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Does Arkansas Need an E-Moto Law Like Hawaii?
Electric bicycles have become a common sight on Arkansas roads, trails, and greenways. They have opened cycling to older riders, commuters, people with disabilities, and
New AGFC Permit Now Required for Many Hikers, Paddlers and Birdwatchers
*A $10.50 annual fee applies at dozens of wildlife management areas and lakes across Arkansas,
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Does Arkansas Need an E-Moto Law Like Hawaii?
Electric bicycles have become a common sight on Arkansas roads, trails, and greenways. They have opened cycling to older riders, commuters, people with disabilities, and outdoor enthusiasts who simply want to ride farther. At the same time, another type of electric two-wheeler has exploded in popularity: high-powered electric motorcycles, commonly referred to as e-motos. The problem is that many people, and even some retailers, blur the line between an electric bicycle and an electric motorcycle. That confusion has created safety concerns, conflicts on trails, and uncertainty for law enforcement across Arkansas. Now, Hawaii has become the latest state to tackle
Does Arkansas Need an E-Moto Law Like Hawaii?
Electric bicycles have become a common sight on Arkansas roads, trails, and greenways. They have opened cycling to older riders, commuters, people with disabilities, and outdoor enthusiasts who simply want to ride farther. At the same time, another type of electric two-wheeler has exploded in popularity: high-powered electric motorcycles, commonly referred to as e-motos. The problem is that many people, and even some retailers, blur the line between an electric bicycle and an electric motorcycle. That confusion has created safety concerns, conflicts on trails, and uncertainty for law enforcement across Arkansas. Now, Hawaii has become the latest state to tackle
Bonzai BMX at a Crossroads: One of America’s Oldest BMX Tracks Faces an Uncertain Future
For more than four decades, generations of Central Arkansas riders have learned to race, competed for state and national points, and introduced their children to
City Plans to Demolish Damaged Markham Street Pedestrian Bridge, No Replacement Under Discussion
Traffic on West Markham Street could soon begin moving again, but one familiar piece of infrastructure near the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind
Bonzai BMX at a Crossroads: One of America’s Oldest BMX Tracks Faces an Uncertain Future
For more than four decades, generations of Central Arkansas riders have learned to race, competed for state and national points, and introduced their children to
City Plans to Demolish Damaged Markham Street Pedestrian Bridge, No Replacement Under Discussion
Traffic on West Markham Street could soon begin moving again, but one familiar piece of infrastructure near the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind
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,
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
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
Hiking & Backpacking
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
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
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
Paddling
WOKA Whitewater Park Hosts National Youth Development Camp as Region Eyes Olympic Future
WATTS, Okla. Some of North America’s most promising young paddlers will converge on the Arkansas and Oklahoma border this week as WOKA Whitewater Park, operated
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
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
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