The Parkin Archaeological State Park was established to protect and showcase a remarkable 17-acre site which was occupied for over five hundred years by Native Americans as far back as AD 1000. The site provides essential insight into the history and culture of Arkansas and makes for an interesting family day out. It would be best to start your tour at the Visitor’s Center where you can watch a twelve-minute orientation video before setting off on the three-quarter mile Village Trail to see what remains of this fascinating civilization. You can look forward to viewing the Parkin Mound, thought to have been the site of the chief’s home, and parts of the surrounding moat. There are restrooms and a picnic area and a boat ramp to the Francis River.

Parkin Archaeological State Park, 60 Highway 184 N, Parkin, AR 72373, Phone: 870-755-2500

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