Rogers, tucked away in the scenic landscapes of the Ozark Mountains, is a haven for both adventurers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Every time one wonders what to do in Rogers, AR, the town presents a plethora of options. From the tranquil shores of Beaver Lake to the buzzing atmosphere of its historic downtown,…
One of the most stately, celebrated churches in the United States is tucked away in an Arkansas forest outside of the city of Eureka Springs. The forest is so remote that standard GPS generally gives visitors the wrong coordinates. In the 1970s, a retired teacher named Jim Reed envisioned a non-denominational meditation chapel surrounded by…
Before there was Las Vegas, there was Hot Springs, Arkansas. Most people are unaware that a sleepy spa town in rural Arkansas was once the center of the organized crime universe in the United States. The Gangster Museum of America in Hot Springs, Arkansas features several rooms dedicated to the history of gangsters, gambling, and…
When most travelers list National Parks that they are yearning to visit, Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas generally doesn’t make the cut. Many travelers are unaware that a small, sleepy town in the Ouachita Mountains features luxurious historic bathhouses, sophisticated art galleries, and scenic mountain trails that allow visitors to run their fingers through…
If you’re not afraid of getting a little dirt under your fingernails, a visit to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas may yield a glittering gem that will put the Hope Diamond to shame. Crater of Diamonds State Park features a crater shaped by unique geologic conditions which produced a wealth of precious…
