Delta Heritage Trail Nears Completion as Final Bridge Project Brings Full 84.5-Mile Route Within Reach
After decades of planning, construction, and partnership building, Arkansas is finally within sight of completing one of its most ambitious outdoor recreation projects. The Delta Heritage Trail State Park is […]
Southwest Trail Ribbon Cutting Rescheduled for June 17 in Saline County
The ribbon cutting ceremony for Saline County’s first completed segment of the Southwest Trail has been rescheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. County officials will celebrate the […]
BOLT Act Recognition Could Put the Ouachita Trail in the National Mountain Biking Spotlight
Arkansas mountain bikers have long known that the Ouachita Mountains offer some of the most rugged and rewarding backcountry riding in the South. Now, a federal outdoor recreation law could […]
Discovery Trail Returns, Wild Cave Still on Hold: An Update on Blanchard Springs Recreation Area
The 2026 season at Blanchard Springs Caverns and Recreation Area is well underway, and there’s good news for fans of one of Arkansas’s most spectacular underground destinations. Arkansas Outside recently […]
First Look: The New U.S. Forest Service and Grasslands App
The U.S. Forest Service has launched its new National Forests and Grasslands mobile app, now available for both iOS and Android devices. The app is designed to serve as a […]
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 […]
How to Enjoy Dispersed Camping in Arkansas’s National Forests
Dispersed camping in Arkansas offers a serene escape into nature, free from the amenities of developed campgrounds. Both the Ozark-St. Francis and Ouachita National Forests permit this form of primitive […]
Volunteer Opportunities Help Build and Maintain Central Arkansas Trails
Outdoor recreation in Arkansas continues to grow, but the trails, parks, and green spaces people enjoy every weekend do not maintain themselves. Behind many of the state’s best outdoor destinations […]
Southwest Trail Ribbon Cutting Postponed Due to Weather
The ribbon-cutting ceremony for Saline County’s first completed segment of the Southwest Trail has been postponed due to forecasted inclement weather. The event was originally scheduled for Friday, May 29, […]
Proposed Fee Increases Could Change the Cost of Camping at Shady Lake Recreation Area
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public comment on proposed recreation fee increases across the Ouachita National Forest, including changes that would affect visitors to the popular Shady Lake Recreation […]