Janssen Park Place
Mena Vacations
                                  511 9th Street
Mena, Arkansas 71953
479-394-1880
If you are visiting for one night or looking for a home base for a "Western Arkansas" experience, Janssen Park Place is the place to be.  Here are some ideas.
Day 1 
Start with one of our delicious  breakfasts.

Visit the U.S. Forest Service's  visitor center and tour the 100 year old orchard that is now a nature walk.

Next drive the nationally recognized Talimena Scenic Highway.

Finish your day at one of Mena's locally owned restaurants.  Ask us about our favorite.



Day 2
Start with one of our delicious  breakfasts.

Take a picnic lunch and hike Earthquake Ridge, a well marked trail with beautiful flora and fauna.

Have a massage in your room or at one of the Day Spas.  You'll love the prices.

How about an authentic Chicago style pizza?  Yes Mena has it.






Day 3
Start with one of our delicious breakfasts.

Drive north through the beautiful Ouachita mountains and valley's to Arkansas' Wine Country.  Spend a day visiting wineries.  You will be pleasantly surprised.

End your trip by sitting  on Janssen Park Place's wrap around porch drinking our famous Texas Twister Tea.




Day 4
Start with one of our delicious  breakfasts.

Cruise through Mena's turn of the century train depot.  It is now a museum. Visit our antique shops and a unique Cowboy and Indian store.

Now take a short drive and a friendly outfitter will put you and your canoe in the Ouachita River for a relaxing float.  Keep an eye out for eagles.





Day 5
Start with one of our delicious breakfasts.

Drive along the Ouachita River Valley  to Hot Springs. Visit the Bath Houses and stop for your favorite beverage at the historic and majestic Arlington Hotel.  Catch a tour on one of the duck boats or visit  the world famous Garvan Woodland Gardens for all sorts of botanical delights.

Wind down, relax and get ready to go home to plan your next trip to Mena, your gateway to "Western Arkansas.