Loved this experience. I chose this place for the fall views and to say I've been to the high point in central time zone. We camped in a tent and it was perfect we made sure to keep food in the car and trash thrown away. The shower and bathroom was clean and spacious. Definitely recommend. read more

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What a wonderful spot to spend a weekend away to rest, recharge, relax and reflect on the beauty and majesty of Gods creation. Arkansas State Parks has done a beautiful job to create a beautiful relaxing and affordable spot for all to enjoy! Guests can choose to spend the day, a night or even longer. We chose to stay in a cabin this time which was perfect for the quiet environment to rest and recharge. Each cabin has a hot tub to sit back and enjoy the beautiful Ozark mountains!! Ohhhh and the humming birds.... Great job Arkansas state parks. Our amendment 75 taxes have been put to great use!! read more

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We stayed in Lot #2 and enjoyed this campground. There is no cell phone signal and no internet. The bathhouses were very clean and the showers were some of the best we have used before at a campground. The restaurant was very very good! Great food, great service. Lots of biking and hiking areas. We hiked to the highest point in Arkansas at this campground. Beautiful views all over this park. It's in the middle of nowhere and the nearest town is far away so make sure to get what you need before you area but the Visitor Center has lots of amenities. Plus eating at the Restaurant is a plus on the times you don't want to cook. read more

This is a beautiful Park with plenty of space to camp in dispersed areas. We drove through the Park first just to scout what was around, then ended up going back to our fave spot to sleep for the night. As you can see from my picture, we chose a spot kind of up on the mountain to where we could wake with the sun. It got a bit chilly but not too bad at all. The hawks kept circling us to make sure we were okay, it was so cool and funny at the same time. We also saw some foxes scurrying around us. The animals were all so cute but kept their distance as we did too. You should definitely take a drive out here and enjoy the beautiful sites of nature! read more

Mount Magazine State Park - Sunset feels - Hiking Near Me - Paris, Arkansas

What a beautiful state park in the heart of Arkansas. Totally worth the 2.5 hour drive from Bentonville to see the highest point in Arkansas and take in the breathtaking views. There is a lodge built into the side of the mountain which offers more amazing views. At the park you can enjoy guided ATV rides, hang gliding, hiking, and biking. read more

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Last summer, during our annual American road trip, we decided to include Arkansas on our journey across these great United States. Being a California native, who has done a lot of camping in the Golden state, camping in other parts of the country is a completely different experience. Mount Magazine (actually, most of Arkansas) is one of the greenest places I've ever been. Seemingly endless forests are broken up by the occasional rocky outcropping, small creek, or hiking path. The campsite here is no exception, with a backdrop of hardwood trees and ground cover. Restrooms are modern and clean. While hiking around the park, we were treated to songbirds singing, various bugs chirping and buzzing, rabbits, possums, armadillos, deer, box turtles, and even a few copperheads, so watch your step... their camouflage is outstanding amidst the leafy duff. A short drive around the park reveals several breathtaking overlooks, as this is touted as the highest point in the state. Cabins and a large lodge are available if trailers and tents aren't your thing. There is also a visitors center with a gift shop and firewood for sale. While here, we drove all over the state, visiting distant Bentonville and caverns across the state. Closer by, the city of Paris offers a few grocery stores and the smallest (and one of the oldest) Walmart stores I've ever seen. Many homes, businesses, and trucks fly the stars and bars, and there is even a street in town called Klan St... revealing the area's connection to its sordid history, and dichotomous present and future. We missed a real gun fight between warring neighbors at the gas station, and drove several gravel roads deep into the wilderness. Definitely not SoCal out here. All that said, what a beautiful state and a beautiful area, filled with some of the most friendly folks we've had the pleasure of meeting. Arkansas, I can't say when I'll be back, but future road trips will certainly see us there again. read more

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Skycrest restaurant is beautiful but the staff are slow forgetful and when asked to fill out a paper for a private club license explain how "it's so dumb" Take pride in your job. Don't make excuses. read more

Mount Magazine State Park - Hiking Near Me - Paris, Arkansas

Lovely place to camp! One thing I really enjoy is that the temperature is cooler up here. Makes sleeping in a tent at night lovely.

Mt Magazine State Park and Lodge sits upon the highest point in Arkansas. Hovering above Blue Mountain lake, the lodge rooms offer views that expanse the Boston Mountain ranges. You will not be disappointed here with miles of hiking trails and flower gardens, native birds and wildlife. The rooms are becoming slightly dated however as the lodge was built in 2008, just before smartphones really began to dictate what type of tech went into hotel rooms. You will fine one bank of chargers that may or may not be comparable with your phone. Speaking of tech, do not attempt to work as the WiFi is shaky at best. You won't be taking any zoom meetings here. Since you won't be working, take heart in the comfortable beds, mini fridge and large, clean rooms. :) Now let's talk about the Skycrest restaurant. Much improved since my last visit. Due to Covid, the buffet is GONE and should stay away! The whole buffet concept cheaped the experience and since it's removal, the feel is much classier! Food quality: good. Not bad. The first day I had a club sandwich that was well executed and sweet potato fries that were crispy and hot. It was tasty. The second day at lunch I had a BLT and the loaded baked potato soup. The sandwich, again, well executed, the bacon was crispy, the soup needed salt however. Day three we had breakfast and dinner. Breakfast was made to order my over easy eggs look very similar to my friends over medium eggs and the whole dish could use a little more seasoning. Day three breakfast I got the omelette with cheddar, bacon and tomatoes. My friend got the biscuit and gravy. The food again could use a little more seasoning but over all was well prepared and generous-portioned. Dinner was good. We ordered the spinach dip appetizer and it was very tasty, hot and bubbly with crispy bread that was freshly cut and toasted. For the entree we orders the grilled chicken tenders and I got mashed potatoes and gravy. Nothing to complain about here, the chicken was tender and juicy but the plates lacked presentation. Some lettuce lining the bottom if the plate or a sprig of parsley would go a long way to make the plate more attractive. The lodge has a full bar. They carry a line of local beers and can you get any cocktail. I ordered an shagreen cocktail first which made with Malibu rum and pineapple juice. It was good but did not pack a punch. Next I order a cosmopolitan and that was a good drink. Well executed and plenty strong. I have to say the best think about the red was the service. The staff went out of their way to make the visit pleasant. Preston, our dinner server was very sweet, polite and super prompt. James was our breakfast server and went out of his way to make sure the butter was not too cold after I made a fleeting comment about the hard butter on the first day. Andrew checked me in and was super helpful And offered me extra shampoo and towels. COVID note: all rules were followed. All the guests were required to wear masks in the lodge and the restaurant before food was served. There is no housekeeping during the stay but I actually preferred that. The TV has cable but no access to Netflix/ Hulu apps. (Needs updating). :). I can say the lodge is nice, the staff is helpful and with a few tweaks the restaurant could be really good. I recommend for families, couples and singles. Plenty of places to explore and see. It's a great choice for Parks in Arkansas. read more

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I arrived late for a 1 night stopover and only had time for a quick takeout. The staff said they would have it ready in 10 min. I arrived to the bar 10 minutes later and not only was the food ready fast, it was incredible. I only wish I had time to dine in and take in the 5 star view, the entertaining staff and desert .. Given all of the challenges with Covid plus the fact these guys are isolated on Mt Magazine makes it even more remarkable. Thanks for having me! read more

Mount Magazine State Park - View from the room (take out), restaurant to the right. - Hiking Near Me - Paris, Arkansas

Amazing park. If you plan to go hiking, start at the North Rim Trail and then loop through Signal Hill and Mossback Ridge to get all the best scenic views and to hit the highest point in Arkansas! Together they are about a 5-6 mile hike. These 3 trails are pretty flat and an easy hike for the most part. The whole place is just breathtaking. It's a must see! You might want to wear pants instead of shorts when hiking because the trails are narrowly carved through the woods. Check for ticks! read more

Mount Magazine State Park - Hiking Near Me - Paris, Arkansas

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Absolutely fantastic. The views are outstanding, and it's a very romantic place to visit. If you're looking for beautiful sunsets, walking trails, mountains, lakes, and wildlife, go here. read more

The highest peak in Arkansas is one beautiful place. It's a great getaway and perfect for sightseeing, hiking, camping, etc. The more adventurous one might be interested in rock climbing, hang gliding, ATV riding, biking, etc. Scenic trails are scattered all over the park. Reserve a camp ground or you can also put up in the lodge. The road up the mountain has beautiful overlooks that look down on the plains below. Best time to visit is Spring when the park really comes alive with nature's color. I'm going back again soon! read more

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While you are slightly limited in the number of activities that you can partake in here, it is as good as it gets in Arkansas for those activities. A large part of the appeal is the spectacular view. Whether from the lodge, the trail, or the highway, spectacular views abound. If you're into hiking, there are easy to extremely strenuous hikes available, mostly through the woods, and all with those views that have already been mentioned. An added bonus comes in the choice of lodgings, camp out for more of an outdoors experience, or stay in the cabins or the lodge if you want a bit of luxury. Make the trip up this mountain. You won't regret it. read more

Mount Magazine State Park - Hiking Near Me - Paris, Arkansas

Fantastic meal at the Lodge. Had the grilled salmon and it was perfect. Megan did an amazing job. Customer service 5 star. If she is not a training manager, she should be. Had a great Valentine's dinner! Such a beautiful location. read more

Very cool park! Stopped here while driving through the area. Great scenic overlooks. The visitors center was beautiful and the gentleman working was helpful. We went and did the hike up to the highest peak in Arkansas. Good stop read more

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1st trip with my tiny home "Casita Bob". Great site with full hookups and wonder camp neighbors. Lori at the visitor center was so kind and helpful. read more

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This is an absolutely superb state park that surpasses even the other excellent state parks located atop mountains on the Arkansas River (Mount Nebo and Petit Jean) thanks to its sheer grandeur and isolation. While Nebo often seems like a glorified resort community and Petit Jean's not-that-lofty slopes and canyons are jammed with Central Arkansans, head over to Mount Magazine for a bit of real wilderness experience or luxury cliffside accommodations. The Lodge and Cabins are perched next to a sheer cliff and 1,700 foot or so drop into the Petit Jean River Valley with amazing views into the heart of the Ouachita Mountains. All the cabins and the lodge are amply supplied with surprisingly nice furnishings and random touches like hot tubs on the back porches that speak to careful planning by whomever designed the place. There are also plenty of campground spaces available for the more rustically inclined. The trail system is also excellent, ranging from a short saunter to the actual highpoint atop Signal Hill to a leg-busting 1,800 feet climb down the mountain to Cove Lake and plenty of hikes in between that skirt the narrow bluffline atop the mountain. Even though there's actually a lot to do between the Visitor Center, the lodge, and the various overlooks and trails, this park feels appropriate big and isolated. Expect extra-cool weather with high winds and probably fog. read more

Nice if you just want to get away, the hiking paths are wonderful. However, if you have young children and are looking for entertainment you won't find it in this park. The great parts... The views are spectacular! The overlooks are well maintained and landscaped. The campground facilities are some of the best maintained we've ever been to. The bathhouses were clean and well stocked. There is wildlife everywhere... Birds, butterflies, deer, but we did not see bears, thankfully. We found some beautiful waterfalls, the hiking is superb and trails are abundant. The welcome center has a nice set up with a mini nursing, don't miss this! There is model of the mountain which is impressive along with a bird watching area which truly delivered some good bird watching. Cons . . . As mentioned before there's not much to do at this state park other than hike. Cove Lake is about ten miles from the park and is worth the drive. The other con is the enormous amount of bugs and flies. We were inundated with flies, hundreds. We visited in July and that might be why, but it still made the visit pretty uncomfortable. Overall the park is beautiful! If you are looking for a quiet getaway... This is the place! read more

Visiting Mount Magazine State Park was a great part of our recent trip to Arkansas. We headed to Arkansas to learn more about why it is the Natural State and this is a shining example of the beauty that Arkansas has been hiding. I find it amazing that there is not an entry fee to the state parks in Arkansas. This makes use of public lands accessible to all, and a huge bargain if you are traveling. One of the reasons that we came to Mount Magazine was the lure of reaching the highest point in Arkansas. We hiked the Signal Trail look and really enjoyed the quick walk up to the high point. The stone work monument at the top is really neat, and the return trip through the fall forest was very pleasant. We tracked it at 1.8 miles for the walk with just over 500 feet in elevation gain. Keep your eyes our for wildlife, we spotted a 8 point buck while on our hike. The lodge here is also amazing for a state park. It would be fun to stay here in the lodge or one of the cabins and hike the rest of the trails that are available. The views from the lodge are great, and you feel like you are on top of the world. read more

great place to get away for a weekend. my family and i go here every year to camp and swim. nice people, clean bathrooms, and lots of fun . will always return read more

Beautiful State Park and the lodge is lovely. Nicely updated. Rock, lumber, gorgeous light fixtures in hallways, beautiful wood doors, bronze door handles. Outdoors are lovely patios, walkways, flowers, chairs/rocking chairs, interpretive placards-very, very nice! Staff extremely nice and accommodating. No microwave in rooms but one available in the main lobby-just ask. Resturant has reasonable prices. Breakfast took quite awhile to be served (very few other folks in dinning room?), but the grits were worth the wait. Creamy & delicious. I do not eat wheat. Menu said gluten free option available. I asked what were the options for gluten free. No corn tortillas available so they allowed me to have grits and hash browns with my omelet. read more