11 Epic Outdoorsy Things In Arkansas Anyone Can Do
Let’s face it—sometimes outdoorsy stuff is hard. Even thinking about climbing mountains and paddling down a river can make you tired. The good news is that there are tons of outdoorsy things here in Arkansas that are easy. And I do mean easy. Here are 11 of those things:
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This is a wildlife rescue that specializes in big cats, but also has all kinds of other predators as well. The walk is not strenuous and there is a trolley tour of the more far-reaching habitats.
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You can do this one sitting down.
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The boardwalk makes it an easy trip.
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You can get an audio CD for the self-guided tour at the visitor center.
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This tram tour of the park is led by a park interpreter, so you can learn as you ride.
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This trail is great for a casual walk—it’s only 1.4 miles and it’s good for all skill levels.
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Bring a chair. Find a dock.
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The overlook is only about 50 feet from the parking lot.
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This one is at Lake Catherine, but you can also find one at Devil’s Den, Lake Fort Smith, Mount Magazine, White Rock...well, you get it.
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Mammoth Spring is a beautiful, relaxing way to spend an afternoon.
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You can drive beautiful Highway 71 to Artist Point and take a gander from those beautiful overlooks, then keep driving the rest of the Boston Mountains Scenic Loop and enjoy the gorgeous mountains.
Go forth, Arkansans, and enjoy nature with ease.
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