# Event Details - **Event Name**: Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a trip from Fort Smith to the magical mountains of beautiful Mt. Ida, Arkansas and unearth your very own crystals.About this EventLooking for a magical day in the mountains?Join us in for a short road trip from Fort Smith to beautiful Mt. Ida, nestled in the Ouachita National Forest, and unearth your very own natural quartz crystals at the famous Crystal Vista trailhead – a former mine turned public treasure site!Hosted by crystal enthusiastsMadina The Artist https://www.instagram.com/madinatheartistand Denisha of Sacred Treasure https://www.instagram.com/sacred_treasurellcWHAT TO EXPECT:Scenic hike to the old crystal mine (0.8 mi, moderate)Free quartz crystal collecting – keep what you find!Bring your own tools (hand tools only)/ We will have extrasGreat outdoor fun – perfect for families, friends & rockhounds!WHEN & WHERE:Trip from Fort Smith to Crystal Vista Trailhead in Mt. IdaNo Permit Required10am - 12pm departure from Sacred Treasure Holistic Oasis, Fort Smith12pm - 4pm arrival and hike the trailhead and crystal digging4pm - 6pm departure from Crystal Vista back to Fort SmithMt Ida The Quartz Crystal Capital of the WorldMount Ida, located in Montgomery County, Arkansas, lies in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, a region famous for some of the clearest and highest-quality quartz crystals in the world.Geological OriginsThe quartz crystals of Mount Ida formed over 300 million years ago, during tectonic activity that compressed sandstone and shale deep in the Earth.Hot silica-rich fluids filled cracks in the rock and cooled slowly over time, allowing crystals to form undisturbed—some reaching several feet long.These formations are primarily found in the Crystal Mountain Sandstone Formation, stretching through western Arkansas.TIPS TO PREPARE:Bring gloves, digging tools, sunscreen, and waterWear sturdy shoes – trail has moderate inclinePack out all trash to keep our forest beautifulhttps://youtube.com/shorts/4dyZfDnGZz4?si=AOuhmqkA_rg4FhLlAgenda?: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMDeparture and 2 hr trip to Mt Ida?: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMHiking 0.8 miles to the mining site?: 12:30 PM - 03:30 PMCrystal digging to hearts desire?: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMHike back to the vehicle?: 04:30 PM - 06:30 PMRide back home - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-smith/lets-go-crystal-digging-from-fort-smith-to-mt-ida-arkansas/100001984184607574 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 71.21, max: 71.21, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Smith - **state**: AR - **country**: United States - **location**: Sacred Treasure Holistic Oasis, Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR, USA - **lat**: 35.3715293 - **long**: -94.394027 - **full address**: Sacred Treasure Holistic Oasis, Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR, USA, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/06d9c62cbdb7980cb40f468fe898667157350fbed2932d71847f04f35f970649-rimg-w1200-h1600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1772430482 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas being held? - **A:** Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas takes place on Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sacred Treasure Holistic Oasis, Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR, USA, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas? - **A:** Tickets for Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. Ida, Arkansas are priced at USD 71 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityRoad Trip and Crystal MiningUSD 71 + USD 6 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Let's go Crystal Digging from Fort Smith to Mt. 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