This Valentine’s Day, bring your little digger to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, a featured attraction in the latest edition of our book, Ruff Guide to the United States. Be prepared to get messy as you dig for diamonds, minerals and other gemstones in a 37-acre field on the site of an ancient volcanic crater. The largest diamond ever unearthed in the U.S. was discovered here, and more than 33,000 have been found since the park opened in 1972. The park has a unique ‘finders, keepers’ policy, so any diamond or gem Fido sniffs out is his to keep. When you get tired of digging, explore the walking trails together and enjoy a packed lunch in one of the picnic spots.
After Fido has bagged the jewels for his new diamond-studded collar, retreat to the Codex Cabin at Parker Creek Bend Cabins. Your pup will feel right at home with the Beagle-themed decor, covered deck, and fire pit.