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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…

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…

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…

The 9 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Arkansas!

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Lake Ouachita Vista Trail, AR

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…
You’ll LOVE this trail that runs along the southern shore of Lake Ouachita! The Lake Ouachita…

The 6 Best Spa Hotels in Arkansas!

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

This family-owned and operated resort and spa sits on the beautiful waters of Lake Ouachita. Here you’ll find the Turtle Cove Spa, one of the most relaxing nature spas in Arkansas. This place…
This family-owned and operated resort and spa sits on the beautiful waters of Lake Ouachita. Here…

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…

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…

The 8 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Arkansas!

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

Expect to be pampered as you take a step back in time at this resort and spa on the beautiful Lake Ouachita. Family-owned and operated since 1955, Mountain Harbor has been recognized multiple times…
Expect to be pampered as you take a step back in time at this resort and spa on the beautiful Lake…

12 Perfect Arkansas Getaways!

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

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.…
Since 1955 the Barnes family has proudly owned and operated this award-winning getaway destination.…

The Perfect Fourth of July in Arkansas

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Fourth of July at Harbor, Mount Ida, AR

Come by land or come by lake, but come to Lake Ouachita! It’ll be a red, white, and blue party all day long at this spectacular event hosted by the Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa on Lake…
Come by land or come by lake, but come to Lake Ouachita! It’ll be a red, white, and blue…
Best Things In & Around Mena, AR
The Top 15 Historical Sites in Arkansas!

State Line Marker, near Mena, AR

Featured in The Top 15 Historical Sites in Arkansas!
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… Read More
The 7 Best Corn Mazes in Arkansas!

Holly Springs Homestead, Mena, AR

Featured in The 7 Best Corn Mazes in Arkansas!
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,… Read More
The 9 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Arkansas!

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
The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Arkansas!

The Little Missouri River Trail, Crater of Diamonds State Park, Murfreesboro, AR

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This 1.2-mile trail is the longest wheelchair accessible trail in southwest Arkansas, with half of the trail being paved. On this trail, you will get a scenic view of the Little Missouri River as you… Read More
The 6 Best Spa Hotels in Arkansas!

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

Featured in The 6 Best Spa Hotels in Arkansas!
This family-owned and operated resort and spa sits on the beautiful waters of Lake Ouachita. Here you’ll find the Turtle Cove Spa, one of the most relaxing nature spas in Arkansas. This place… Read More
Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do 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
The 8 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Arkansas!

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

Featured in The 8 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Arkansas!
Expect to be pampered as you take a step back in time at this resort and spa on the beautiful Lake Ouachita. Family-owned and operated since 1955, Mountain Harbor has been recognized multiple times… Read More
The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Arkansas!

Glenwood Country Club, Glenwood, AR

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Countless rounds of golf have been played on this exciting and beautiful course in Glenwood, Arkansas. Glenwood Country Club, named one of Golf Digest’s “Places to Play”, is… Read More
12 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Arkansas!

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
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Queen Wilhelmina State Park

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

Heritage House Museum

Heritage House Museum
819 Luzerne Street, Mount Ida, AR
About Us: The museum is operated entirely from private contributions and by membership dues. Our staff is comprised primarily of volunteers. W... Read More

Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines

Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines
82 Wegner Ranch Road, Mount Ida, AR
In 1978 I, Richard J. Wegner, discovered the alluring beauty of the Ouachita Mountains in west central Arkansas. The attraction was so great that I... Read More

Sebastian County Fair

Sebastian County Fair
530 East Knoxville Street, Greenwood, AR
The Sebastian County Fair is a family friendly event. Come out and see a pageant, livestock show, or tour the exhibits. Johnson Brothers carnival w... Read More
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