Arkansas Welcome Center at Corning

01/23/2025

For families who love adventure, a Coler Mountain Bike Preserve getaway is a winter essential. Come ride by day, camp by night and make some memories this season! arkansas.com/bentonville/outdoor-recreation/coler-mountain-bike-preserve

01/17/2025

Step into serenity on Lovers' Leap Trail at Queen Wilhelmina State Park! Gorgeous views, lush forests and a peaceful escape in Arkansas' Ouachita Mountains. Plan your next hike! arkansasstateparks.com/trails/lovers-leap-trail

01/02/2025

Looking for fun in Arkansas to kick off 2025? There are festivals, fun events, musical performances and more, all month long in . Find out more at the link and make your plans! arkansas.com/natural-state/events

12/23/2024

Start 2025 off right with a First Day Hike at ! You have just over a week to find the perfect trail — have you made your plans? If so, tell us where you'll be in the comments! arkansasstateparks.com/first-day-hikes

12/16/2024

Hole in the Rock Falls is just one of the natural treasures to discover when you stay at Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch in Kingston! If you love riding in your jeep or side by side, come spend all day exploring more than 3,000 pristine acres in your own off-road vehicle or a rental. arkansas.com/articles/wilderness-rider-buffalo-ranch-adventure-park

12/14/2024

Winter is great for chasing waterfalls in Arkansas, especially in the Richland Creek Watershed! Stop by the Richland Waterfalls Welcome Center in Witts Springs to help you make the most of your visit. And if you're hungry after your hike, head down the road to Marshall for some classic diner eats at the Daisy Queen. arkansas.com/articles/exploring-waterfalls-richland-creek-wilderness

12/02/2024

The holiday season is here in ! Make some plans to get out and enjoy it this month. Find more events at the link! arkansas.com/natural-state/events

11/18/2024

When you truly want to get away from it all, the Caney Creek Wilderness near Mena is the perfect spot. This 14,262-acre section of the Ouachita National Forest is beautiful, but it's rugged and secluded, so make sure you're prepared. arkansas.com/mena/natural-attractions/caney-creek-wilderness

11/14/2024

November rain means fall floats on the Buffalo! Water levels are currently up, making most of the river floatable. Make some paddling plans while you still can!

11/08/2024

This Veterans Day, honor those who served by visiting a memorial, museum, or cemetery in . 🇺🇸 Find a place near you to pay your respects in the article. arkansas.com/articles/pay-your-respects-veteran-memorials-cemeteries-and-military-museums-arkansas

Arkansas has many memorials to honor veterans. Some represent all veterans while others are specific to certain conflicts. Additionally, some are large monuments while others are small markers set in remembrance.

11/04/2024

Heads up — you're almost out of time to see peak fall color in Northwest Arkansas. 🍁 Better book a last-minute getaway to Eureka Springs! How about a stay at the historic Basin Park Hotel with great food and views at the Balcony Restaurant?

11/01/2024

November is no ordinary month in . Make plans to check out a festival or kick off the holiday season at these events around Arkansas! arkansas.com/natural-state/events

10/23/2024

Here's a perfect fall day trip for you. Admire a spectacular natural bridge on the Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, a family-friendly 1.2-mile loop near Jasper. And when you're done, drive just 20 minutes down the road to the Cliff House Inn for a meal with a view of the Arkansas Grand Canyon, a spectacular, sprawling valley full of fall foliage. fs.usda.gov/recarea/osfnf/recarea/?recid=43423

10/22/2024

If you've never felt the pull of a smallmouth bass on your fly line, you're missing out. Book a stay at the Buffalo National River this fall and bring your rod for a fly-fishing experience you'll never forget. arkansas.com/natural-state/fishing-hunting

10/16/2024

Up for a challenging 5-hour hike with narrow ledges and steep ascents? Congrats — you'll get to see one of the most incredible views in Arkansas on the Goat Trail to Big Bluff. Add this trek to your fall Ozarks trip itinerary. nps.gov/thingstodo/hike-to-big-bluff.htm

10/14/2024

The annual Boxley Valley battle of the elk is on! 🦌 Come watch the herd, stay in a cozy cabin near Ponca and head into Jasper for delicious dining options like Low Gap Cafe and Ozark Cafe. arkansas.com/articles/majestic-elk-draw-wildlife-watchers-buffalo-national-river-country

📸: Jeff R.

10/12/2024

If your crew loves to mountain bike together, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve needs to be on your must-visit list — but even if mountain biking isn't really your thing, the trails are paved, multi-use and accessible on foot. Reserve one of their trailside campsites and get ready for adventure for all skill levels and great food and drinks at Airship Coffee. arkansas.com/bentonville/outdoor-recreation/coler-mountain-bike-preserve

10/07/2024

There's always something fun going on in Arkansas. October is full of live music, local festivals and more, so make some plans to get out and explore ! arkansas.com/natural-state/events