Arkansas State Parks Near Mena

Queen Wilhelmina State Park is one of Arkansas’s highest-elevation parks, centered around the historic Queen Wilhelmina Lodge on Rich Mountain. The park is a favorite for scenic overlooks, mountain hiking, camping, and relaxing stays with expansive views of the Ouachita National Forest.

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area features the wild Cossatot River, a premier destination for experienced paddlers and anglers. The park also offers picnic areas, interpretive opportunities, and access to diverse habitats in the Ouachita Mountains foothills.

DeGray Lake Resort State Park is Arkansas’s only resort state park, centered around a large clear-water lake and a full-service lodge. It combines outdoor recreation with comfortable amenities, including a marina, golf course, beaches, and meeting facilities.

Millwood State Park sits along the fertile wetlands of Millwood Lake, one of Arkansas’s best-known fishing destinations. Visitors come for bass fishing, paddling, camping, and spotting eagles, herons, and other wildlife in a quiet natural setting.