Planning for your family reunion in Arkansas? Here are the top places and destinations to include in your things to do in Arkansas
Hot Springs National Park (Arkansas)
Experience America's oldest national park featuring natural thermal springs, historic bathhouses, and scenic mountain trails in downtown Hot Springs. The park offers guided tours, educational programs, and opportunities to learn about the healing properties of thermal waters that have attracted visitors for centuries. Perfect for families seeking unique wellness experiences, the park includes accessible trails, visitor centers, and the famous Bathhouse Row showcasing elegant early 20th-century spa architecture. The thermal springs maintain constant temperatures year-round providing relaxation and therapeutic benefits.
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Website: nps.gov/hosp
Buffalo National River (Arkansas)
Enjoy pristine wilderness, excellent fishing, and scenic float trips on America's first National River featuring crystal-clear spring-fed waters and diverse wildlife. The Buffalo River offers canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and camping opportunities in one of the few major undammed rivers in Arkansas. Perfect for outdoor-loving families, the river provides multiple access points, outfitter services, and camping facilities along its 150-mile length. The area includes historic homesteads, bluffs, and forests showcasing the natural beauty of the Arkansas Ozarks.
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Website: nps.gov/buff
Crater of Diamonds State Park (Arkansas)
Search for real diamonds in the world's only diamond-producing site open to the public, where visitors keep whatever gems they find. The park offers diamond hunting, educational programs, and facilities for washing and identifying discovered stones. Perfect for adventurous families, the park provides equipment rental, identification services, and camping facilities for extended visits. The 37-acre search field has produced over 75,000 diamonds since becoming a state park, including several notable large stones found by visitors.
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Website: arkansasstateparks.com
Mammoth Spring State Park (Arkansas)
Visit one of Arkansas's largest springs producing over 200 million gallons of water daily, creating a beautiful lake and recreational area perfect for family activities. The park offers fishing, picnicking, and educational programs about spring ecosystems and railroad history. Perfect for families seeking peaceful natural settings, the park includes accessible trails, a historic depot museum, and facilities for group gatherings. The spring maintains constant temperature year-round and supports diverse aquatic life including native fish species.
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Website: arkansasstateparks.com
Ken O.
Founder of AmazingReunion and veteran reunion organizer who has coordinated 50+ family gatherings across the US.