Yell County, Arkansas sits quietly in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, sandwiched between the Ouachita and Ozark National Forests, bordered by the Arkansas River to the north and Scenic Highway 7 to the east. And if you slow down long enough to really look, you’ll find one of the most naturally rich, historically layered, family-friendly outdoor destinations in…
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I spent a ton of time researching everything there was to do in Perry County because I had heard it was a great spot for getting outside, I heard that there was a historic country store I needed to visit with famous fried bologna sandwiches & homemade pie, & a great recreation area managed by the state parks. This is…
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How we packed up three kids, zero reservations, and chased Yellowstone across the American West — and why it became the trip of a lifetime In August of 2020, we loaded up our three kids, a tent, a small ice chest, a bucket of camping gear, and headed west toward Yellowstone. No reservations. No itinerary. Just a family that needed…
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In the rolling foothills of the Ozarks, just a stone’s throw from the Arkansas border, Natural Falls State Park in Colcord, Oklahoma is one of the state’s most breathtaking destinations. Famous for its 77-foot cascading waterfall and lush scenery, this park feels like a slice of the Pacific Northwest dropped right into the heart of the Midwest. Whether you’re planning a quick…
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I keep an adventure bucket ready so we can travel all summer, Here’s what’s in it! We enjoy spending time adventuring as much as possible, but sometimes it can be so overwhelming getting everything together. One of the ways I am able to make it simpler, is by keeping gear already packed & ready to go. Post contains some affiliate…
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