Nature Trails

Discover the natural wonders of Arkansas on foot.

From bottomland hardwood forests to rugged mountains, Arkansas offers a diverse range of terrains and landscapes. Wildlife management areas and other public land are wonderful places to hike and ramble, watch wildlife and see wildflowers, and paddle bayous, lakes and streams. 

Hunting is a draw to many areas, but there is plenty of time throughout the seasons to share public land. Wear hunter orange or bright colors during hunting seasons and avoid public land during permit hunts and busy times such as the opening of modern gun deer season. 

The AGFC publishes the “Arkansas Hunting Guidebook” each year in late summer. The guidebook details information on all hunting seasons except waterfowl. The yearly “Arkansas Waterfowl Hunting Guidebook” is published in early fall. Find both guides by clicking here or pick up printed copies at an AGFC office or outdoor retailer. Click here to learn more about specific WMAs and their hunting seasons.