Category: ArkLaTex

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The ArkLaTex is an area that includes southwest Arkansas, northwest Louisiana, east Texas and sometimes southeast Oklahoma. Texarkana is at the heart of this region and right in the middle of the ArkLaTex.

  • ArkLaTex Guide to the best rivers and lakes around Texarkana.

    This ArkLaTex guide to the best rivers and lakes around Texarkana will show you how to enjoy all that the region has to offer. Texarkana lies at the center of the four states region, where Texas and Arkansas come together and Louisiana and Oklahoma are nearby. From swimming, to paddle sports, to boating and fishing, you’ll find a spot for every type of outdoor, aquatic based adventure. This post is…

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  • Waterfalls near Texarkana.

    While southwest Arkansas and east Texas aren’t exactly known for waterfalls, there are still plenty of beautiful ones within a short drive. There are at least 7 waterfalls near Texarkana, all within a three hour drive or less. Some of these falls are harder to get to and some will require some hiking. These make great day trips and outdoor adventure excursions. They’re all within 2 hours of Texarkana. Please…

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  • Adventurous Ways to See the Total Eclipse in the ArkLaTex.

    The celestial event of the decade is coming because of total eclipse in the ArkLaTex and some areas will experience total darkness. The line of totality moves from east Texas, across into southwest Arkansas and includes some of southeastern Oklahoma. There are lots of ways to enjoy the total eclipse in the ArkLaTex and here are five adventurous ways to enjoy this rare event. Don’t forget about the Solarbration event…

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  • Texarkana Spring Break Guide

    It’s spring break season and it’s time to get out and enjoy the great weather! There are so many ways to enjoy a Texarkana spring break. whether you’re staying in town or exploring the ArkLaTex. I’ve put together a five day itinerary for you to have the best spring break with your family. Each day focuses on something a little different. One day is devoted to just a Texarkana spring…

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  • Best Garden Centers in Texarkana.

    Spring is coming and it’s time to start planning your gardening and landscaping. Gardening is one of my favorite hobbies and it has been fun to learn how to garden in zone 8A. To help with your planning, here are the best garden centers in Texarkana. Whether you’re looking for perennials, annuals, flowers, trees or shrubs, these garden centers have it all. We love one of them so much, we…

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