One of the sparkling gems in the Diamond Lakes Region of Southwest Arkansas is Lake Ouachita. Arkansas’ largest lake, it is also the cleanest. 

Pocahontas is the best place under the sun to experience the April 8, 2024, Total Solar Eclipse. Why’s that? Because Pocahontas and Randolph County are within the maximum total eclipse zone! With more than 4 minutes of complete darkness, it is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime event. While you’re in town, enjoy a weekend-long festival with exciting events, food and entertainment. Stroll through the historic downtown. Visit museums or see a play. Float and fish on one of the county’s five rivers. Experience all of this and more when visiting for the 2024 eclipse or anytime throughout the year.

From bustling lakes and vibrant parks to lazy bayous and peaceful walking trails, Pine Bluff has plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors. Choose from a whopping 19 parks, two major lakes and some of the most popular waterways in the country to make the city your playground.

Witness dramatic sunsets, view watchable wildlife and experience educational interactive programs at a state-of-the-art visitor center. 

The small town of Hope, Arkansas has many claims to fame, but is best known as the birthplace of former U.S. President Bill Clinton and for showcasing some of the world's largest watermelons. When visiting Hope, you get to experience history through museums and historical sites and fun in the outdoors at local and state parks. You can attend festivals, rodeos and concerts while also getting to shop and eat in a lively downtown district. No matter what you like to do, Hope has something for you.

A short trolley ride from Eureka Springs historic downtown resides the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. This Inn is the place to stay in the “Little Switzerland of America.”

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.

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 favorite outdoor and urban destinations, Buffalo River Outfitters has everything you need for an unforgettable Arkansas vacation.

Even a brief mention of the Buffalo National River lights up faces. When you say, “I just got back from the Buffalo,” everybody smiles, and some get a faraway look in their eyes. A float trip down the Buffalo becomes a shared memory full of fun, beauty and wonder.

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 North Fork River. 

Three counties, endless ways to enjoy the outdoors and small-town charm. Head to the southwest corner of Arkansas for a getaway that feels off-the-beaten path but is still close to a number of destinations and attractions. Arkansas Southwest Waterways includes Howard, Little River and Sevier counties, which line both the Oklahoma and Texas borders. The three counties share Millwood Lake, a popular destination for fishing. The easy-to-access, affordable destination also includes access to five other lakes and rivers, hence the name! Visit towns like De Queen, Ashdown and Nashville for history

Nestled at the eastern foot of Arkansas' second highest peak, Rich Mountain, you will find the beautiful and charming town of Mena. Founded in 1896 as a railroad town, Mena is the eastern boundary of the Talimena National Scenic Byway, a 54-mile scenic route that traverses the crests of Rich and Winding Stair mountains between Mena, Arkansas and Talihina, Oklahoma. The byway travels through the Queen Wilhelmina State Park and provides incredible views from many vistas.