Try an Ozark Adventure This Spring

With winter’s chill settling in, families have already started looking forward to the oncoming warmth of spring, and what better way to celebrate the season of colors than with a holiday in nature’s lap. The obvious choice for nature lovers in and around the state of Arkansas seems to be the Ozark Gateway Region, which received a footfall of almost a million tourists in 2012 owing to the balmy temperatures which hover between 40 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the spring period starting from March.

It thus comes as no surprise that bookings for Ozark mountain adventures have started long ago, so much so that families have been reminded to book early for the spring break. The Ozark region’s massive appeal steams from the fact that there is something to do for everybody; be it vacations for kids or for couples or even people in large groups. Ozark is famed for numerous Arkansas outdoor activities ranging from hiking and camping to golfing and prize fishing which everyone can take part in and enjoy.

Arkansas camping and hiking tours give one the chance to see nature in its full glory and smell the fresh flowers of spring, which are aptly supplemented by the chirping of birds in their verdant surroundings. If you’re an adventure enthusiast looking for a challenge, you could also try mountain biking and canoeing in the White River or one of the other swiftly flowing streams to be found in Ozark. Fishing enthusiasts may especially want to check out the trout fishing in Arkansas, which is often called the most peaceful fishing destination one can find.

For those who’d prefer to spend their spring evenings in leisure, there are numerous hot springs in Arkansas which can be seen in the many state parks like Mammoth Spring State Park, Old Davidsonville State Park and Lake Charles State Park. In Arkansas’ state parks, you not only get to see beautiful hot water springs that take your breath away, but you can also tantalize your curiosity with the stimulating dose of history (especially from the civil war period) that these parks have fondly maintained.

However, these state parks are not the only historic sites in Arkansas, and the state has a long list of museums like The Mark Martin Museum, Eddie Mae Herron Center, Randolph County Heritage Museum and the Old Independence Regional Museum; these museums house and honor the rich and varied history of the state, thus giving a chance for viewers to understand the trials and tribulations of the people who dedicated their lives towards building our great nation. These museums prove a great source of knowledge for both adults and kids alike, and impart the knowledge in a fun and entertaining way.

Besides, if it’s entertainment you seek, you should try the many of Arkansas’ festivals and events that are a spring specialty; the festivities give you a sneak peek into the classic southern culture of the state that has been made richer by centuries of preservation and the fond nurturing care of the state’s residents.

Thanks to all these factors, Ozark is a much sought after destination and one would be well advised to check out the charming cottages and luxury cabins in Arkansas which give a bird’s eye view of the surrounding flora and fauna.

Over the years, Samual Castella has carved a niche for himself by writing well researched and in-depth pieces related to the Ozark Mountain Range, where he writes about the perfect Arkansas vacation.