Things To Do
Board Camp Crystal Mine
"Board Camp Crystal Mine is a day-use camp with an actual native, untapped crystal mine and public dig site. The surface is scattered with sparkly quartz crystals of various sizes and shapes! Anyone can find crystals to take home with them!"
Southwest Artists Gallery
"The Mena Art Gallery is a 501(c)(3) non-profit art gallery, located in downtown Mena, Arkansas. Under the umbrella of Southwest Artists Inc., we promote an enthusiastic pursuit of art, encourage individuality and freedom of expression, provide members with opportunities to obtain public recognition, and advance to the community the knowledge, appreciation, and practice of the arts."
Shady Lake
"Shady Lake is a scenic 25-acre lake in a remote mountain setting. The Civilian Conservation Corps developed the Shady Lake Recreation Area in 1937. The Shady Lake Trail traverses Saline Creek, passes the historic Shady Lake Dam, and continues along the eastern edge of the campground. The trail is ideal for day hiking and peaceful swims. Mountain bikers may also use the trail." DIRECTIONS TO LAKE: Take Arkansas Hwy. 84 west of Glenwood, AR; turn northwest on Arkansas Hwy. 246 at Athens, AR; turn right (north) at sign, drive 3 miles on Forest Service Road 38.