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Buffalo National River

Get to know Searcy County

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Explore the Ozark Mountain Region
Home to tiny towns and colossal national treasures, Arkansas’ Searcy County has way more than its fair share of natural beauty. That’s because it sits at the geographic center of the Arkansas Ozarks…
Wildman Twin Falls

Ozark waterfall guide

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Explore the Ozark Mountain Region
The list of reasons why you should get outdoors and go exploring in the Ozarks is practically endless. At the top of the list however, is waterfalls. There’s just something amazing about water as it…
Lights on the Mississippi River Bridge

Adventure Abounds in West Memphis

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West Memphis Office of Tourism
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May 19
Just minutes from downtown Memphis, Tennessee, along the banks of the Mississippi River, you’ll find the bright and vibrant Arkansas town of West Memphis. Here, music and cultural heritage runs deep;…
Floating the Buffalo National River

Learning the Buffalo River basics

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Explore the Ozark Mountain Region
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Jun 30
In a place renowned for outdoor adventures, one is so much a part of the Arkansas experience that it’s practically mandatory. Floating the Buffalo National River is an Arkansas rite of passage. Why do…
A lake setting near Mountain Home, Arkansas. Blue sky and green-tree hills are seen in the background. Blue water and white wake fill the rest of the photograph. A girl is seen on a board surfing in the wake. Photo source: Magnetic Creative.

Adventure awaits in Mountain Home

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Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce
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Oct 01
Make Mountain Home, Arkansas your destination for fun. Enjoy a day at Bull Shoals Lake or Lake Norfork where you can boat, ski, wakeboard, tube and swim. Catch trout and bass on the White River or…
Watch the Video A mother an child sitting along a creek

Discover Spring River Country

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Ozark Gateway Tourist Council
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Oct 01
Experience natural beauty where all four seasons can be enjoyed. Discover pristine lakes and rivers, hiking trails, dramatic views, locally owned shops and a multitude of recreational activities to…
Fishing at Gaston's White River Resort

Gaston's White River Resort: first-class trout fishing

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Gaston’s White River Resort
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Mar 19
Gaston’s White River Resort thrills with the best trout fishing for the whole family. This Arkansas spot is ideal for getting out in nature.
Canoeing on Lake Catherine

Explore the Hot Springs and Diamond Lakes Region

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Diamond Lakes Travel Association
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Apr 07
Arkansas’s Diamond Lakes Region welcomes travelers looking for hiking, mountain biking, water sports, mining, swimming and more!
Travel Eureka Springs

Basin Park Hotel in the Heart of Downtown

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Eureka Springs
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Apr 14
Enjoy a town like no other where the streets are lined with Victorian homes, painted rainbow staircases, healing springs, colorful gazebos and secluded gardens with pathways that wind up-and-down the…
Watch the Video Watermelon

Hope: a slice of the good life

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Hope A&P
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Apr 14
Located in Southwest Arkansas, this town is known for Watermelons, the home of Bill Clinton and the origin of Klipsch Speakers. Here you can not only taste some of the sweetest watermelons in the…
Mural in Fort Smith

48 Hours in Fort Smith

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Discover Fort Smith
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Apr 22
Fort Smith is known for its deep historical roots, but there’s so much more to discover! This handy guide will help you hit all the highlights including art, outdoor adventures and local food.
Watch the Video Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa on Lake Ouachita

Video: Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa on Lake Ouachita

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Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
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Apr 25
Discover a side of Arkansas you've never seen before at Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa, a vacation destination on beautiful Lake Ouachita. From family reunions to couple's retreats, the resort…
Watch the Video Buffalo River Outfitters

Video: Buffalo River Outfitters

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Buffalo River Outfitters
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May 15
Take a look at the one-of-a-kind Buffalo River experience we offer at Buffalo River Outfitters. This video presents a canoe view of the breathtaking scenery of the Buffalo National River. Picture…
woman eating at a restaurant

Fuel Your Adventure in Forrest City

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Forrest City
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May 18
Forrest City, Arkansas is a gateway to some of the state’s most breathtaking natural escapes, and it’s also home to local restaurants that keep adventurers and travelers well-fed. Whether you're…
Johnny Cash 1976 Bicentennial Celebration in Rison

THE MAN IN BRONZE: A LEGACY OF ARKANSAS MUSIC

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May 19
Aerial view of the Crescent Hotel

Eureka Springs’ Mountaintop Spa Resort

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1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa
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Jul 02
Experience the unique blend of history and relaxation at the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa, where "Live the Legend" is more than just a saying. Perched above the scenic Victorian village of Eureka…
exterior view of the Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa

An escape to Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa

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Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
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Aug 21
One of the sparkling gems in the Diamond Lakes Region of Southwest Arkansas is Lake Ouachita. Arkansas’ largest lake, it is also the cleanest. 
Camping near the Buffalo River

Retreat to Buffalo River Outfitters

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Buffalo River Outfitters
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Aug 29
Have the full Buffalo River County experience when you plan your trip with Buffalo River Outfitters. From canoe, raft and kayak rentals to an overnight stay in a log cabin that is close to all your…

 

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