Mount Magazine State Park, State park in Logan County, Arkansas
Mount Magazine State Park sits atop Arkansas's highest point in Logan County, covering over 2,000 acres of mountain terrain. The ridge offers wide views across the Petit Jean River Valley and surrounding forested landscapes.
The land began as private property and became federal forest in 1938, then took two decades before receiving state park designation in 1998.
The Mount Magazine International Butterfly Festival celebrates local species, including the Diana fritillary, which holds status as Arkansas state butterfly.
The park lodge offers rooms and dining along with an indoor pool, while cabins and campsites provide other lodging choices. Come prepared for changing weather and bring sturdy shoes, as trails can be steep and slippery in wet conditions.
The park draws hang gliders launching from its ridges and climbers tackling technical rock faces on the mountainside. This mix of adventure sports reflects the varied terrain found across the summit.
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