South · AR
Arkansas
The Natural State
Capital
Little Rock
Best Time to Visit
April-June, September-November
01 Must-See Spots
Hot Springs National Park
the only national park in a city, with historic bathhouses
Buffalo National River
America's first national river, perfect for canoeing
Eureka Springs
charming Victorian resort town in the Ozark Mountains
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville
world-class and free
02 Hidden Gems
Crater of Diamonds State Park
the only place in the US where you can dig for real diamonds
Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs
stunning glass chapel nestled in the Ozarks
Blanchard Springs Caverns
one of the most beautiful cave systems in America
Devil's Den State Park
Lee Creek Valley with rugged Ozark terrain and caves
03 National Parks & Sites
04 Insider Tips
The Ozark Highlands Trail is one of the best long-distance hikes in the South
Bentonville has become a foodie destination thanks to Walmart headquarters culture
Float the Buffalo River in spring when water levels are ideal
Visit Eureka Springs during the fall foliage season for the best colors