Parks
35 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Osage Park0.7 mi from downtown
- Creekside Park0.9 mi from downtown
- Orchards Park2.6 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Bentonville
5 kinds of free outings in and around Bentonville.
Good days out in Bentonville don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Bentonville Public Library405 South Main Street
Historic places
37 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Bentonville Confederate Monument
- Benton County CourthouseBuilt 1928
- Benton County Jail
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Prairie Creek (Ar)10 mi east
- Hickory Creek Park (AR)13 mi southeast
- Horseshoe Bend (Beaver Lake)13 mi east
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Pea Ridge National Military Park13 mi northeast
- Rocky Branch Campground17 mi east
- Lake Wedington20 mi southwest
Around town
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What are free things to do in Bentonville?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Bentonville this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.