El Dorado became a boomtown in the early 1920s with the discovery of oil. Today timber, poultry and chemical manufacturing, as well as oil, comprise the town's economy.
The Rainey-Newton House was built in 1850, making it one of the oldest buildings in El Dorado. Matthew Rainey deeded 160 acres of land to the county and kept four acres for himself. The simple design and decor is representative of the lifestyle prevalent in frontier Arkansas. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
South Arkansas Arboretum is a 13 acre garden featuring native plants of the Gulf Coastal Plain as well as exotic species such as azaleas and camellias. The Arboretum is operated by the South Arkansas Community College.
(In Felsenthat National Wildlife Refuge, Arkansas)
The Crossland Zoo is home to more than 50 different types of animals and reptiles. The zoo also offers educational programs and walking or biking trails. A section of the Crossland Zoo is set up for visitors to pet hand-tamed animals.
Felsenthat National Wildlife Refuge covers 65,000 acres and offers trails, fishing, wildlife observation, photography, and camping. Felsenthal is the world's largest green-tree reservoir.
Address: Felsenthat National Wildlife Refuge, 5531 US Highway 82 West, Crossett, AR 71635, United States
Phone: 1 (870) 364-3167, Fax: 1 (870) 364-3757
Monticello is located on the banks of the Saline River near Seven Devils Swamp and offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.
Address: Monticello/Drew County Chamber of Commerce, 335 East Gaines, Monticello, AR 71655, United States
Phone: 1 (870) 367-6741, Fax: 1 (870) 367-0050
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