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Arkadelphia is a city in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,714. The city is the county seat of Clark County. It is situated at the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Two universities, Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University, are located there. Arkadelphia was incorporated in 1857.
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1. DeGray Lake Resort State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Arkansas's resort park lies on the north shore of DeGray Lake, a 13,800-acre fishing and water sport paradise in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Here resort amenities combine with plenty of outdoor fun and adventure. DeGray Lake Resort offers a 94-room lodge with conference center, 113 campsites (Class B) and three Rent-A-Yurt, championship golf, swimming, tennis, trails, bicycling, baseball, disc golf and guided horseback trail rides. The full-service marina offers tackle, dock space, fuel, and a variety of boat rentals including party barges, kayaks, and pedal boats.
Reviewed By corinne p - west monroe
Lake DeGray is a beautiful lake. We stayed in the lodge. Nice room. Clean and comfortable facility. We rode bikes, swam in the lodge's pool. We wanted to canoe but the 1canoe was already rented. We also wanted to rent a party barge for a ride on the lake but it was too pricey. Marina manager would only rent pontoon for 5 hours, so we headed to Hot Springs and rented a pontoon for a wonderful ride on beautiful Lake Hamilton . Are in the lodge's Shoreline Restaurant . It was enjoyable although not over the top.
2. DeSoto Bluff Trail
Overall Ratings
5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By hbobel - Arkadelphia, Arkansas
DeSoto Bluff is a fairly new trail made within Arkadelphia. Located next to the OBU and HSU campus, this spot serves as a wonderful getaway from the city area and provides a gorgeous view of the Ouachita River. Information about the area are presented along the trail for those interested in the history of the bluff and river.
3. Slim and Shorty's Live Music
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Michael W - Russellville, Arkansas
Totally enjoyed dinner here when I was in Arkadelphia on business. They gave a large variety of beers to choose from and the shrimp Po'Boy was excellent. The folks are friendly and the service was too!
4. Clark County Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By filmbuffintexas - Texarkana,Texas
We had read about the Clark County Museum in our local paper and decided that if we were ever in the area, that we would visit.
The Clark County Historical Museum is administered by the Clark County Historical Association and is dedicated to preserving and presenting the area's history from prehistoric times to the present.
The museum which is housed in 5 separate rooms of the former Missouri Pacific Train Station has displays which tell of Clark County's history since the advent of the first American settlement, focusing on the events, activities and individuals that have shaped the county to the present day. There is also an interesting interpretive display of Caddoan (the local Native American Tribe) artifacts.
However, I was particularly intrigued and impressed by the display on Graysonia, Arkansas which was once a Clark County boomtown with over 1,000 in population in the early 20th century and is now a ghost town. Graysonia, Arkansas, a real timber company owned town with its own elected officials, was started by the two principal shareholders of the Arkadelphia Lumber Company.. In fact, it was the first town in the area to have electricity which was no small accomplishment at that time.
Clark County Historical Museum Hours:
Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 3 pm
Saturday 10 am - Noon
Monday, Tuesday and Sundays Closed
Other Times are available by Appointment
There is no admission charge but all donations are gladly accepted and appreciated
Directions from interstate 30: Exit at Exit 73 and travel along Pine Street (aka Hwy 51) until you reach 6th street or Hwy. 67, continue until you reach the old train station at 750 S. Fifth Street by the AmTrak Railroad tracks.
5. Southern Fly Outfitters
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
We offer fly fishing guide trips on the caddo, ouachita, little missouri, and litte red river for trout, bass, and carp. We provide all the gear, expertise, friendly staff, and lunch. Come see why Southern Fly Outfitters is known for hooking clients up with an amazing day of fishing across the state.
Reviewed By Ben W
I was skeptical of paying some guide to show me how to catch a fish, but it was worth it. Learning how to fly fish is a special experience. I would book a trip every weekend if i had the time. Rates are not bad, i think I paid 250 for my trip, and it was well worth it. If you are visiting Hot Springs, you gotta check em out.
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