Arkansas is probably not the first state many tourists consider for their vacations. Although some wiser travelers prefer the quintessential, crowd-free nature escapes offered in the Ozarks, including remote White Rock Mountain, the state has a lot more to offer as well. One unsung option is the pleasant Arkansas town of Siloam Springs, nestled along the border with Oklahoma. This quaint destination of just under 20,000 residents was once ranked by Smithsonian magazine in 2012 as one of America’s best small cities, and is an excellent off-the-beaten path destination with a lively downtown, spacious parks, and great access to nearby nature.