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Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central Arkansas Nearly 20 years after Pulaski County adopted the plan that helped guide development of

Beat the Heat in Arkansas: Summer Outdoor Safety Tips and Cool Places to Escape the Heat
Summer in Arkansas brings long days, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities to hike, paddle, ride,
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Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central Arkansas Nearly 20 years after Pulaski County adopted the plan that helped guide development of the Arkansas River Trail and dozens of bicycle and pedestrian improvements across Central Arkansas, county leaders are updating their vision for the future. Pulaski County, working with planning and engineering firm Crafton Tull, has launched an update to its countywide Trails Master Plan, a blueprint that will identify future trail corridors, close gaps in the existing network, and better connect neighborhoods, parks, schools, business districts, and outdoor recreation destinations throughout

Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central Arkansas Nearly 20 years after Pulaski County adopted the plan that helped guide development of the Arkansas River Trail and dozens of bicycle and pedestrian improvements across Central Arkansas, county leaders are updating their vision for the future. Pulaski County, working with planning and engineering firm Crafton Tull, has launched an update to its countywide Trails Master Plan, a blueprint that will identify future trail corridors, close gaps in the existing network, and better connect neighborhoods, parks, schools, business districts, and outdoor recreation destinations throughout

Beat the Heat in Arkansas: Summer Outdoor Safety Tips and Cool Places to Escape the Heat
Summer in Arkansas brings long days, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities to hike, paddle, ride, camp, and explore. It also brings high temperatures and humidity that can quickly turn an

Remmel Dam Recreational Releases Resume Just in Time for the Fourth of July
After weeks of suspended flows during one of the region’s driest stretches in recent memory, paddlers and tubers finally have something to celebrate heading into the holiday weekend: recreational water

Beat the Heat in Arkansas: Summer Outdoor Safety Tips and Cool Places to Escape the Heat
Summer in Arkansas brings long days, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities to hike, paddle, ride, camp, and explore. It also brings high temperatures and humidity that can quickly turn an

Remmel Dam Recreational Releases Resume Just in Time for the Fourth of July
After weeks of suspended flows during one of the region’s driest stretches in recent memory, paddlers and tubers finally have something to celebrate heading into the holiday weekend: recreational water
Climbing

Forest Service Proposes First National Climbing Policy for Federal Lands
For decades, rock climbing on federal lands has been managed through a patchwork of local plans, forest-specific guidance, and agency interpretations of existing laws. Now, the U.S. Forest Service is

5th Annual Arkansas Climbers Festival Returns to Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in 2026
The 5th Annual Arkansas Climbers Festival returns to Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Jasper from Friday, March 27, through Sunday, March 29, 2026. This three-day celebration of climbing culture brings together

New Climbing Area at Petit Jean State Park
Petit Jean State Park in Arkansas is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich history. Now, this beloved park is adding a new chapter to its legacy: rock climbing. For
Hiking & Backpacking

How to Protect Your Dog from Summer Heat on Outdoor Adventures in Arkansas
With another scorching Arkansas summer underway, the trails, rivers, and parks of the Natural State are calling. If you are bringing your dog along, a little preparation goes a long

Get Out There: Enjoying Arkansas Summers Without the Itch
Arkansas is a paradise for outdoor lovers in the summer. From the misty peaks of the Ozark Mountains to the forests of the Ouachita National Forest, from the clear waters

Bear Aware in Arkansas: How to Avoid Bear Encounters While Hiking and Camping in Bear Country
Arkansas earned the nickname The Bear State long before it became known as The Natural State, and today that nickname once again fits. After black bears were nearly wiped out
Paddling

Remmel Dam Recreational Releases Resume Just in Time for the Fourth of July
After weeks of suspended flows during one of the region’s driest stretches in recent memory, paddlers and tubers finally have something to celebrate heading into the holiday weekend: recreational water

Your Complete Guide to Planning a Day of Paddling on the Buffalo National River
Everything you need to know before launching on America’s first national river. The Buffalo National River winds through the heart of the Arkansas Ozarks, flowing freely for 151 miles past

Drought Conditions Postpone Recreational Water Releases Below Remmel Dam
Paddlers hoping to catch scheduled whitewater and recreational releases on the Ouachita River this summer may have to wait for wetter conditions. Entergy Arkansas announced that full-generation recreational flows from





















