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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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Levon Helm Boyhood Home

The Levon Helm Boyhood Home has been restored and opened to the public in 2019. Helm (1940-2012), best known as the drummer and singer for the Canadian rock group "The Band," went on later to lead his own band and act in numerous motion pictures. He...

Melody Theater

The Melody Theater showed movies until 1978. Today the historic building is geared toward family entertainment. The building can be rented for pageants, musical events, bands, church choirs, political events, and other programs. The interior of the...

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve

The Ozarks
A space for mountain bikers and nature lovers alike. Welcome to Coler, where all are invited to adventure. You will find the opportunity to shred on your bike, run on the trail, stroll on the walkway, camp with friends, or relax with your family in...

The Railyard Bike Park

The Ozarks
The Railyard is a natural surface bike park with various elements allowing riders of any skill level to enjoy the park. There are 8 total jump lines, from beginner to expert skill levels. Test your skills in The Railyard then travel down a paved...

Blowing Springs/Back 40 Trail

The Ozarks
Blowing Springs lies in the southern part of Bella Vista. Caves, waterfalls, springs and cliff riding are a few of the features of Blowing Springs. The Back 40 is not only a testament to world class riding in the Ozarks but also the direction...

Faulkner County Museum

Capital
Preserves the history of Conway and Faulkner County; focuses on the range of environmental conditions and how inhabitants adapted to changes. Exhibits include historic and modern crafts, equipment, photographs, and more. Housed in historic 1896...

Desha County Museum

Ten buildings re-create life in a typical south Arkansas farming community. Hours vary.

Logoly State Park

At Arkansas’ first environmental education state park, Logoly’s natural resources provide a living laboratory for students and visitors. Most of Logoly’s 370 acres comprise a State Natural Area that includes unique plant species and mineral springs...

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park

Formerly Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park, Plum Bayou is one of four National Historic Landmarks in the Arkansas State Park system. This park interprets the largest and most complex mound site in the state. It also offers the rare opportunity...

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area

This park-natural area extends for 12 miles along the National Wild and Scenic Cossatot River. The river forms Cossatot Falls, a rocky canyon with Class IV rapids for experienced kayakers and canoeists when local rainfall increases the watershed...

Louisiana Purchase State Park

An important place in history, this National Historic Landmark preserves the initial point from which all surveys of property acquired through the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 originated. An elevated boardwalk above the surrounding headwater swamp...

Village Creek State Park

Village Creek State Park encompasses nearly 7,000 acres of beautiful forested hills and clear streams to create an environment found nowhere else in Arkansas. There are 33 miles of multi-use trails, campgrounds with bathhouses, an equestrian...

Crater of Diamonds State Park

The Ouachitas
The only place in the world where the public can search for real diamonds in their original volcanic source, Crater of Diamonds is a one-of-a-kind experience that brings people from all over the world to Murfreesboro, Arkansas. Visitors to the park...

Hot Springs Mountain Tower

The Ouachitas
216-foot observation tower with two viewing levels with historical and educational exhibits from which you get a spectacular 360 degree view of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains. *NOTE: Inaccessible to motorcoaches. Contact the Hot Springs...

White Oak Lake State Park

This quiet state park is situated on White Oak Lake, a popular fishing lake. Watchable wildlife and birding opportunities also abound here. Park facilities include 45 campsites (four Class A, 37 Class B, and four tent sites), a newly renovated...

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