Cooler temperatures are arriving in the Ozarks, and Buffalo National River is encouraging visitors to take advantage of fall hiking opportunities while planning carefully for changing weather, shorter days and
There are hikes with great views, and then there are hikes where the trail itself becomes part of the view. The Goat Trail to Big Bluff, tucked into the rugged
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
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
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
Arkansas Outside · Trail & Gear Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking Arkansas Spring in the Ozark & Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas There is a particular kind of morning that belongs only
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
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
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
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
