Jenny Harnish , The Register-Herald e most photographed scenes in the state .
Jenny Harnish , The Register-Herald
Saddle up . Riding student Clare Drennen rides in a field at Diamond Ranch in Danese . Diamond Ranch is a family owned horse farm about a 15-minute drive from Babcock State Park , offering lessons and rides starting at 5 years of age and up . They house 16 horses trained to accommodate beginner to advanced , including special needs and horse therapy riding . They also board , break and train horses . Diamond Ranch offers trail rides for 1-2 people on appointment and also host birthday parties and private events with pony rides .
Jenny Harnish , The Register-Herald
Out on the lake . Mike Brosnan and his son Shane Brosnan bring a rental boat back to dock after paddling on Boley Lake . Boating is welcome at Babcock State Park , but proper license and stamps are required . Paddleboats , rowboats and canoes are available for rent at the Boley Lake Marina , between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day . Motors must be electric , and no boat launch area is available .
Jenny Harnish , The Register-Herald
House specialty . If you are looking to wet your whistle with a perfect summertime concoction , try the hand-crafted margaritas at Don Rizo Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Fayetteville . They come in different flavors and colors . Oh so good . Matthew Stafford is the mixologist .
DESTINATIONS � JUNE ’ 24 � 23