A family vacation in Arkansas promises plenty of fun and relaxation, both indoors and out. Magic Springs Theme and Water Park offers dozens of rides and endless hours of family fun. The William J. Clinton Library and Museum is a unique attraction displaying the library and legacy of local boy Bill Clinton, while the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is another nationally renowned cultural institution.
Buffalo National River is one of the country's best canoeing locations, with wide stretches of gentle waters and occasional rapids lined by dramatic bluffs and low-hanging trees. Blanchard Springs Caverns is a landmark underground cave system under Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, where families can explore a mystical maze of stalactites and stalagmites. The 210-acre Garvan Woodland Gardens on the water have many easy walking trails for families in a natural setting, while Petit Jean State Park has more challenging and longer hiking trails as well as panoramic views and historic buildings. For a more relaxing outing, head to the beautiful Hot Springs National Park. Its thermal bathhouses and natural hot springs are ideal for soaking in after a day of hiking.