Diamond Search Field to Re-open on May 22 at Crater of Diamonds State Park
(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) — The very popular diamond search field at Crater of Diamonds State Park will open tomorrow with some restrictions, announced Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. “We are pleased to be able to welcome people back to search for diamonds at the Crater of Diamonds just in […]
Ozark Folk Center State Park to Open Craft Village on May 19
(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) — The Craft Village at the Ozark Folk Center State Park is scheduled to open on Tuesday, May 19, following Arkansas Department of Health guidelines, announced Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism. “We are pleased to be able to welcome visitors back to the Ozark Folk Center,” […]
Arkansas State Parks to Begin Phased Reopening of Camping and Other Services
(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) — Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Secretary Stacy Hurst today announced that beginning May 1, campgrounds at Arkansas State Parks will reopen for RV campers with the following limitations: Campers must use private recreational vehicles with self-contained bathroom facilities. Camping will be only for Arkansas residents. Park staff will be checking […]
Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Announces Limits on Camping at State Parks
LITTLE ROCK—Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (ADPHT), today announced ADPHT is limiting use of campgrounds to RVs with self-contained bathrooms. Primitive camping areas for backpackers are available at Cane Creek State Park, Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, Mount Nebo State Park, and Devil’s Den State Park. Bathhouses and restrooms […]
Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism Limits State Parks to Day Use Only
(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) —Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism (ADPHT), today announced all Arkansas State Parks will be open for day use only effective 8 a.m. on Friday, April 3, until further notice. ADPHT is eliminating all overnight stay opportunities. These changes will maintain some access to parks at […]
Arkansas State Parks Names Top Chef
(LITTLE ROCK, ARK.) – Queen Wilhelmina State Park took home the top prize today at the Arkansas State Park’s Top Chef Competition. It was the first time they won in the seven years of the contest. Five park restaurants participated in the event, sponsored by Ben E. Keith, at the Pulaski Technical College Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute.“We […]
Arkansas Tourism lands State Tourism Office of the Year award
Arkansas Tourism has been named the State Tourism Office of the Year by the Southeast Tourism Society. The 2020 Shining Example Award winners were announced during the Southeast Tourism Society’s annual Connections conference in Little Rock, which was attended by representatives of several southeastern states. The State Tourism Office of the Year award was given […]
Maximize your vacation time in The Natural State
By Kristine Puckett, Deputy Director, Arkansas Tourism This time of year, many of us make a resolution to relax and recharge. Travel is a great way to achieve that resolution. Travel can have a positive impact on your emotional and physical health. Plus, it’s an effective way to reconnect with friends, family or even yourself. […]
