Battlegrounds of Arkansas
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21 State Parks in 2021 #12-#14 Battlegrounds

Three small battlegrounds make up our next three state parks.  In 1864 three Civil War battles made up the Union’s Red River Campaign.  The three battlegrounds can easily be seen in one day.  There are no visitor’s centers, but they do have markers that help to tell their stories.  Each battlefield has its own passport…

21 State Parks in 2021 #10 Logoly State Park
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21 State Parks in 2021 #10 Logoly State Park

We learned about our #10 state park, Logoly, while visiting the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources.  The Park staff member did not steer us wrong either!  Logoly is a small, ecofriendly park in Southern Arkansas.  It has an interactive visitor center, walking trails, and a picnic and playground area.  The staff is very friendly, and…

One of the smaller Arkansas State Parks is the South Arkansas Arboretum.
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21 Arkansas State Parks in 2021 – Part 11

Just a short drive down the road from the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources lies the South Arkansas Arboretum.  The Park houses nice, paved walking trails through a wooded area, a gazebo, butterfly garden, and many plant species native to the area.  While not large by any means, this state park is a nice little…

21 State Parks in 2021 Challenge- #9: Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources
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21 State Parks in 2021 Challenge- #9: Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources

We spent our Father’s Day weekend visiting Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources. Daniel requested this special park because of his ties to the oil and gas industry.  This Park has an interactive visitor’s center, outdoor trail through Oil Field Park, and fun hands-on programs for the kids.  This is our #9 park in the 21…

The lodge at Petit Jean State Park
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21 State Parks in 2021 Challenge – Part 8: Petit Jean

Petit Jean State Park is Arkansas’ very first park.  Many of its’ original structures were built by the CCC and still remain.  The Park lodge has a restaurant and swimming pool.  There are also cabins, RV, and tent camping sites available for rent. Petit Jean is known for its’ brand new interactive visitor’s center, many hiking…

Lake Dardanelle State Park
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21 State Parks in 2021 – Part 7

Lake Dardanelle State Park is a bonus you will find on the way to and from Mount Nebo. It is best known for its’ visitor’s center, sport fishing tournaments, fishing pier, boating, boardwalk, trail, and camping facilities.  The park rests along Lake Dardanelle which is a great place for fishing and watersports.  Located in Russellville,…

21 State Parks in 2021 – Part 5
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21 State Parks in 2021 – Part 5

Devil’s Den State Park is best known for its’ hiking trails, caves, and camping.  It has 11 hiking trails, a playground and picnic area, kayak and paddle boat rentals, a seasonal restaurant, cabins, campsites, and a swimming pool. This is our #5 park in the 21 State Parks in 2021 Challenge. #5 Devil’s Den State…

21 State Parks in 2021 – Part 4- Withrow Springs State Park
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21 State Parks in 2021 – Part 4- Withrow Springs State Park

Withrow Springs State Park is a small, hidden gem which has three hiking trails, a playground and picnic area, and a unique and rare flower. This is our #4 park in the 21 State Parks in 2021 Challenge. #4 Withrow Springs State Park Located in Huntsville, AR, just off the War Eagle Creek, this park…