Diamond Attraction Goes Flabby
The Arkansas State Parks Department wants $4 million to turn Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro -- the only place in America where you can hunt for diamonds -- into what they consider a "national tourist attraction." What, exactly, they mean is unclear, since C of D has been a national attraction since 1986, when Roadside America brought it to national attention. We suspect it has something to do with the larger visitors center and "water play area for children" that they want to build, although why you'd want your kids splashing in water when they could be out hunting for diamonds is beyond us.
[11/22/1998]Crater of Diamonds State Park
- Address:
- 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR
- Directions:
- Two miles southeast of Murfreesboro on Hwy 301. Bring an extra set of clothes and sunscreen; you'll get dirty and wet, and the crater has no shade.
- Hours:
- Summer daily 8-8, off-season 8-5 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 870-285-3113
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
