A simple question to a virtual assistant led to a remarkable discovery at Crater of Diamonds State Park, where a Texas family uncovered a 2.09-carat brown diamond during a holiday visit. James Ward, a 41-year-old…
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Arkansas State Parks to Host First Day Hikes 2026, Launching America 250 Celebration
Arkansas State Parks Invites Hikers for First Day Hikes 2026 as America 250 Journey Begins Arkansas State Parks is gearing up once again for its annual First Day Hikes, a beloved tradition that encourages families,…
Arkansas State Parks Honors Leadership and Service at Annual Superintendents Conference
Arkansas State Parks honored outstanding leadership and teamwork last week during the annual Superintendents Conference, recognizing superintendents and park teams whose dedication and service elevated visitor experiences across the state. The event highlighted individuals and…
Blanchard Springs Caverns near Mountain View to Become Arkansas’ 53rd State Park Under Governor Sanders Administration
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Secretary Shea Lewis have officially signed a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Forest Service, initiating the process to designate Blanchard Springs Caverns…
Potential Prescribed Burn Planned at Pinnacle Mountain State Park Nov. 17–20
Arkansas State Parks resource management staff have announced plans for a potential prescribed burn at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, with operations expected to occur Monday–Thursday, November 17–20, 2025, weather permitting. The controlled burn is part…
Hot Springs Couple Completes Visits to All 52 Arkansas State Parks, Joins Club 52
Congratulations to Tom and Charla Starnes, who have officially joined the ranks of Arkansas State Parks’ most dedicated explorers! The couple recently completed visits to all 52 Arkansas State Parks, wrapping up their adventure at…
Trail Improvements at Queen Wilhelmina State Park Create New Mountain Biking Opportunities on Arkansas’ Second-Highest Peak
Arkansas State Parks celebrated the dedication of refreshed and enhanced trails at Queen Wilhelmina State Park, highlighting a renewed commitment to improving outdoor recreation access and elevating the visitor experience at one of Arkansas’s most…
Arkansas State Parks to Host Trail Dedication at Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Arkansas State Parks invites the public to attend a trail dedication celebration at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event highlights recent improvements to the park’s trail system,…
Arkansas State Parks Honors Lifesaving Heroes at Petit Jean State Park
Arkansas State Parks hosted a special recognition ceremony today at Mather Lodge inside Petit Jean State Park, honoring four individuals whose quick, coordinated actions saved the life of a camper who went into sudden cardiac…
