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Little Rock Lands Transformational $30 Million Grant for 30 Crossing Park
Little Rock’s vision of transforming land created by the Interstate 30 reconstruction into one of the nation’s premier urban parks took a major step forward Tuesday morning with the announcement
Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central
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Little Rock Lands Transformational $30 Million Grant for 30 Crossing Park
Little Rock’s vision of transforming land created by the Interstate 30 reconstruction into one of the nation’s premier urban parks took a major step forward Tuesday morning with the announcement of a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund. The award, one of the largest private investments ever made in a public park project in Arkansas, will help fund development of 30 Crossing Park, a planned 23-acre urban green space that will reconnect neighborhoods divided by interstate construction while creating a destination for recreation, community gatherings, and economic development. The grant is part of the Bezos Earth Fund’s new
Little Rock Lands Transformational $30 Million Grant for 30 Crossing Park
Little Rock’s vision of transforming land created by the Interstate 30 reconstruction into one of the nation’s premier urban parks took a major step forward Tuesday morning with the announcement of a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund. The award, one of the largest private investments ever made in a public park project in Arkansas, will help fund development of 30 Crossing Park, a planned 23-acre urban green space that will reconnect neighborhoods divided by interstate construction while creating a destination for recreation, community gatherings, and economic development. The grant is part of the Bezos Earth Fund’s new
Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central Arkansas Nearly 20 years after Pulaski County adopted the plan that helped guide development of
Beat the Heat in Arkansas: Summer Outdoor Safety Tips and Cool Places to Escape the Heat
Summer in Arkansas brings long days, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities to hike, paddle, ride, camp, and explore. It also brings high temperatures and humidity that can quickly turn an
Pulaski County Begins Updating Trail Master Plan for the Next Generation of Walking and Biking
County seeks public input as it develops a blueprint for future trail connections across Central Arkansas Nearly 20 years after Pulaski County adopted the plan that helped guide development of
Beat the Heat in Arkansas: Summer Outdoor Safety Tips and Cool Places to Escape the Heat
Summer in Arkansas brings long days, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities to hike, paddle, ride, camp, and explore. It also brings high temperatures and humidity that can quickly turn an
Climbing
Forest Service Proposes First National Climbing Policy for Federal Lands
For decades, rock climbing on federal lands has been managed through a patchwork of local plans, forest-specific guidance, and agency interpretations of existing laws. Now, the U.S. Forest Service is
5th Annual Arkansas Climbers Festival Returns to Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in 2026
The 5th Annual Arkansas Climbers Festival returns to Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Jasper from Friday, March 27, through Sunday, March 29, 2026. This three-day celebration of climbing culture brings together
New Climbing Area at Petit Jean State Park
Petit Jean State Park in Arkansas is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich history. Now, this beloved park is adding a new chapter to its legacy: rock climbing. For
Hiking & Backpacking
How to Protect Your Dog from Summer Heat on Outdoor Adventures in Arkansas
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
Get Out There: Enjoying Arkansas Summers Without the Itch
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
Bear Aware in Arkansas: How to Avoid Bear Encounters While Hiking and Camping in Bear Country
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
Paddling
Remmel Dam Recreational Releases Resume Just in Time for the Fourth of July
After weeks of suspended flows during one of the region’s driest stretches in recent memory, paddlers and tubers finally have something to celebrate heading into the holiday weekend: recreational water
Your Complete Guide to Planning a Day of Paddling on the Buffalo National River
Everything you need to know before launching on America’s first national river. The Buffalo National River winds through the heart of the Arkansas Ozarks, flowing freely for 151 miles past
Drought Conditions Postpone Recreational Water Releases Below Remmel Dam
Paddlers hoping to catch scheduled whitewater and recreational releases on the Ouachita River this summer may have to wait for wetter conditions. Entergy Arkansas announced that full-generation recreational flows from
