Tag: Hiking

5 Posts

Hiking trails and hiking adventures in the ArkLaTex.

  • Things to Do in Mena, Arkansas.

    Arkansas is full of wonderful small towns and Mena is one of them. This charming town is in the western part of the state, right within the Ouachita Mountain Range. It’s the start of the Talimena Scenic Highway, home to a legendary off road and ATV area, and has plenty of hiking trails and more outdoor adventure. My family and I have taken day trips and overnight trips up to…

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  • Best Hiking Trails Near Texarkana.

    Hiking is a great way to keep moving, get outside, and enjoy some adventures. There are some wonderful places to hike around the ArkLaTex. Texarkana is a city in two states, deep in southwest Arkansas and east Texas. Our family has been hiking all over the Four States and ArkLaTex area for the last ten years. I’ve compiled all of our favorite hikes within two hours of Texarkana into one…

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  • 5 family-friendly state parks within 90 miles of Texarkana – lake view with fall trees and bright sky, text overlay with ArkLaTex Adventure Club branding.

    5 Family-Friendly State Parks Within 90 Minutes of Texarkana

    An adventure at a state park is one of my family’s favorite day trips. Whether you’re looking for a trail, a picnic spot, a nature center, or just a place to enjoy some outdoor time, these parks have what you’re looking for. I’ve explored all of these with my family, from the time my kids were very little, and I can personally attest to how great they are. Here are…

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  • 3 Fall Hikes Near Texarkana with Great Views

    Fall is one of the best times to hit the trails around Texarkana: the air is cooler, the leaves are turning, and the bugs take a break (bye mosquitos and wasps). Whether you’re looking for a peaceful solo hike, a family adventure, or a weekend date outdoors, these three trails are just the ticket for a little fresh air, fall reset. My family and I love hiking these every year…

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  • The Ten Essentials You Need for Hiking in the ArkLaTex

    Hiking in the ArkLaTex looks a little different than hitting the trails out west. Our weather can change fast, the humidity is no joke, and many of our trails wind through forests, creeks, and rocky terrain. Whether you’re hiking at Cossatot River State Park, the Winding Staircase Trail, or one of my favorite waterfall hikes, there are ten essentials you need for hiking in the ArkLaTex. These are the ten…

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