Things to See & DoThings to See & Do around Mount Ida Arkansas

Brady Mountain Resort & Marina

A trip to beautiful Lake Ouachita is not complete without coming to Brady Mountain Resort & Marina.  Our new renovations, and fun family atmosphere are a must for your vacation.  Whether you’re here for a day or a week, it’s sure to be enjoyed by all.  And, at the end of the day, don’t forget […]

Norman Area Public Library

Believed to be the smallest freestanding public library in the U.S.A.; features local books, pictures and newspapers; 1939 Works Project Administration structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places; 14×14 brick with Spanish tile roof and rock fence encloses the square.

Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines

Great place for the whole family, where everyone is welcome and guaranteed to find crystals. Wegner Crystal Ranch is 218 acres of nature’s beauty surrounded on four sides by the Ouachita Mountains. Spring water feeds our streams and ponds encouraging wildlife. The stone columns a tour gate are built with our quartz crystal. On this ranch […]

Heritage House Museum of Montgomery County

The Heritage House Museum of Montgomery County is a non-profit, local history museum dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Montgomery County and making that history available to the public through exhibits, outreach programs, and special demonstrations. The museum includes in its collection, items that originated in, were used in, or had an impact […]

Wind ‘n’ Wood Eclipse Camping

Wind 'n' Wood is a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals of all backgrounds and spiritual paths to come together and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the celestial world. Don’t miss the extraordinary Great American Eclipse 2024 in Arkansas! Immerse yourself in the heart of the path of totality on April 8, 2024. Stay overnight at our serene property with rustic camping options and dedicated parking, providing breathtaking sky views and minimal light pollution. Join us for a special ritual, prayers, and meditation session in the morning before the eclipse unfolds. Feel welcomed and embraced by our safe haven, accommodating Witches, Pagans, Earth-Centered Spiritualists, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Get ready to witness this extraordinary celestial event surrounded by nature’s majesty.

Real Earth Creations

Our rock shop is in the heart of “Crystal Country” in Mount Ida, Arkansas. We  specialize in quartz crystal and other minerals from the Mount Ida area and across Arkansas.  We also have a significant collection of rocks and minerals from across the Americas and around the globe, including petrified woods, fossils, agates and jaspers […]

Individual – Pat Smith, Local Author

Author of It’s All about the Food. Where the American Diet Went Wrong, Why That Matters to You, and What You Can Do about It. All profits from book sales benefit the Montgomery County Food Pantry.

Caddo-Womble Ranger District

The Caddo-Womble Ranger District consists of approximately 310,000 acres located in the Ouachita Mountains.  The district has very diverse natural resource and recreational programs.  Annually, there are  timber sales of 18 to 20 MMBF (million board feet), prescribed burns of 25,000 – 30,000 acres, diverse wildlife and fisheries programs, and a unique quartz minerals program. The district […]