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Looking for a trip with incredible outdoor adventures and historic sites? Well, “The Natural State” is that place!

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Visitors can explore this 37-acre volcanic crater and mine for: – Diamonds – Garnets – Agate – Quartz – Jasper

Crater of Diamonds State Park

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Not only is Garvan famous for its spectacular gardens, but it is also home to whimsical treehouses and the Anthony Chapel.

Garvan Woodland Gardens

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A 216-foot lattice steel tower on Hot Springs Mountain.

Hot Springs Mountain Tower

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Located in Eureka Springs, the refuge is home to big cats such as: – Lions – Leopards – Tigers – Cougars – Bobcats

Turpentine Creek                  Wildlife                    Refuge

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Hike the Signal Hill trail to the tallest point in Arkansas.

Mount Magazine State Park

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The park is known to be one of the largest natural springs in the world.

Mammoth Spring State Park

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The longest pedestrian bridge in the country at nearly one mile.

Big River Crossing

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This serene sanctuary has a reputation for being one of the most inspiring and beautiful chapels in the world.

Thorncrown Chapel

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It has been designated as the oldest standing capitol building west of the Mississippi River.

Old State House Museum

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This location is featured in the 1939 cinematic hit Gone With the Wind.

The Old Mill

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Built in 1886, the Crescent Hotel & Spa has a reputation for being the most haunted hotel in America.

Crescent Hotel & Spa

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Walking through the property, you will see the barn where Hemingway wrote parts of A Farewell to Arms and some of his other short stories.

Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center

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A unique old 15,000-square-foot castle on 20 acres. that took over 20 years to build.

Castel Rougue’s Manor

For the complete list of 37 eccentric  things to do in Arkansas, click below.