Area Information

Dig your very own all natural quartz crystals right from the actual earth of the mine! No tailings piles! We show you how! You WILL find crystals! And experience the UnXplained Tours! What is the cause of the continuing strange lights and phenomena happening at the Crystal Mine?

This park-natural area extends for 12 miles along the National Wild and Scenic Cossatot River. The river forms Cossatot Falls, a rocky canyon with Class IV rapids for experienced kayakers and canoeists when local rainfall increases the watershed. Brushy Creek Recreation Area offers picnic sites, restrooms, and river access. Tent sites (no hookups) are located at the Cossatot Falls Area (six sites), Sandbar Area (15 sites), and Ed Banks Area (two sites).

Lum and Abner Museum and gift shop housed in historic buildings in Pine Ridge, AR. Pine Ridge is famous as the basis for the Lum and Abner radio programs.

Mena Art Gallery is located in the small town of Mena, Arkansas, in the Ouachita Mountains. We support individual and community involvement in the creative arts.

Restored historic Kansas City Southern depot located in downtown Mena, AR; serves as a museum of local history, including a room dedicated to Arkansas natives Lum n’ Abner; the Ouachitas series paintings by local renowned artist Monta Black Philpot which one hung in the national rotunda; and a restored 1939 Dodge police car; free tours available.

We are the performing arts organization in the town of Mena, Polk County, in the Western Frontier of Arkansas. OLT encourages the development and showcasing of local talent in children and adults and provides the venue for their talent to be spotlighted in its theater at 610 Mena Street in downtown Mena.

Located atop Rich Mountain, Arkansas’s second highest peak, Queen Wilhelmina offers some of the most breathtaking views in the state from the fully renovated lodge. Travel the Talimena National Scenic Byway to this park and its lofty setting. This site is as rich in history as it is in scenery. The original lodge was built in the late 1800s as a Victorian resort named Wilhelmina Inn to honor the young Queen of the Netherlands. Two inns followed the original “Castle in the Sky.” The latest inn is today’s park lodge, the crowning attraction at Queen Wilhelmina State Park.

Come explore the Talimena Scenic Drive as it stretches across the very top of the Ouachita Mountains in Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas. The Byway offers 54 miles of spectacular views and incredible scenery.

Zipline canopy tour located on a historic farm outside of Mena, Arkansas in the beautiful Ouachita Mountains. We’re autism friendly, hence the name “Blue”.

Featuring high mountain vistas, the trail leads the rider through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. The trail continues through a forest of large pines and hardwoods before passing the unique 2-footed oak tree and an abandoned mine shaft. The trail loops are connected to accommodate riders who want to vary the length of their trips.

Centrally located, we are just a mile from shopping, antiquing, live theatre and dining in downtown Mena. When you are ready to leave the city sounds behind you, relax on our beautifully landscaped property. Don’t forget to see the ABears Den’s Review Page. Visit us and see what sets us apart.

Visit your local Baskin-Robbins at 901 Highway 71 N in Mena, AR to discover your next favorite flavor of ice cream, frozen beverages, cakes, and more!

We are a family owned and operated barbecue truck. We take personal pride in making great fresh barbecue and having friendly service.

A fantastic local alternative to Taco Bell. Mexican fast food. Tacos, burritos, platters, fajitas, and even desserts. The food is a must try and the service is fast and friendly.

We have our freshly cut meat on display with the option to choose your own steak, a warm and inviting atmoshere, perfect for a drink after work or dinner with friends and family.  Also enjoy the owners artwork  by William Rainey on display in our beautiful real log cabin.

Authentic Mexican street tacos and tamales made fresh daily. Come taste our Authentic Flavor.

Fully Baked Cakery is a small home ran bakery operated by Ashley and Jason Simms in Mena, Arkansas. We specialize in custom cakes but offer various baked goods in addition. Give us a call for a personalized quote.

La Villa is a family owned restaurant that strives to provide your family and friends with a delightful eating experience. Thank you for making us your choice for authentic Mexican food.

Welcome to Little Italy II in Mena! Serving authentic Italian recipes. Owned and operated by the same family of Ari’s Little Italy in Glenwood, an Arkansas favorite since 2007. Homemade pastas and pizzas, soups, chicken, steaks, veal, seafood and more. Offering new specials nightly. Party room available by reservation.

This restaurant is a very cute 50’s style, old school, drive in that plays old school music & only accepts cash. They have a all America menu with mostly burgers, sandwiches, fries, homemade onion rings, ice cream, shakes etc.,

A favorite in the town. Buffet or menu. 8 food bars, all full of great, tasty, flavorful foods. Fried shrimp, boiled shrimp, shrimp vegetable dish, soups, appetizers, fresh vegetables, lo mein,rice noodles, dumplings, fried fish, crab salad, fruit, cookies, cakes and ice cream.

A Mena tradition since 1922. Breakfast and lunch served all day, menu features home-style cooking including burgers, chili and daily lunch plate specials.

The Ouachitas has grown into a favorite destination for patrons seeking coffee, food, beer, and even the occasional family event.