Family fun in Pine Bluff

If you're looking for a fun family getaway,  Pine Bluff delivers in a big way. This Delta city is packed with hands-on attractions, scenic spaces and local history worth discovering together.

Start your adventure at the Arkansas Railroad Museum, home to a fascinating lineup of locomotives, passenger cars, and even a former hospital kitchen car. The star of the show? Engine 819—the last steam engine built in the Cotton Belt Shops, which now houses the museum. Before your visit, hop online to check out the museum’s kid-friendly section - arkansasrailroadmuseum.org/kids-area.html - featuring coloring pages, train terms, hand signals and more to help younger visitors get in the spirit.

Just a short drive away, the Delta Rivers Nature Center, operated by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, offers a dynamic introduction to the region’s ecology and culture. Climb into the cockpit of a crop duster simulator at Delta Rivers Airways, explore native aquatic life in two indoor aquariums, and then head outside to explore nearly two miles of trails through the wetlands and woods that surround the facility.

For outdoor fun, Lake Saracen, offers 500 acres of space to stretch out and play. Walk or bike the lakeside trail, cast a line from the accessible fishing pier, or cool off at the splash pad. The nearby Saracen Landing All-Inclusive Playground was designed with all abilities in mind, featuring sensory-focused play elements that create a welcoming space for every child.
 

Experience more fun along Pine Bluff’s Delta Family Adventure Trail, a great summer itinerary for families. Check out the video below for details about the trail!

And if you’re planning a grown-up getaway, Pine Bluff offers plenty for that too—arts, music, culture and more.

Pine Bluff’s roots run deep. Incorporated in 1839, the town grew into a major cotton hub and river port, thanks in part to steamboat traffic along the Arkansas River. That layered history still echoes through the city.

Start planning at ExperiencePineBluff.com, where you’ll find videos, travel ideas and more to help you make the most of your trip.