With four distinct seasons and moderate weather, Arkansas, the Natural State, has an abundance of outdoor recreation. There's year-round fishing opportunities in 9,700 miles of fishable streams and rivers, 600,000 acres of lakes and numerous bayous, creeks and sloughs for anglers to choose from. Kayak along
... more the rapids of Ouachita River or find gentle waters for canoeing. Big game hunting is plentiful in Arkansas, with a large population of whitetail dear, plus black bear and elk. Explore different games of golf that the region's diverse geography offers by following the 13 courses on the Natural State's Golf Trail. The state has 3 national forests, covering more than 2.9 million acres: the Ozark, the St. Francis and Ouachita, all perfect for camping, hiking and enjoying the wildlife.