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Arkansas is a unique tapestry of mountains, plains and fertile delta. Our history and heritage is part Western frontier, part Ozark pioneer and part Old South. Whether you choose to spend your time enjoying contemporary cityscapes or outdoor recreation that takes full advantage of The Natural State's abundant resources, we'll do our best to make you feel at home on your Arkansas vacation. 

Choose your own adventure! Hunt or fish, shop for antiques, dig for diamonds, search for wildlife, peruse art - Arkansas attractions offer something for everyone.

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Intrigue Theater

The Ozarks
Experience an evening of mystery and intrigue with Sean-Paul the Illusionist and Juliane Fay the Medium – featuring special guests from the other side. The evening begins as guests enter the 110-year-old building that seats only 75 people. Everything...

Ozark Heritage Arts Center & Museum

Offers music and theater. Home of 400-seat Killebrew Theater, Heritage Museum, Art Gallery. Housed in historic stone building constructed by the Works Progress Administration in 1938. Shares rich historical, musical, cultural heritage of Searcy...

Sweet Surrender Crystal Mine

Primitive crystal mine digging area with no facilities or services; wear appropriate clothing, bring your own tools, containers, food and drink. Suggested tools include old screwdriver, garden hand tools, rock hammer. Call ahead before coming to dig...

Big Creek Natural Area

The Ozarks
A rugged 2.4 miles of trails, nature study, hunting and fishing are permitted; 200-foot bluffs and 3.5 miles of Big Creek

Lake Hamilton

The Ouachitas
One of the most popular recreational and residential lakes in the state at 7,200 acres (18 miles long). Condominiums, resorts, motels, restaurants and private homes cover much of its shoreline; fishing, boating, water sports

River Valley Golf Course

War Eagle Cavern on Beaver Lake

The Ozarks
Contains unusual domes, rimstone dams, underground stream and waterfalls. Natural entrance is located on Beaver Lake. One hour tours conducted by friendly storytelling guides. Easy walk with no stairs or tight places. After the tour, enjoy the park...

Buckeye Trail

The Ozarks
Buckeye Trail provides a 660-foot barrier-free, smooth surface with automobile access; displays are provided alongside these trails for interpretation of interesting natural features

Escape Room 13

The Ozarks
Grab some fun friends, family, or a date, and experience secret messages, hidden passages, and mystery. You have 1 hour to complete your objective. A top rated Eureka Springs must see attraction...

Magnolia Murals

Six colorful murals the depict the history of Magnolia are located around the historic square; includes world’s only mural autographed by actor Charlton Heston.

Arkansas Public Theatre at the Victory

The Ozarks
Nonprofit organization produces plays, musicals and special events throughout the year at the downtown historic Victory Theater.

CALS Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library

Capital
Technology lab, teaching kitchen, more than 21,000 books, DVDs and CDs. Theatre allows children to experience all aspects of designing and building sets, writing plays, acting and costume design. Greenhouse and garden promote growing healthy foods...

Gurdon Trail of Holiday Lights

Southern hospitality and Christmas lights abound in this historic timber town. Don't miss the lighted parade on December 11th. Call the Gurdon Chamber of Commerce at 353-2661 to enter.

New Haven Golf Club

The Timberlands

Saline River Canoe

Offers canoe, kayak & tube rentals, shuttle & guide services and store with restaurant & supplies on the Saline River.

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