Mountain Bike Racing Returns to Fayetteville at 2026 Walmart U.S. Pro Cup

Elite mountain bike racing is coming back to Fayetteville this week as the Walmart U.S. Pro Cup presented by Honey Stinger opens the 2026 U.S. XC Open Series at Centennial […]
Top 5 Adventure Towns in Arkansas

Arkansas has quietly become one of the most dynamic outdoor destinations in the United States. Whether you ride, paddle, hike, or want to spend a day in stunning scenery, the […]
Elite Eight Showdown Begins in the 2026 Arkansas Mountain Bike March Madness Bracket

The trail systems have been narrowed down, the votes have been counted, and the competition is heating up. The Elite Eight round of the 2026 Arkansas Mountain Bike March Madness […]
Backpacking the Eagle Rock Loop: Days Two and Three on the Athens-Big Fork Trail (Part 2)

We slept well our first night on Saline Creek, which meant getting moving in the morning took a little longer than planned. It is actually easier to break camp fast […]
Arkansas Launches “Guide ARK” Network to Connect Outdoor Adventurers With Professional Guides

Arkansas is taking another step to strengthen its outdoor recreation economy with the launch of Guide ARK, a new statewide network designed to connect visitors with verified outdoor guides across […]
Backpacking the Eagle Rock Loop: Spring Break on the Little Missouri Trail (Part 1)

We lost count of stream crossings somewhere around 15 to 20 before noon on the first day. The sandals got a lot of use. It was a great three-day, two-night […]
7 Favorite Day Hiking Trails in Arkansas

Updated March 2026 — Arkansas earns its nickname. The Natural State is home to some of the most rewarding day hikes in the entire mid-South, from canyon-carved hollows in the […]
Buffalo National River Seeks Public Input on New River Management Plan

The National Park Service is asking the public to help shape the future of one of Arkansas’s most treasured outdoor destinations. Officials at Buffalo National River have launched the development […]
Hiking Whitaker Point Arkansas: How to Show Off the Natural State to a Seasoned Outdoorsman

When an old friend visits Arkansas, the kind of friend you have known since childhood and shared trails with across Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, and the Appalachians, including the Smoky Mountains […]
Round Two Begins in the 2026 Arkansas March Mountain Bike Madness Bracket

The first round of voting in the 2026 Arkansas March Mountain Bike Madness bracket delivered exactly what we expected: strong opinions, spirited debate, and plenty of hometown pride. Now the […]



