Ozark Foundation Takes Over Rural Recreational Roads Program, Expands Event Portfolio
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Ozark Foundation will take the lead in managing Arkansas’ Rural Recreational Roads program following its acquisition from Runway Group, the organizations announced Tuesday. The move positions […]
Outback in the Ozarks Returns: A Six-Year Hiatus Ends with the 2025 Race
The iconic Outback in the Ozarks relay race is returning after a six-year break, reigniting the spirit of adventure and endurance in Arkansas’ beautiful Ozark Mountains. The race, set for […]
Corps of Engineers to Host Public Meeting on Blue Mountain Lake Drawdown Proposal
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will host a public meeting later this month to present and discuss a proposed two-phase drawdown of Blue Mountain Lake in west-central Arkansas, […]
Beat the Heat: Tips for Staying Safe While Recreating Outdoors in Arkansas’s Hottest Month
As August temperatures soar in Arkansas, outdoor enthusiasts don’t have to give up their favorite trails and natural escapes. By taking a few precautions, it’s possible to enjoy outdoor recreation […]
Arkansas’s Great Outdoors Is Big Business: New Reports Show $10.3 Billion Visitor Impact and Thousands of Jobs
Outdoor recreation in Arkansas isn’t just about hiking trails, floating rivers, or riding bikes; it’s a major force in the state’s economy. According to new data released by the Arkansas […]
Explore Arkansas This Fall With New USGS Recreational Topo Maps
New mapping technology makes it easier to plan hikes, backpacking trips, and backcountry adventures As cooler temperatures and changing leaves will soon invite hikers and backpackers back to Arkansas’s trails, […]
Tips for Sharing the Arkansas River Trail and Bridges
The Arkansas River Trail is one of the greatest gems in Central Arkansas. Winding through parks, along the river, and over some truly iconic bridges like the Big Dam Bridge, […]
Delta Heritage Trail Expansion Aims to Boost East Arkansas Communities Through Outdoor Recreation and Economic Growth
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — As part of its Trail Nation Spotlight series, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) hosted a webinar this month focusing on the Delta Heritage Trail in East Arkansas, […]
Prairie Grove Couple Killed at Devil’s Den State Park: Police Investigate Double Homicide
A married couple from Prairie Grove, Arkansas, was killed Saturday, July 26, 2025, while hiking with their two young daughters at Devil’s Den State Park in Washington County. The Arkansas […]
Arkansas State Parks Update: Summer 2025 Trail and Facility Developments
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (ADPHT) is making steady progress on several major projects across the state’s park system. From long-anticipated trail completions […]