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With a plethora of outdoor adventures for the whole family, the city of Russellville exemplifies everything that makes Arkansas “The Natural State.” You might be tempted to lose yourself in the hiking trails, fishing expeditions, and camping trips, but if you have kids, then be sure to check out these family-friendly activities and events while you’re in town:
- Hit the Water. There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to water attractions in Arkansas. Russellville alone boasts dozens of lakes, rivers, whitewater streams, clear mountain creeks, waterfalls, wetlands, and more! You may want to do some recreational fishing or even compete in a fishing tournament. Be sure to check for swimming regulations and fishing lesson availability for your kids so they can have just as much fun as you!
- Enjoy Seasonal Community Events. We love fall and winter here in Russellville. Enjoy the outdoors as the leaves turn colors and the breeze turns chilly by checking out our Fall Festival and Chili Cook-off, September’s Pope County Fair, early December’s Christmas Parade, or the winter wonderland of drive-through Christmas light displays.
If you’re in town for Halloween, then you won’t want to miss KidFest at the Hughes Community Center. Hosted by Russellville Recreation and Parks Department, this fun and free event offers games, prizes, candy, and a safe place for kids to enjoy the night—in costume, if they wish! In the summer, you can enjoy an outdoor movie theater and ValleyFest, a festival fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of the Arkansas River Valley.
- Take Sports to the Extreme. Your kids will really think you’re cool when you sign your family up for hang gliding at one of our state parks or disc golf at one of the two “champion-caliber” disc golf courses hosted by Russellville’s Recreation and Parks Department.
If you’re hankering for some good old-fashioned family entertainment, then Russellville offers many traditional venues, including a bowling alley, roller rink, movie theater, and paintball and laser tag arena. To learn what other opportunities for adventure and fun await you in Russellville, Arkansas, visit DiscoverRussellville.org or call (888) 844-5298.
Last updated 7 months ago
Camping, fishing, hiking, and backpacking are some of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Eating, however, can be a particular challenge, especially if you are on the trail for days.
This helpful video provides important tips for preparing, handling, and eating food while you’re camping or backpacking. From proper hygiene to bacteria (and bear) prevention, this video can help you cover all of your bases so you can enjoy the back country safely.
Find the best hiking trails, camping spots, and more in Russellville, Arkansas by visiting DiscoverRussellville.org or calling (888) 844-5298.
Last updated 7 months ago
Russellville lies between Little Rock and Fort Smith, where Interstate 40 meets Arkansas’ Byway 7. On top of award-winning state parks offering outdoor adventures like hiking, camping and fishing, Russellville offers these amazing sights:
- Historic Missouri Pacific Railroad Depot. Originally built in 1916, the Russellville Depot was rehabilitated and rededicated in 2004. It offers a railroad museum with educational artifacts from Missouri Pacific’s 125-year history.
- Museum of Automobiles. With a passion for automotive heritage, Winthrop Rockefeller opened the Museum of Automobiles in 1964. Today, over fifty unique vintage and antique models have found their way to this museum at the top of Petit Jean Mountain.
- Petit Jean State Park. You could get lost in this place for days! With twenty-one miles of hiking trails and more waterfalls, lakes, mountainsides, and meadows than you can count, Petit Jean State Park offers a unique experience for outdoor adventurists. Only forty-five minutes southeast of Russellville, Petit Jean State Park is Arkansas’ first and most well-known state park, and there is always something going on for visitors.
- Arkansas Tech Museum. For over 100 years, Arkansas Tech University has undergone many changes and transitions. Learn more about the evolution of one of the South’s finest educational institutions by checking out this museum’s photographs, negatives, documents, and other historical artifacts.
- River Valley Arts Center. Visit this non-profit community gallery to view art exhibits from over forty local, regional, national, and international artists. If you’re enjoying Russellville in the summertime, then be sure to check out their musical theater performances, and if you’ll be in town a while, then consider the River Valley Arts Center’s Summer Arts camp or the year-round art classes for all ages.
Russellville offers dozens of other sites rich in heritage, history, and tradition. To learn more, give the City of Russellville’s Tourism, Convention, and Visitors Bureau a call today at (888) 844-5298.
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Check out these webpages to find out more on the best fishing spots in Russellville and what activities you and your family can enjoy outdoors on your vacation. Call us at (888) 844-5298 for more information.
- Read about the amazing view from Mount Nebo State Park on this page from ArkansasStateParks.com.
- Check out this page from LakeAndRiverStateParks.com to learn about the fun you can experience while underwater at the many diving and snorkeling destinations in Russellville.
- Find out what the more adventurous travelers will enjoy in Russellville’s parks, like hang gliding, river running, and kayaking on this website.
- Read this article from BoysLife.org to see how to go fishing at night while on vacation in Arkansas.
- Visit this page from eHow.com to read a basic angler’s guide for the first-time fisherman.
Waterfall near Longpool Campgrounds, just north of Russellville.
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Whether you’re looking for excitement, a place to relax, or a little bit of both, you’ll find Russellville and nearby Lake Dardanelle to be the place for you. To learn a bit more about the Russellville area, call the City of Russellville Tourism/Convention and Visitors’ Bureau at (888) 844-5298.
- Selecting a tent is an important part of camping. For help picking out a tent, check out this page from Dick’s Sporting Goods.
- Need some ideas for outdoor cooking? Take a look at this page from LovetheOutdoors.com.
- Lake Dardanelle is a wonderful place for a vacation. Learn all about it on the official page of Arkansas State Parks.
