Fort Smith, Arkansas Travel Guide

Located on the Arkansas River, Fort Smith is a family-friendly city known for its history and culture.

Things to Do in Fort Smith, Arkansas

Top attractions include the Fort Smith National Historic Site, Parrot Island Water Park, golf and mountain biking at Ben Geren Regional Park, and Fort Smith Trolley Museum, as well as Miss Laura's, a visitor center housed in an 1896 brothel, and Clayton House, an Italian-style mansion.

Best Time to Visit Fort Smith, Arkansas

Fort Smith is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit is during the warm, sometimes rainy spring, from March to May, as well as September through November.