Mount Magazine State Park

Explore the Ozarks in Mount Magazine State Park, home to the highest point in both the Ozark Highlands and the state of Arkansas. Located just 17 miles from Paris, Arkansas, this park offers fun activities for the whole family.

Lodging

Mount Magazine State Park offers a full service campground for both tent and RV campers. With electricity and clean water at each site, and hot showers and flush toilets within the campground, campers can stay comfortable while enjoying the great outdoors. Another option, is to stay at the Lodge at Mount Magazine in a spacious room or a private cabin.The lodge is located near the top of Mount Magazine and offers breathtaking views of the valleys. The lodge has a restaurant, swimming pool, gift shop, conference rooms and more, making it suitable for many types of getaways.

Things to do

There are more than 14 miles of hiking trail throughout the park, ranging from easy to strenuous hiking. Take a short 1.5 mile high to the top of Mount Magazine, standing at 2,753 feet, and reward yourself with views of the Petit Jean and Arkansas Rivers. Fall brings spectacular leaf changes and is one of the most popular times to visit the park. Enjoy leisurely horseback rides through old growth forests, or for more adventure choose backpacking or rock climbing. This area is also a haven for hang gliders looking to launch from from atop Mount Magazine.

Use Mount Magazine State Park as a base-camp to explore the surrounding areas, or spend a weekend exploring its boundaries. The park is a popular destination all summer long. and reservations are recommended for both the Lodge and campgrounds. Make sure to stop at this park anytime you are traveling through Arkansas.