FOUR PARKS, FOUR BIG ADVENTURES

About Petit Jean State Park

Arkansas’s first state park sits atop the legendary Petit Jean Mountain. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, many of the original historic structures still stand throughout the park, mirroring the mountain’s rugged beauty. The recently renovated Mather Lodge serves as the focal point for the park, with 24 rooms, delicious dining, and state-of-the-art meeting space. There are 34 cabins, some with kitchens and some without, many looking out over the dramatic bluffs of Cedar Creek Canyon. Cedar Creek Falls put on a show with water plummeting 95 feet to the delight of park visitors.

Lodging

Activities:

Camping, Hiking, Swimming, Fishing, Tennis, Pedal boating, overlooks

About Mt. Nebo State Park

Mount Nebo rises 1,350 feet up from the Arkansas River Valley floor. The state’s third highest peak is a favorite for bicyclists due to the challenging climb, scenic views, and thrilling downhill runs. Mountain bikers love the 4.5 mile Bench Trail that makes a loop around the natural terrace. Native stones and logs were used by the Civilian Conservations Corps in the 1930s to build the 10 rustic cabins as well as the bridges, trails and park pavilions.

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Activities

39 miles of Hiking & Biking trails, Camping, Tennis, Swimming, Picnicking

About Mt. Magazine State Park

Perched atop the state’s highest peak, Mount Magazine State Park commands extraordinary views from the 60-room lodge featuring luxurious accommodations and fine dining 2,753 feet above the valley below. The park has been named one of America’s Top Fall Color Destinations by Yahoo Travel. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking and horseback riding trails as well as hang-gliding, rappelling and rock climbing.

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Activities

Camping, Hiking, Extreme Adventure, Nature Programs, Visitor center with exhibits

About Lake Dardanelle State Park

Located on a 34,300-acre reservoir of the Arkansas River, Lake Dardanelle State Park is a major bass fishing tournament site surrounded by stunning scenic beauty. The lake harbors two park sites offering campsites, launch ramps, pavilions, picnic sites and facilities—one in Russellville and the other in nearby Dardanelle. A 10,527 square foot center also welcomes visitors in Russellville with interpretive exhibits and an aquarium featuring fish from the local waterways.

Lodging

Activities

Camping, Picnicking, Hiking, Mini-Golf, 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle with launch ramps and marinas, 15 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Parks