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Information courtesy of State of Arkansas - Department of Parks and Tourism

Day hikers can choose from trails that take less than an hour to walk to those requiring all-day excursions. Backpackers may select from trails that range from a leisurely overnight beginner’s adventure to others that can take a month or more to complete. The state’s nationally designated wilderness areas are rugged and physically challenging, usually with no established trails. However, these make excellent hiking areas for hikers who wish to choose their own path. For those who prefer self-guided or interpretive-guided trail experiences, a variety of choices is also available.

The six physiographic regions of Arkansas offer a variety of experiences ranging from a view from the top of an Ozark or Ouachita mountain to the fragrance of pine forests which abound in the rolling hills of South Arkansas’s Gulf Coastal Plain. Towering pines, lush hardwoods, large lakes, flowing waterways, fertile delta highlands, abundant wildflowers and a variety of wildlife provide many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy experiencing Arkansas’s beauty by exploring the state’s plentiful natural resources.

Arkansas has over 250 hiking trails scattered through the state’s Corps of Engineers recreation areas, National Forest areas, National Parks, and State Parks. All of these hiking trails are perfect for a day in the outdoors. The seclusion that characterizes a trip on Arkansas’s trails gives families the chance to be together. Children can learn many new things accompanying their parents on excursions away from the quick pace of day-to-day life. Perhaps the best thing about hiking is that it can be enjoyed any time of the year. Every season offers something special in the outdoors and you need no special equipment–just a good pair of shoes and the desire to breathe clean, fresh air.

Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
1-800-NATURAL
(501) 682-7777 (V/TT)