Area Attractions in Mt. Ida and Hot Springs, Arkansas

Whether you're looking for a mid-morning visit to Garvan Woodland Gardens, an afternoon cruise on one of the original paddlewheel boats of Lake Hamilton, or an afternoon dig in one of Montgomery County's famous crystal mines, you'll agree that there's something for everyone in the area surrounding Mountain Harbor Resort and spa.

Nestled in the quiet coves and forested shorelines of the wilderness beauty of Lake Ouachita, Mountain Harbor Resort and Spa is your launching pad for fun and activities in the Hot Springs, Arkansas area. The resort and spa lie on the southern shore of the lake, a scenic 30 minute drive from Hot Springs National Park. Take in the historic bathhouse row, a great music show, or how about the exciting Magic Springs and Crystal Falls theme park or the fabulous Garvan Woodland Gardens! See Hot Springs, Arkansas from a new viewpoint - the top of a three-story paddlewheel boat, the Belle of Hot Springs - dinner included. Finally - you may also consider the Mid-America Science Museum for a day of family fun for all ages, also just down the road in Hot Springs.

Just 12 miles down the road, the rustic town of Mt. Ida offers shopping, antiques and there's even a concert in the town square every Saturday night through most of the year (weather permitting). Dig for crystals in one of the county's famous crystal mines - Montgomery County is world famous for our beautiful crystals.

More Crystal Mines:
Fiddler's Ridge Rock Shop & Crystal Mines
StarFire Quartz Crystal Mines
Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines
Atlantis Found

Other Area Attractions:
Oaklawn Jockey Club
William J. Clinton Presidential Library & Museum