Arkansas Things to Do

  Fort Smith compound by river edge
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  • Fort Smith compound by river edge
      Fort Smith compound by river edge
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  • BAttel layout on the ground
      BAttel layout on the ground
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  • Sign on the museum
      Sign on the museum
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      Map inset of downtown and strip
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ATV'ing!

by am&pm

Of course, most people come to Wolf Pen Gap Campground to go 4-wheeling on the many miles of trails there (I think up to 60 miles in all) and to have fun zooming around beautiful trails and challenging climbs. Because we'd never done it before, we had to borrow an ATV from a friend and our two teens took turns using it or doubling up with another rider. There are ATV rental places in Mena, but it's expensive---from $110-130/day plus delivery or trailer rental. It's really important to come with the right gear---primarily gloves, helmet and goggles. The trails are often dusty and rocky and this protection is essential.

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Christ of the Ozarks in Eureka Springs

by ArenJo

This is a real pretty statue of Christ. I wouldn't go more than 30 miles out of my way to see it, but if you are in town, it's real awesome to go see. It is free to go see it. Also, nearby is a large piece of the Berlin Wall with religious writing on it.

Ride the Eureka Springs and North Arkansas RR.

by razorbacker

The ES & NA is a restored railroad with many historical pieces of equipment in the railyard. It was the railroad used in the mini-series "The Blue and the Gray." There is a fun shop in the depot. You can either just ride as a passenger on a short trip or have dinner on a special excursion.

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Arkansas Sceinic Highway 7

by Astrobuck

AR-7 is the officially designated sceinic highway in the State of Arkansas. AR-7 runs 290 miles through the Ouachita National Forest, the Ozarks, and several cities along the way. Some of the most beautiful scenery is located along this route.Unfortunately, the camera battery went dead on the way back, so no pics for this tip...sorry! (Time to buy a back-up)!

Old Hollis CCC Camp

by Astrobuck

This was a camp built by the Civillian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the early part of the 1930's. CCC workers put out forest fires, built roads and recreational facilities, planted trees, and performed many other tasks. It was later torn down in the 1940's. Now, all the foundations are the only remnants; along with the chimney of what used to be the mess hall. It's still an interesting place, and well worth a stop.

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Fordyce Bath House

by Astrobuck

This is also the Hot Springs National park Visitor's Center.The only bath house on what is called "Bathhouse Row" that you can actually tour (all other bathhouses are presently being renovated). This is a self-guided tour, so you can take as much time as you like to look at things. You start out at the front desk where you get a map of the bathhouse, and the option to watch a short film on the history. After the film, you walk through the men's area, then the women's area, whilpools, showers, etc.This is a must see and do. There is so much history here, you will learn to appreciate it.Admission is free.

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Hot Springs Mountain Tower

by Astrobuck

Absolutely a must see....literally. You can see EVERYTHING from here. It is 216 Feet high, and with a good eye, you can see over 100 miles away! In the level below the top, there is an air-conditioned mini-museum that tells the history of the tower, as well as the area.You can get to the tower 2 ways: Drive or hike. We chose to hike it. Although it was a hot hike, the tower was worth the finish. Admission for adults is $8 US. I am unable to recall the price for children and senior citizens, but if need be, you can call the number below to get the information (the web site doesn't have the information posted).

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Walk the Promenade!

by Astrobuck

This is a really nice, well-kept walkway that runs through Hot Springs National Park. The Promenade is made up of yellow and red bricks, and runs along the back of what is known as "Bath House Row." All the trails intersect it for the most part, so you will wind up on it eventally. It takes about 30 minutes to walk it from one end to the other.

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Hot Springs National Park

by Toughluck

It's a city and a park, intertwined. The city has alot to offer in recreation (several reservoirs) south of town and the National Park in the heart of the old town. For more information, see MY Hot Springs National Park page or VT's Hot Springs page for the city. For more on the park, see VT's Hot Springs National Park page. When you get there don't be too confused when the same name, i.e., Hot Springs National Park is used for both. Officially, the town did take the park's name for itself.

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Central High School

by Toughluck

Pivotal events in the Nations history took place in 1959 at Central High School in Little Rock. Today, it's still an active school. But across the street is the visitor center, where you can learn about these events in moving this nation towards equality for all it's citizens. A goal that we're still working on.For places to stay and more to do, see VT's Little Rock page.

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Things to Do: Cities in Arkansas
  1. Eureka Springs Things to Do
  2. Hot Springs Things to Do
  3. Little Rock Things to Do
  4. Bentonville Things to Do
  5. Fort Smith Things to Do
  6. Bella Vista Things to Do
  7. Fayetteville Things to Do
  8. North Little Rock Things to Do
  9. Pine Bluff Things to Do
  10. Buffalo River National Park Things to Do
  11. Mountain View Things to Do
  12. Petit Jean State Park Things to Do
  13. Hot Springs National Park Things to Do
  14. Crater of Diamonds State Park Things to Do
  15. Conway Things to Do
  16. Mountain Home Things to Do
  17. Harrison Things to Do
  18. Murfreesboro Things to Do
  19. Blanchard Springs Things to Do
  20. Stuttgart Things to Do
  21. Heber Springs Things to Do
  22. Powhatan Things to Do
  23. Brinkley Things to Do
  24. Van Buren Things to Do
  25. Batesville Things to Do
  26. Pea Ridge National Military Park Things to Do
  27. Newport Things to Do
  28. Charleston Things to Do
  29. Forrest City Things to Do
  30. Devils Den State Park Things to Do
  31. Mena Things to Do
  32. Nashville Things to Do
  33. Arkansas Post Things to Do
  34. Bald Knob Things to Do
  35. Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park Things to Do
  36. Rogers Things to Do
  37. Arkadelphia Things to Do
  38. Helena Things to Do
  39. Marshall Things to Do
  40. Arkansas Post National Memorial Things to Do
  41. Bismarck Things to Do
  42. Cherokee Village Things to Do
  43. Horseshoe Bend Things to Do
  44. Melbourne Things to Do
  45. Pine Ridge Things to Do
  46. Queen Wilhelmina State Park Things to Do
  47. Cotter Things to Do
  48. Jasper Things to Do
  49. Mount Ida Things to Do
  50. West Helena Things to Do
  51. Norfork Things to Do

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Q:  Arkansas is my mother's favorite get away spot... is there any snow in Arkansas and where would it be in December?? Thanks. 

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A: Snow is rare in Arkansas. 

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