Crater of Diamonds State Park 209 State Park Road, Murfreesboro, AR 71958, Located 28 Miles North-Northwest, 870-285-3113, At the Crater of Diamonds State Park, the public can search over 37 plowed acres for diamonds and semi-precious gems, including amethyst, peridot, garnet, and quartz and keep what they find. Surrounded by buildings reminiscent of an old mining town, the center contains exhibits about diamonds, how to search for them, and a diamond hunters' hall of fame.  more...

Historic Washington State Park P.O. Box 98, Washington, AR 71862, Located off Exit 30 at Hope, 870-983-2684, Historic Washington State Park is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A host of events, including a battle re-enactment and summer festival take place at the park. more...