De Queen
Around De Queen
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Countryside and towns · Arkansas · 38k people
De Queen
Locals say Diamond Country · “The Timberlands”, “The Ouachitas”
Where diamonds sparkle in the pines.
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Welcome to Diamond Country, where the dirt sparkles and the folks are friendly. Whether you’re here to hunt for diamonds, float the Cossatot, or just enjoy a quiet small‑town life, you’ll find a warm welcome.
Clubs for De Queen
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The room
One room for everyone around De Queen. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around De Queen. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Crater of Diamonds State Park Only diamond mine open to the public; you keep what you find.
- Ouachita National Forest Miles of trails, campsites, and scenic drives.
- Cossatot River Wild and scenic river with Class III–IV rapids.
- Daisy State Park On Lake Greeson; camping, fishing, and swimming.
- Lake Greeson Reservoir popular for boating, fishing, and water sports.
- Outdoors Hunt for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds
- Outdoors Kayak the Cossatot River
- With kids Diamond hunting at Crater of Diamonds
- With kids Picnicking at Daisy State Park
- Evenings Small-town bars and taverns
- Evenings Country music jams
- Locals love Hunting and fishing camps
- Locals love Small-town diners
Through the year
- Sevier County Fair September Livestock, carnival rides, and local produce in De Queen.
- Howard County Fair August Family fun with exhibits and entertainment in Nashville.
- Pike County Fair July Classic county fair in Murfreesboro with rodeo events.
- Diamond Festival October Celebrates the diamond mining heritage with food and crafts in Murfreesboro.
- Cossatot River Race Spring Paddling race on the Cossatot for experienced kayakers.
Humid subtropical climate – hot, humid summers and mild winters. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are ideal – mild temps and low humidity.
Talk like a local
- “holler”
- A small valley or hollow
- “crick”
- A creek
- “diamond digging”
- The act of searching for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds
Getaways
- Kiamichi Country Outdoor recreation in Oklahoma’s mountains
- Mena Talimena Scenic Drive and Queen Wilhelmina State Park
- Texarkana Shopping, dining, and the twin‑city vibe
- Hot Springs Historic bathhouses and Oaklawn racing
Local flavour
Rooting for Arkansas Razorbacks (college football, basketball)
Eat and drink
- Fried catfish A staple from the Cossatot and Little Missouri rivers
- Pulled pork barbecue Slow-smoked Southern tradition
- Chicken fried steak Comfort food at small-town diners
- Tamales and tacos Mexican influence from the poultry industry in De Queen
- Chocolate gravy A Southern breakfast treat, often served over biscuits
Where people go
- Crater of Diamonds State Park The only public diamond mine in the world
- Ouachita National Forest Pine-covered hills and hiking trails
- Cossatot River Clear water for fishing and canoeing
- Small-town diners Where locals gather over coffee and pie
- Hunting and fishing camps Deer season and catfish nights
- Church potlucks Community meals that bring everyone together
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Nearby
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Sevier, Howard and Pike counties, AR. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.