Arkansas Vacations: 1001 Vacation Ideas

The largest diamond ever unearthed in the United States, the 40 carat "Uncle Sam", was dug up here as well as other many other notable diamond finds. Thousands have done it. Who knows what you might find.

In between the entertainment stretch your legs on the numerous hiking and walking trails. Do a little mountain biking, canoeing, swimming, or some world class fly fishing. In town you will find shops with antiques and arts & crafts.

The Crystal Dome got it's name from the 8 story high ceiling of it's main room. See the 28 foot "pipe organ" and hear the story of the "spider monkey".

They have top-notch saddle horses and take great care in matching rider and horse for rides on the scenic Ozark trails. Take a group hay ride or do a little canoeing, fishing or swimming.

Lacey's Narrows Marina on Greers Ferry Lake is just one of many places to rent your "floating hotel".

Usually you have to do a little digging with a small garden tool but sometimes the crystals are simply lying on the ground. No experience is needed to find yourself a little treasure.

Anything from golf to fishing to camping to horseback riding and much more. It's perfect for a family vacation or a romantic getaway.

Arkansas Vacations #8:The Hot Springs Mountain Tower is a 216-foot high observatory that sits atop Hot Springs Mountain. Take the elevator up for a fantastic panoramic view of Hot Springs and the surrounding Ouachita Mountains and Diamond Lakes area.

While you are there be sure to enjoy the thermal waters of the hot springs that gave the town it's name.

Vacation Ideas In Arkansas #9:For mountain activities the place to go is Mount Magazine State Park. It has the highest peak in Arkansas. Go there just for the incredible view or try your hand at rock climbing, rappelling, hang gliding or hiking. Because of its elevation the park stays cool so it's a great place to get away from the summer heat.

Arkansas Vacations #10:Pumpkin Hollow, at Dalton Farms near Piggott, is the pumpkin capital of Arkansas. There are lots of fun family activities such as hayrides, petting zoo, goat walk, hay play area, hay maze, kid's spookhouse, a large antique farm equipment display, and more. Plus plenty of pick-your-own pumpkins and gourds.