19 Places to Visit in Arkansas This Summer
If there's one thing we love writing about here at Little Rock Family, it's road trips. With Little Rock sitting smack in the middle of so many fantastic destinations, it's hard not to want to hit the road every weekend this summer.
But with so many choices, how do you choose the right destination for your family? We've compiled our top road trip stories right here so you can look at your options and pick the best destination.
Whether your looking to explore the natural parts of The Natural State, visit museums or eat a few good meals, there are plenty of weekend getaways that your whole crew will love. Here's what we've got.
1. 5 Arkansas Road Trips for the Whole Family
These are some of the most classic Arkansas destinations. From floating the Buffalo River to hiking Mount Magazine to visiting lions, tigers and bears in Eureka Springs, here are five trips that every Arkansan should be able to cross off of his or her list.
2. 5 Restaurants Worth the Road Trips Across Arkansas
These getaways are all about the meals. Some of the cities match up with the five fantastic road trips in our number one article. So while you're visiting the wild animals in Eureka Springs, you can also stop for dinner at Sky Bar Gourmet Pizza in the Crescent Hotel. Are you ready to hop in the car yet? Click here for the tasty list.
3. Arkansas Road Trips: Plenty of Cool Stuff To Do in These 3 Natural State Towns
We've got three options for you in this road trip round up: be tourists, be urban adventurers or explore the outdoors. From trout fishing to learning about the wild west, the variety is endless. Click here for all the details.
4. 6 Family-Friendly Spots to Explore in Arkansas This Summer
These destinations are a little further off of the beaten path — and they're also educational. The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program’s National Register Passport Tour can take your family all around the state. These are just six of our favorite places on the program's list of fascinating getaways around Arkansas. First up? Hunting for diamonds.