Preserving Our Past: AR's Best Historical Sites

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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 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…

Get Lost: Arkansas' Best Corn Mazes!

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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…

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 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…

Rest and Relaxation: Arkansas' Best Spa Hotels

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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…

14 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…

Romantic Escapes: 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…

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…

15 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.…

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Mena, AR

Featured in The 15 Best Camping Spots in Arkansas!

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… Read More

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

Fourth of July at Harbor, Mount Ida, AR

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in Arkansas

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… Read More

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

Featured in The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Arkansas!

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

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

Featured in The 7 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

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

Featured in The 8 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples 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

Glenwood Country Club, Glenwood, AR

Featured in The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Arkansas!

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

The Norman Library, Norman, AR

Featured in 14 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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Mena Elks Lodge 781, Mena, AR

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