LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The 2025 PeopleForBikes City Ratings, a global benchmark for bikeability, ranks 22 Arkansas cities based on their bicycle infrastructure and network connectivity. Northwest Arkansas continues to
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
Adventure Awaits: Discover Arkansas Tourism Week as the Natural State celebrates its vibrant travel industry, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable outdoor adventures. From May 4-10, 2025, Arkansas joins the nation in
$468,838.69 awarded to projects in four cities LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – On Wednesday, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined Secretary Shea Lewis, Secretary Renee Mallory, and Office of Outdoor Recreation Director Katherine
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Communities across Arkansas will see improvements to parks and recreational facilities thanks to $3.85 million in Outdoor Recreation Grants awarded by the Arkansas Department of Parks,
In a recent letter, Katherine Andrews, the Director of the Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation, reflected on the transformative progress made during the office’s third year. Establishing a robust structure,
Understanding the Freeze-Thaw Cycle: How Arkansas Winters Impact Trails Arkansas winters are known for their unpredictability. A morning may begin with temperatures below freezing, only to warm into the 50s
As the clock strikes midnight and we toast to new beginnings, many of us resolve to make changes—embracing healthier lifestyles, seeking more adventure, or spending more time in nature. There’s
As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, one special day offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in your community—Shop Small Saturday. Celebrated on the Saturday after
When I first moved to Arkansas in the 1990s, the state was a mystery to me. My grandmother, though born in Sevier County, had left the state as a toddler,
Our goal at ArkansasOutside.com is to provide information on outdoor recreation throughout Arkansas. We specialize in participatory sports like running, cycling, paddle sports, climbing, hiking.
