25 Ways To Have The Most Picture Perfect Arkansas Weekend

Arkansas is picturesque, yes. There are some places and moments, though, that aren’t simply picturesque—they’re picture perfect. If you’re looking for places to go and things to do with your time off, check out these ideas for a picture perfect weekend.

1. Climb a mountain to catch the sunrise . . .

This one is from Mount Nebo.

2. . . . or watch it from across a lake.

This is Lake Fayetteville.

3. Find your local farmers market . . .

Pictured above is Bernice Gardens Farmers Market in Little Rock. Try that one!

4. . . . or visit Fayetteville’s award winning one. . .

5. . . .and buy fresh flowers.

6. Have brunch with your loved ones.

This picture perfect tray comes from Cliff Cottages in Eureka Springs.This picture perfect tray comes from Cliff Cottages in Eureka Springs.

7. Float the White River. . .

8. . . . or the Buffalo.

9. Walk the banks of the Arkansas River at sunset.

10. See the Ozarks from the canopy.

This zipline canopy tour is available from the Buffalo Outdoor Center. You can find another in Eureka Springs.

11. Find history.

Try Fort Smith.

12. Chase fireflies.

13. Sleep under the stars.

14. Go fishing.

15. Take a hike. . .

This is the Ozarks Highlands Trail.

16. . . . to a cave.

Like the ones along the Indian Rockhouse Trail.

17. Stand on a rock.

Hawksbill Crag is a good one to stand on.

18. Climb a tree.

19. Rest in a field of wildflowers.

20. Climb an observation tower and stare.

. . . like this one in Hot Springs National Park.

21. Go on a scenic drive.

Pictured above: Talimena Scenic Drive

22. Play the ponies at Oaklawn Park.

23. Go outside.

This is Bell Park.

24. Stay inside.

Crystal Bridges would be a good place to do that.

25. Be glad you’re already . . .

. . . home.

What does your picture perfect Arkansas weekend look like? Tell us all about it.