This park-natural area extends for 11 miles along the Cossatot River. The wild and scenic river forms Cossatot Falls, a rugged and rocky canyon that challenges the most experienced canoeists and kayakers (class IV rapids). Floatable river levels are usually limited to late fall, winter and spring. For river stage information (in feet) from the highway 246 access, Call 870-387-3141. Due to flow levels dependent upon rainfall, no floater services are provided on the Cossatot.
The Brushy Creek Recreation Area located at the highway 246 bridge offers day use facilities including picnic sites, a nature trail, restrooms and river access. A walkway high above the river provides barrier free accesson the west side.
The Tent sites (no hookups) at the Cossatot Falls area are $8/day each winter rates $4/day, The Cossatot River State Park Natural area's (CRSPNA) 5,302 acres emphasize outdoor recreation, river preservation and environmental education. The state park natural area is managed by Arkansas State Parks and the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission.

Crater of Diamonds State Park - Top
209 State Park Rd.
Murfreesboro, AR 71958
870-285-3113

Crater of Diamonds offers you a one of a kind adventure, the opportunity to hunt for real diamonds and keep any you find! You'll search over a 36 acre plowed field, the eroded surface of an ancient, gem bearing volcanic pipe. Prospectors access the field through the visitors center. Exhibits and an A/V program explain the area's geology and tips on recognizing diamonds in the rough. Diamonds were first discovered here in 1906 and over 70,000 diamonds have been unearthed at this site. Notable diamonds include the 40.23 carat "Uncle sam" the largest diamond ever unearthed in the United States, the 16.37 carat "Amarillo Starlight" and the 15.33 carat "Star of Arkansas". Crater of Diamonds became a State Park in 1972, and since then over 22,000 diamonds have been carried home by visitors. Amethyst, garnet, jasper, agate, quartz and more can also be found there. Digging tools are available for rent and the park staff provides free idenification and certification of diamonds.
The park offers 60 Class A campsites, picnic sites, a cafe, laundry, giftshop, hiking trails, interpretive programs and a water play area.

Crowley's Ridge State Park - Top
2092 Highway 168 North
Paragould, AR 72450
870-573-6751 / 800-264-2405

This retreat lies atop the forested hills called Crowley's Ridge. The park occupies the former homestead of Benjamin Crowley, whose family first settled the area. Cozy log and stone tructures constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps set the mood for the park's rustic warmth. Facilities include four fully equipped modern duplex cabins with kitchens, a group cabin area with kitchen and dining hall.
26 Campsites - 18 Class A and eight Tent sites, picnic areas, snack bar, trails, standard pavilions, 31 acre fishing lake (electric motors only), and a 3 1/2 acre swimming lake.

Daisy State Park - Top
103 East Park
Kirby, AR 71950-9061
870-398-4487

Lake Greeson, the Little Missouri River and Daisy State Park make a winning combination in the Ouachita foothills. Greeson - 7000 acres of clear water and mountain scenery, will delight water enthusiasts. Black and white bass, stripers, crappie, catfish and bluegill account for the lake's popularity with anglers. The Little Missouri joins four other popular float streams offering challenging spring and early summer trout fishing. Situated on Lake Greeson, Daisy State Park is the perfect base camp for enjoying these recreational opportunities.
Facilities include 117 campsites - 96 Class A including Preferred sites and 21 Tent sites, picnic area, standard pavilion (Screened) with restrooms., launch ramps, hiking trails, motorcycle/mountain bike trail and playground

DeGray Lake Resort State Park - Top
2027 State park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR 71929
501-865-2801 / 800-737-8355

Arkansas's resort State Park lies on the North Shore of DeGray Lake, a 13,800 acre fishing & water sports paradise. A 96 room lodge, camping (113 sites including Premium, preferred Class A and a "Rent a Yurt"), swimming, tennis, golf, hiking, bicycling and guided horseback riding trails await you at this resort park. The Park's full service marina offers tackle, dock space, fuel and a wide varity of boat rentals. A causeway takes you to the 96 room Island lodge and convention center overlooking the lake, pool and Ouachita foothills. The Shoreline Restaurant offers a full menu plus banquet catering services. The accommodations, meeting rooms and 500 seat convention center are prefect for meetings, retreats and family reunions. Group Rates/Package plans are available. De Gray offers an 18 hole public championship golf course (7,200 yards) with lighted driving range and practice range. At the pro shop, you'll find refreshments, cart and club rentals, golf equipment and apparel. A store, pavilions, trails, tennis courts, laundry and bicycle rentals round out the parks offerings. Interpreters host boat tours, A/V programs, outdoor workshops and a diversity of year round special events. Each January, the Eagles Et Cetera Weekend celebrates the migration of bald eagles to DeGray Lake.

Delta Heritage Trail State Park - Top
PO Box 193
Watson, AR 71674
870-644-3474

This rails to trails conversion is being developed in phases along the 73 mile former Union Pacific Railroad right of way that runs from one mile south of Lexa (six miles west of Helena) to Cypress Bend (five miles northeast of McGehee). The Delta Heritage Trail will offer some of Arkansas's best wildlife viewing.

Devil's Den State Park - Top
11333 West Arkansas Highway 74
West Fork, AR 72774
501-761-3325 / 800-264-2417

Devil's Den is an enchanting park nestled in a picturesque Ozark Valley. Selected as a park site in the 1930's. Lee Creek Valley provided materials for the civilian Conservation Corps to build the park's rustic style wood and stone structures. The mountain stream forms a peaceful eight acre lake before cascading over a magnificent native stone dam. Hiking and backpacking trails lead to backcountry areas where you can explore caves, crevices and bluff overlooks. Sixteen fully equipped cabins with kitchens and fireplaces (fireplaces available October to April) are nestled in woodland settings. The cafe and pool (both open summer only), overlook the lake. A store offers groceries and grills. The park includes 148 campsites, 58 Class A including preferred sites, 15 class B, 32 tent and 43 sites with water & electric hookups in the Horse camp. The horse camp area includes riding trails and a bathhouse. The park offers a group camp, standard pavilion and mountain bike trails. Interpreters provide hikes along several trails including the 15 mile Butterfield Hiking trails, plus games and programs daily during summer. Programming is available year round by request.

Hampson Museum State Park - Top
PO Box 156
Wilson, AR 72395
870-655-8622

Hampson Museum exhibits artifacts from the Nodena site, a cililization of art, religion, political structure and trading networks developed here from A.D. 1350 to 1700. This remarkable collection owes its preservation to Dr. James K Hampson and his family. Adjacent to the museum are picnic sites and a playground. The museum is located at the junction of U.S. 61 and Lake Drive in Wilson.

Museum Entrance Fee:
Adult            - $2.25 each
Child (age 6-12) - $1.25
Group Rates (15 or more with advance notice)
                 - $.0.25 off per person
School Groups (with advance notice)
                 - $1.25/person

Hours of Operation
Open - 8am to 5pm * Tues. to Sat
       1pm to 5pm * Sundays
Closed Mondays

Herman Davis State Park - Top

This one acre park surrounds the monument to Private Herman Davis, an Arkansas farm boy and war hero. Fourth on General John J. Pershing's list of World war 1's 100 greatest heroes, Davis receivedthe distinguished Service Cross, the Croix De Guere and the Medaulle Militaire awards from the American and French Governments.

Jacksonport State Park - Top
205 Avenue Street
Newport, AR 72112
870-523-2143

Steamboats made Jacksonport a thriving river port in the 1800's During the Civil War, the town was occupied by both Confederate and Union forces because of its crucial locale. Jacksonport became county seat in 1854, and a stately, two story brick courthouse was constructed in 1869. The town began to decline in the 1870s when bypassed by the new railroad. The county seat was moved in 1891, and the stores, wharves and saloons soon vanished.
Today the park's museums - the 1869 courthouse and the nearby Mary woods No. 2 sternwheel paddleboat - interpret the story of this historic riverport. The park offers 20 Class A campsites, a swimming beach on the White River, standard pavilion, picnic sites, playground and the Tunstall Riverwalk Trail.

Lake Catherine State Park - Top
1200 Catherine Park Road
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-844-4176 / 800-264-2422

This captivating park is nestled on the shore of 1,940 acre Lake Catherine, one of the five popular Diamond Lakes in the Hot Springs area. The park features rustic style facilities constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Nestled along the lakeshore are 17 fully equipped cabins with kitchens. Seventy campsites include premium, preferred, Class A and two Rent a Camp sites. Nearby, you'll find a marina offering bait and fuel (open in summer only, but rental boats are offered year round), a launch ramp, standard pavilion, picnic sites, playgrounds, laundry and trails. Gifts, groceries, snacks, and ice are available at the visitor center (year round) that overlooks the swimming area and nature center (summer). Interpreters offer guided hikes, boat tours and programs during summer or by advance requests year round. Guided horseback trail rides are available in summer.

Lake Charles State Park - Top
3705 Highway 25
Powhatan, AR 72458
870-878-6595

Anglers and nature lovers enjoy this park on the shore of Lake Charles, 645 acres of spring fed waters in the Ozark foothills. The lake offers good catches of bass, crappie, bream and catfish. The park includes 61 campsites (class A including preferred sites). Within walking distance are picnic sites, standard pavilion (screened with ceiling fans), launch ramp, hiking trails and a swimming beach. The visitor center's gift shop offers an array of gift items, camping supplies and snacks. Park interpretive programs will enhance your stay.

Lake Chicot State Park - Top
2542 Hwy. 257
Lake Village, AR 71653
870-265-5480 / 800-264-2430

The Mississippi Delta's captivating beauty and recreational opportunities come together at Arkansas's largest natural lake. This 20 mile long oxbow lake, cut off centuries ago when the Mississippi River changed course, is a peaceful setting for fishing and boating. Fishing for crappie, bass and bream is popular, especially on the upper end of the lake during spring and fall. Fishing for catfish is great year round. Nestled in a pecan grove, the park offers 127 campsites (premium with sewer, preferred, Class A and Class B), 14 cabins with kitchens (many with fireplace, lake view patio and fishing dock), a pool (summer), picnicking, standard pavilions (screened), laundry and playground. you'll find food and gifts at the store/marina, plus boats, motors, personal water craft, fuel, bait and a launch ramp. The visitors center interprets the area's history and natural resources through exhibits and programs. Bicycles are available for rent. Located in the Mississippi Flyways, this park offers outstanding bird watching. Enjoy party barge lake tours, levee tours and view a wide variety of birds and wildlife.

Lake Dardanelle State Park - Top
2428 Marina Road
Russellville, AR 72802
501-967-5516

For those who enjoy camping by a scenic lake with great fishing, this park offers two areas on Lake Dardanelle, a 34,000 acre lake on the Arkansas River. The Russellville (main park) and Dardanelle locations offer camping (83 sites, russellville - premium with sewer, preferred and Class A, Dardanelle Class A), launch ramps, standard pavilions, picnic sites, restrooms and bathhouses with hot showers. A visitors center, marina, barrier free fishing pier, miniature golf course and trails are included in the Russellville area as well as kayak and bicycle rentals.

Lake Fort Smith State Park - Top
PO Box 4
Mountainburg, AR 72946
501-369-2469 / 800-264-2435

Nestled in an Ozark Valley adjacent to the Ozark National Forest, this park offers dramatic scenery and backpacking opportunities [the 178 mile Ozark Highlands Trail begins here]. The park's scenic beauty is enhanced during spring and fall rains by a cascading spillway. Facilities include 12 Class A campsites (no dump station), picnic sites, a standard pavilion, olympic size pool, tennis courts (unlighted), trails, a launch ramp, and 10 fully equipped cabins with kitchens. The visitors centers offers rental canoes, fishing boats and motors. A group dormitory with kitchen and dining hall is also available for rent.

Lake Frierson State Park - Top
7904 Highway 141
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870-932-2615

Nestled atop Crowley's Ridge on the shore of Lake Frierson, this park is known for its year round fishing and springtime blaze of wild dogwoods. The 335 acre lake offers a peaceful setting for bream, catfish, crappie and bass fishing. Facilities include seven Class B campsites, tables and grills, restrooms, picnic sites, playground, self guided trail, boat rentals, launch ramp, barrier free fishing pier and visitor center. A pavilion with restrooms.

Lake Ouachita State Park - Top
5451 Mountain Pine Road
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
501-767-9366 / 800-264-2441

Situated at the eastern tip of Arkansas's largest manmade lake, this state park is your gateway to a water sports mecca. Known for its clarity, Lake Ouachita covers 48,000 acres of Ouachita mountain beauty. This is swimming, skiing, scuba diving, boating and fishing at it's best. Bream, crappie, catfish, stripers and trout fishing can be enjoyed in open waters or quiet coves. The state park includes historic Three Sister's Springs and offers seven fully equipped cabins with kitchens overlooking the lake. Facilities include 118 campsites [Premium, preferred, Class A, Class B (no hookups and walkin tent sites], picnic areas, a marina with boat rentals, bait and supplies, a swimming area and trails. The visitor center includes exhibits, a store, and snack bar.

Lake Poinsett State Park - Top
5732 State Park Lane
Harrisburg, AR 72432-9571
870-578-2064

Anglers will find 640 acres Lake Poinsett, nestled atop Crowley's Ridge in Northeast Arkansas, a special getaway for bass, bream, catfish and crappie fishing. The State Park offers 30 campsites (Class A and Class B), picnic areas, a standard pavilion (screened), playground, trail, launch ramp and boat rentals.

Logoly State Park - Top
PO Box 245
McNeil, AR 71752
870-695-3561

At Arkansas's first environmental education state park, interpreters present workshops on ecological/environmental topics. The park's natural resources provide a living laboratory for students and visitors. Most of Logoly's 368 acres comprise a state natural area including unique plant species and mineral springs. Facilities include six group tent sites (no hookups), a bathouse with hot showers, standard pavilion (free to educational groups), picnic sites, playground, trails and a visitor center with exhibits and an indoor classroom. [Note: Educational groups have preference and must make reservations. Individuals may use campsites on a first come basis, but must vacate for groups]

Louisiana Purchase State Park - Top

This National Historic Landmark, located at the junction of Lee, Monroe and Phillips Counties, preserves the initial point from which all surveys of property acquired through the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 initiated. A monument marking the survey's initial point lies within a fascinating headwater swamp representative of the vanishing natural environment of eastern Arkansas. To reach the monument, walk along a boardwalk dotted with wayside exhibits and experience the indescribable beauty and ever changing sounds of the swamp

Mammoth Spring State Park - Top
PO Box 36
Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
870-625-7364

Mammoth Spring, Arkansas's largest spring, flows nine million gallons of water hourly. Forming a 10 acre lake, it then flows south as the Spring River, a popular trout and float stream. Near the spring, a restored 1886 Frisco depot houses railroad memorabilia. Adjacent to the train station is a Frisco Caboose. Remnants of a mill and hydroelectric plant are reminders of mammoth Spring's history. Park facilities include an information center with exhibits on the area's rich history and natural resources, picnic sites, a standard pavilion, trail, ball field and playground

Millwood State Park - Top
1564 Highway 32 East
Ashdown, AR 71822
870-898-2800

A series of boat lanes meander through timber, marshes and oxbow cuttoffs, making Millwood Lake a Tree filled fishing haven. Famous for bass tournaments, this 29,500 acre lake abounds in largemouth, catfish, and crappie. Spring and fall offer great crappie fishing. Summer offers easy catches of catfish and bream. Bird watching is popular with a varity of Year round inhabitants and eagles in winter. Facilities include 117 campsites (114 including Preferred and Class A, 3 primitive), picnic sites, a standard pavilion, self guided nature trail and bicycle trail. A marina offers souvenirs, gift items, groceries, bait, gas, fishing boats and pedal boats. Slip rentals are available year round. [Marina 870-898-5334]

Moro Bay State Park - Top
6071 Highway 600
Jersey, AR 71651
870-463-8555

You'll find one of the most popular fishing and water sport areas in south central Arkansas where Moro Bay and Raymond Lake join the Ouachita River. Park facilities include 20 Class A campsites, picnic sites, store, marina, standard pavilion (screened), playground, trail and the Moro Bay Ferry exhibit

Mount Magazine State Park - Top
16878 Highway 309 South
Paris, AR 72855
501-963-8502

Sightsee, hike and camp (18 premium with sewer), high atop Mt. Magazine. The park offers trails, a bathhouse, pavilion and a picnic area with restrooms. A new Visitors center opened in the spring of 2001

Mount Nebo State Park - Top
#1 State Park Drive
Dardanelle, AR 72834
501-229-3655

Rising 1,350 feet, Mount Nebo offers spectacular views of the Arkansas River Valley. In 1933 a portion of the mountain was cjhosen as a State Park site. Logs and stones from Mount Nebo were used by the Civilian Conservation Corps to construct many of the park's bridges, trails, rustic style cabins and pavilions. The park offers 35 campsites(25 Class B; 10 Hike in) [no dump station available], and 15 fully equipped cabins with kitchens. Fourteen miles of trails encircle Mount Nebo. Facilities include a pool, tennis courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, extra large enclosed and standard open pavilions and a ball field. The visitors center offers exhibits, a store and bicycle rentals. [Please note: that many private homes are also situated atop the mountain]

Old Davidsonville State Park - Top
7953 Highway 166 South
Pocahontas, AR 72455
870-892-4708

This park preserves the site of Historic Davidsonville. Established in 1815, the town included the Arkansas Territory's first post office, courthouse and land office. Bypassed by the southwest trail, an overland route from St Louis to the border of Mexico, the town faded by the 1830s. Today, park exhibits provide information about this important frontier town. Fishing is a major activity here. The park borders the Black River (Boat launch ramp), and a 12 acre fishing lake (no launch ramp) offering a barrier free fishing pier, fishing boats (trolling motors only), pedal boats and canoes. Anglers may also choose from nearby Spring and Eleven Point Rivers. Facilities include 49 campsites (24 Class A ; 25 tent sites), picnic areas, two standard pavilions (screened), playgrounds, three hiking trails and a self guided walking trail through the old town site.

Old Washington State Park - Top
PO Box 98
Washington, AR 71862
870-983-2684

Washington is a unique, historic Arkansas community conserved and interpreted by Arkansas State Parks in conjunction with the Pioneer Washington Restoration Foundation. From its establishment in 1824. Washington was an important stop on the rugged South west Trail for pioneers traveling to Texas. James Bowie, sam Houston and Davy Crockett traveled through Washington. James Black, a local Blacksmith, is credited with creating the legendary Bowie Knife here. Later, the town became a major service center for area planters, merchants and professionals. Washington was the Confederate Capital of Arkansas from 1863 to 1865. The State park, established in 1973, interprets Washington from 1824 to 1875. The Tavern Inn serves as the Parks visitor center. Visitors can see the 1836 Courthouse, Blacksmith Shop, weapons Museum, several residences and other structures on self guided tours. Buildings open for touring vary each day. Lunch featuring delicious, southern country fare is served daily in the 1832 Williams Tavern Restaurant. The Park also houses the southwest Arkansas Regional Archives, a resiurce center for historical and genealogical research.

Ozark Folk Center State Park - Top
PO Box 500
Mountain View, AR 72560
870-269-3851 / 800-264-3655

Sample the rich heritage of life in the Ozark Mountains through music, crafts and dance at the Folk Center. During the center's season [first two weekends in April: daily April 20th to November 4th], artisans demonstrate over 24 homestead skills and crafts in the crafts village, a collection of demonstration shops, from 10am to 5pm daily. Nearby, the comfortable, climate controlled Music Theater hosts live entertainment at 7:30 pm 6 nights a week, plus Sunday Gospel Concerts during the season. Music is played as it was before 1941 with acoustic instuments. The center's Homespun Gift Shop offers handcrafted treasures including pottery, shuck dolls, quilts, white oak baskets, toys, as well as tasty apples and peachy chucky. Rocking chairs, ironwork and other heirloom quality products are also available for sale from artisans in the craft shops. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in the 60 room lodge and delicious meals in the scenic, full service Skillet Restaurant, or try the smokehouse or confectionery. Visit the Heritage Herb Gardens. And enjoy the free tram service within the 80 acre complex. The center offer conference and meeting facilities for groups up to 1,000 and specializes in business retreats and family reunions. package plans are available. Festival highlight the spring and fall seasons. Special music shows, contest, workshops and craft exhibitions are held throughout the year. Holiday musical performaces and craft fairs celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact the park for a schedule of events and workshops.

Parkin Archeological State Park - Top
PO Box 1110
Parkin, AR 72373-1110
870-755-2500

Parkin interprets the Mississippi Period Native American Village located here from A.D. 1000 to 1550 (and visited by the Hernando De Soto expedition in 1541). Arkansas State Parks and the Arkansas Archeological Survey manage this National Historic Landmark. The park's staff offer site tours and other educational programs year round. During summer and fall, visitors on guided tours can observe archeological excavations. Parkin's visitor center includes an exhibit area, archeological laboratory and gift shop. A picnic area, playground and standard pavilion (enclosed) with restrooms nearby.

Petit Jean State Park - Top
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Rd
Morrilton, AR 72110
501-727-5441 / 800-264-2462

The natural beauty of Petit Jean Mountain inspired the creation of the Arkansas State Parks system. Combining rustic style with modern conveniences, facilities of log and stone constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps are nestled throughout the park. The focal point is Mather Lodge, a grand 24 room hostelry overlooking scenic Cedar Creek Canyon. A meal at the lodge restaurant guarantees a breath taking view and dramatic sunsets. Nearby are 32 fully equipped cabins (20 with kitchens), many of which share the same bluff as the lodge. The canyon is the work of Cedar Creek, which cascades as a spectacular 95 foot waterfall. upstream, a rock dam forms Lake Bailey, 170 acres for fishing and pedal boating. A boathouse offers a snack bar, boat rentals supplies during summer. Park campsites (127 Class A including premium and preferred sites) are situated near Lake Bailey and in secluded woodlands. The park also offers a Group Camp area, a Rally style area, two "Rent-A-Camp" sites and two "Rent-A-Tepee". The park includes picnic areas, playgrounds, pavilions, a recreation hall, launch ramp, pool, and tennis courts. Petit Jean's airport is open for daytime use only. No flight services available (tie down $4 per day - call lodge for shuttle service rates) Hiking trails lead you along forests, canyons, streams, meadows and mountainsides. Interpreters host programs and special events highlighting the resources of this unforgettable state park. Petit Jean Mountain is also home to the Museum of Automobiles, a showcase of antique and classic cars.

Pinnacle Mountain State Park - Top
11901 Pinnacle Valley Rd.
Roland, AR 72135
501-868-5806

Pinnacle Mountain is a day use park dedicated to environmental education, recreation and preservation. Park interpreters and volunteers help visitors and students understand man's relationship to the environment. Special interpretive programs may be scheduled by contacting the park. The park's diversity of habitats, from high upland peaks to bottomlands along the Big and Little Maumelle Rivers, provide many outdoor recreational opportunities. Park facilities include picnic sites, a standard pavilion, launch ramps, and hiking trails. The visitor center overlooking the Arkansas River includes exhibits, A/V programs, a meeting room and gift shop. Within the park's environs is the Arkansas Arboretum, a 71 acre site exhibiting native flora representing Arkansas;s six, major natural divisions. Below Pinnacle Mountain along the Little Maumelle River, the arboretum includes a .6 mile barrier free, interpretive trail. Camping is available at Maumelle Park, just two miles east on Pinnacle Valley Rd.

Powhatan Courthouse State Park - Top
PO Box 93
Powhatan, AR 72458
870-878-6794

From 1869 to 1963, Powhatan served as the County Seat of Western Lawrence County. In the mid 1800's this busy river port shipped mother of pearl button blanks worldwide. In 1888, a courthouse with Victorian cupola was built from bricks made on site. Restored in 1970, the courthouse is a regional archive with some of the oldest records in Arkansas. Exhibits interpret the technology, politics and lifestyles that shaped north Arkansas.

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park - Top
PO Box 306
Prairie Grove, AR 72753
501-846-2990

The past is the present at this Civil War battlefield park in the Ozarks. See important battle sites along a self guided driving tour or walking the one mile Battlefield Trail. Battlefield walks and guided tours of structures typical of a 19th century hill community are offered. The life of a Civil War soldier is emphasized at the Battlefield Museum. Interpretive programs and exhibits aid in depicting the Civil War period and its impact on Arkansas. A reenactment of the 1862 battle is hosted the first weekend of December on even numbered years.

Queen Wilhelmina State Park - Top
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
501-394-2863 / 800-264-2477

Atop Arkansas's second highest peak, this cloud capped hideaway reigns above the Ouachita Mountains. Located on the Talimena Scenic Drive, the park is as rich in history as in scenery. In the late 1800s, a resort hostelry named Queen Wilhelmina Inn in honor of the Queen of the Netherlands was built on Rich Mountain by the Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf Railroad. Two Inns have replaced the original "Castle in the Sky" the latest is this park's focal point. The Lodge offers 38 guest rooms including two Queen's rooms with fireplaces, and two Regent's Rooms with whirlppol tubs. The Restaurant serves delicious southern fare. The park offers 41 campsites (35 Class A; five tent & one walkin), picnic areas, trails, a miniature railroad, animal park, miniature golf course and store.

Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park - Top
490 Toltec Mounds Road
Scott, AR 72142
501-961-9442

Toltec preserves and interprets Arkansas's tallest Native American mounds. These mounds and an earthen embankment are the remains of a large ceremonial and government complex inhabited from A.D. 600 to 1050. This interpretive center is managed by Arkansas State Parks and the Arkansas Archeological survey. Facilities include a visitors center with exhibits, an A/V theater and archeological research laboratory. Site tours are available along the park's 3/4 mile barrier free trail and a 1.6 mile turf trail.

Village Creek State Park - Top
201 CR 754
Wynne, AR 72396
870-238-9406 / 800-264-2467

Here you can enjoy the lush forest and unique geology of Crowley's Ridge. Five trails lead through the park's unusual vegetation including oak, sugar maple, beech, butternut and tulip poplar. Fish for bass, bream, catfish and crappie at the park's two lakes. Launch ramps, boat docks, bait, fishing boats, electric motors and pedal boats are available late spring through labor day. Campers will enjoy the 104 Class A campsites around Lake Dunn. Nestled on a nearby ridge are 10 fully equipped cabins with kitchens. At Lake Austell, you'll find picnic sites near a sandy beach and sun deck. park facilities include four standard pavilions (two are enclosed), playgrounds, baseball and multi use fields, and a driving range. The visitor center includes an A/V theater, store, gift shop and bicycle rentals. The interpretive center offers a large meeting facility and The Discovery Room featuring exhibits of prehistoric artifacts and wildlife of Crowley's Ridge. Interpreters offer programs, concerts and special events year round.

White Oak Lake State Park - Top
Route 2, Box 28
Bluff City, AR 71722
870-685-2748 / 870-685-2132

This park lies on the shore of White Oak Lake, 2,765 timber filled acres for crappie, bass and bream fishing. Rich in wildlife, the park offers regular sightings of Great Blue Heron, egret, osprey and green heron and wintering eagles. Facilities include 45 campsites (41 Class A including preferred sites; four tent sites), a store with supplies, bait and gifts (year round), marina with boat rentals, launch ramp, barrier free fishing pier, standard pavilion, picnic sites, trails and a playground. The visitor center includes exhibits, a CD interactive program and bicycle rentals.

Withrow Springs State Park - Top
Route 3, Box 29
Huntsville, AR 72740
501-559-2593

Cradled by the Bluffs of the War Eagle River in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, Withrow Springs is a peaceful setting for camping and quiet river floats. Canoe/shuttle service are available. Enjoy Hiking, swimming, tennis, baseball and softball, the crossbow range and fishing for catfish, bream, perch and bass. The campsites (16 Class A, five Class B and four tent sites, with group camping available), are near a spring flowing from a small cave. Facilities include picnic sites, pavilions, a snack bar and gift shop.

Woolly Hollow State Park - Top
82 Woolly Hollow Road
Greenbrier, AR 72058
501-679-2098

Nestled in the Ozark foothills, this peaceful park includes 40 acre Lake Bennett, perfect for fishing and swimming. Canoes, pedal boats, fishing boats and motors are for rent. A luanch ramp is available. [Bring bait and fishing supplies with you]. A snack bar and bathhouse with hot showers are located near the swimming beach. Facilities include 32 campsites (20 Class A including Premium sites; 12 Class B with out hookups), a picnic area, standard pavilion, gift shop and trail. Woolly Cabin, the home of the area's first settlers, offers a historic perspective to the hollow.