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Things to Do in Northwest Arkansas

If you're extending your trip, the Ozarks have plenty to offer — from world-class museums to trails and lakes.

Art & Culture

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Bentonville

World-class art museum set on 120 acres of Ozark forest and ponds. Free general admission; allow at least half a day.

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Art & Culture

The Momentary

Bentonville

Contemporary art space with rotating exhibitions, live music, and a great café — a short walk from Crystal Bridges.

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Downtown

Downtown Fayetteville

Fayetteville

Brick-lined Dickson Street, local shops, breweries, and the Fayetteville Farmers Market on Saturday mornings.

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Outdoors

Devil's Den State Park

West Fork

Scenic hiking trails, caves, and waterfalls in the Boston Mountains — about 45 minutes south of Fayetteville.

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Outdoors

Beaver Lake

Rogers & Eureka Springs area

Clear-water reservoir perfect for boating, kayaking, swimming, and lakeside picnics on a warm afternoon.

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History

Pea Ridge National Military Park

Pea Ridge

One of the best-preserved Civil War battlefields in the country, with a driving tour and walking trails.

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Outdoors

Razorback Regional Greenway

Northwest Arkansas

36-mile shared-use trail connecting Bentonville, Rogers, Lowell, Springdale, and Fayetteville — rent a bike and explore.

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History

The Walmart Museum

Bentonville

A quick, fun look at the origin story of Walmart in downtown Bentonville — don't skip the old-fashioned soda fountain.

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