Crater of Diamonds State Park
Fee required
Parking available
Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, is the only place in the world where the public can search for real diamonds in their original volcanic source and keep what they find.

📜 Public diamond mine and state park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas.
🔍 Search a 37-acre plowed field for diamonds and other gems, keep what you find.

Why Go

💎 Unique diamond hunting experience where you keep what you find.
🗺️ Explore a historic volcanic crater and unique geological site.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly activities, including a seasonal water park.
⛏️ Rent tools and learn search techniques.
🐾 Pet-friendly (except gift shop/water park).

Why Avoid

🚫 Battery-operated or motor-driven mining tools not allowed in search area.
⚠️ Search area can be muddy when wet, hot in summer.
💦 Water park closed Mondays/Tuesdays and seasonally.

Tips

☀️ Bring a hat and sunscreen in summer.
🥾 Wear old shoes or boots if the search area is wet.
⛏️ Bring your own tools or rent them at the park.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children under 6 enter diamond search area for free.

Cost

💰 Diamond Search Area: Adults (13+) $15, Child (6-12) $7, under 6 free. Diamond Springs Water Park: 42in+ $12, under 42in $10, Chaperone $3. Tool rentals extra.

Hours

🕒 Park facilities: Daily 8 a.m.

  • 5 p.m. Diamond search: Daily 8 a.m.
  • 4 p.m. Water park: Seasonal Memorial Day-Labor Day 11 a.m.
  • 4 p.m., closed Mon/Tue. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day. Campground/Picnic Area: Open all year.

🅿️ Parking Available on-site.

🚻 Toilets Available at visitor center and water park.

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