Arkansas is an enchanting state. There’s no doubt about it, the Natural State definitely earns its nickname; we’re all natural wonder all the time. There are so many enchanting places in Arkansas, it can be extremely challenging to sort them all into a comprehensive bucket list. Luckily, though, your friendly local Arkansas writer is keeping a running list of every place you absolutely have to see before you die. If you printed out all of the Arkansas bucket lists on OnlyInYourState.com, you’d have a good start on activities that will last you the rest of your life. But wait! Stop the presses! (Or, you know, printer.) You’ve absolutely got to add one more place to your Arkansas bucket list.
That place is called Petit Jean Mountain. In addition to being a stunning part of the Central Arkansas region, Petit Jean is also home to the oldest state park in Arkansas, the one responsible for the initial creation of Natural State’s state park system. There are so many intensely beautiful spots, it may just be the most enchanting place anywhere.
You’ll find directions here.
The views are incredible. . .
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. . . they really do seem to go on forever.
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Every inch of the 95 feet of Cedar Falls is stunning.
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There are little dreamscapes scattered all over the park.
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There’s nothing quite like the play of light on the leaves when you’re on top of a mountain . . .
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. . . or the unparalleled splendor of being out in the wild spaces of the Natural State.
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Davies Arch Bridge is a wonder.
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I know I’m a writer, but I have no words for how perfect the sunrise views are. So here’s a picture:
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And the sunsets? Check out this one:
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There’s also a chapel atop the mountain.
Flickr/The Mr and The Mrs It’s a ministry of the Episcopal Church and not part of the state park, but it’s absolutely fantastic.
You’re not going to find anywhere more enchanting than Petit Jean Mountain.
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To find our ultimate bucket list, look here. For a longer list of the Natural State’s natural wonders, click on this. If you’re feeling like your foodie bucket list is lacking, you’ll want this one.
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It’s a ministry of the Episcopal Church and not part of the state park, but it’s absolutely fantastic.
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