Outdoor Activities in Arkansas That Honor the True Meaning of Memorial Day

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, but more importantly, it’s a solemn day of remembrance for those who gave their lives in service to our country. While many […]
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch Unveils E-Mountain Bike Trails, Joins OZ Trails Network

JASPER, Ark. – May 23, 2025 – Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, a renowned rock climbing destination in Arkansas, today announced the official opening of an extensive e-mountain bike trail network and […]
Hot Springs Bathtub Races: Nine New Teams Join June 7 Event

HOT SPRINGS, AR — One of Arkansas’ most whimsical traditions returns to downtown Hot Springs on Saturday, June 7, as the 19th annual Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the […]
Hit the Dirt: Northwest Arkansas’ Best Short Hikes (5-10 Miles)

Lace up your boots and explore the natural beauty of Northwest Arkansas. The region, renowned for its rugged Ozark Mountain terrain, offers a wealth of hiking trails perfect for a […]
Race the Base Trail Run Returns With a New Twist and a Familiar Challenge

One of Central Arkansas’s most beloved fall trail races is returning with a new producer, a Halloween twist, and the same gritty spirit that has defined it for over a […]
A Crag of Our Own: Urban Climbing Comes to Life at Big Rock Quarry

Tucked beside the Arkansas River and above the bike lanes of the North Little Rock section of the Arkansas River Trail, a new vertical adventure is drawing climbers to one […]
Southwest Trail Breaks Ground in Saline County

SHANNON HILLS, Ark. – May 15, 2025 — After more than a decade of planning, local and regional leaders gathered Wednesday morning to break ground on a new section of […]
Ed Hawkins: Quiet Trailblazer of the Ouachita Mountains

In the rugged hills of the Ouachita Mountains, where trails twist through oak forests and wind over rocky ridges, mountain bikers ride today thanks in part to the quiet dedication […]
Northwest Arkansas Schools Lead Conservation Project at Bob Kidd Lake

PRAIRIE GROVE, Ark. — Students from seven Northwest Arkansas schools have partnered with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) and the Northwest Arkansas Fish Habitat Alliance to restore native […]
When the Trail Bites Back: Outdoor Mishaps and How to Handle Them

Spending time outdoors in Arkansas is one of life’s greatest pleasures—until things don’t go quite as planned. Whether you’re hiking deep into the backcountry or simply pulling into a state […]