Get Outdoors

Experience it all. Northwest Arkansas offers a blend of natural beauty and vibrant local culture, making it an ideal destination for adventure seekers.

Biking

Biking

Scenic trails wind through forests, hills and towns, offering thrilling rides for mountain bikers and peaceful paths for cruisers.

OZ Trails IMBA Fayetteville Chapter Northwest Arkansas Trail Guide Experience Fayetteville Biking Events Razorback Greenway

400 Miles of Trails

In Northwest Arkansas

Mountain Bike Capital of the U.S.

Some say it’s the world’s best

8 Bike Parks

In the Region

Climbing

Scale sandstone bluffs, conquer hidden boulders, explore rugged crags and train indoors year-round. There are thrilling climbs and a vibrant community for every adventurer. Join the climbing community at University Recreation.

Hiking & Camping

Hike lush trails, camp in the Ozark Mountain forest, and paddle scenic rivers — Northwest Arkansas’s state and national parks offer wild beauty, solitude, and unforgettable outdoor adventures.

Devil's Den State Park Scenic Waterfall Hikes Ozark-St. Francis National Forest Arkansas State Parks in the Ozark Mountains

Rivers & Lakes

America’s First National River - The Buffalo National River is one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the U.S. It’s not far from campus and offers spectacular paddling, views and camping, all surrounded by massive bluffs.

Buffalo National River

Exploring the Region

Popular quick trips off campus include a world class art museum, a unique mountain town known as the “Little Switzerland of the Ozarks,” scenic parks, local food, and an award-winning farmer’s market held around Fayetteville’s historic downtown square.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Eureka Springs Botanical Garden of the Ozarks Fayetteville Farmers Market

Did You Know?

The University of Arkansas offers hands-on experience, certifications, and career paths in outdoor leadership, conservation, and recreation management.

Recreation Management Courses