Murfreesboro, AR

Featured in The 9 Best Retirement Activities in Arkansas!

What better way to spend your retirement than digging for your very own diamonds! Crater of Diamonds is a gem among Arkansas’ state parks. Just be sure to pack plenty of water so you… Read More

State Line Marker, near Mena, AR

Featured in The Top 15 Historical Sites in Arkansas!

Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa on Lake Ouachita, Mount Ida, AR

Featured in 12 Perfect Arkansas Getaways!

Since 1955 the Barnes family has proudly owned and operated this award-winning getaway destination. Mountain Harbor Resort is on the beautiful Lake Ouachita under the shade of Hickory Nut Mountain.… Read More

Ari’s Little Italy, Glenwood, AR

Featured in 9 Best Italian Restaurants in Arkansas!

Ari’s Little Italy truly feels like a slice of Italy right here in Arkansas. Enjoy all your Italian favorites made to order, and be sure to check out this Glenwood restaurant on holidays and… Read More

Idle Nook Horse Camp LLC, Boles, AR

Featured in 10 Best Horseback Riding Services in Arkansas!

Come explore the wild trails of Fourche Mountain with their horseback riding camp! Their campground offers 140+ miles of marked horse trails that will give riders a week's worth of exciting… Read More

Lake Ouachita Vista Trail, AR

Featured in The 9 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Arkansas!

You’ll LOVE this trail that runs along the southern shore of Lake Ouachita! The Lake Ouachita Vista Trail is so popular that many know it simply by LOViT. Because this trail is situated along… Read More

Queen Wilhelmina State Park

3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR

A spectacular mountaintop setting. Breathtaking panoramic scenery. Royal hospitality. Queen Wilhelmina State Park is this, and more. The park's cro... Read More

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