Mount Magazine State Park
Paris, AR
The highest point in Arkansas (839 m), with a short trail to Signal Hill, hang-gliding cliffs and wide views over the Petit Jean River valley. It is reached on the Mount Magazine Scenic Byway, AR-309.
Mount Magazine State Park lies near Paris, Arkansas, and includes the state's highest point at 2,753 feet (about 839 m). Trails run around the summit, and the views stretch across the Arkansas River Valley. The park address is 16878 AR-309; Lonely Planet also points to the Mt Magazine Scenic Byway, which runs through the park and is worth driving even without a stop.
The park lists eleven trails, including the Signal Hill Trail, and mentions mountain biking, horseback riding and backpacking. It has hang gliding launch areas (according to the park, one of only two state parks with this option) and is described as the most dramatic place in the state park system for technical rock climbing.
For overnight stays there are the Lodge at Mount Magazine with 60 rooms and the Skycrest restaurant (daily 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.), 13 cabins and 18 campsites. The nearest larger town is Paris, about 17 miles away.
- Nearest town
- Paris, AR
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 35.1672, -93.6446
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
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All campsites in Arkansas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Mount Magazine State Park?
Mount Magazine State Park is in Paris, AR, at GPS 35.1672, -93.6446. It is about 30 mi from Russellville.
Can you camp near Mount Magazine State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Cameron Bluff Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 18 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Mount Magazine State Park?
Mount Magazine State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Arkansas River Valley: Petit Jean, Mount Nebo and Mount Magazine and Bluffs, elk and hot springs – by camper through the Ozarks and Ouachitas of Arkansas.
What is there to see near Mount Magazine State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mount Nebo State Park (23 mi), Petit Jean State Park (40 mi), Lake Ouachita State Park (46 mi) and Fort Smith National Historic Site (47 mi).
When is the best time to visit Mount Magazine State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)