Visitor Spending Fuels $17.4 Billion in Economic Activity in Arkansas
Outdoor Recreation Drives Additional Growth Across the State LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas Department of Parks Heritage and Tourism released the annual tourism economic impact report along with the inaugural release of outdoor recreation economy data. In 2024, Arkansas welcomed 52 million visitors—a 2.6% increase over 2023—reflecting strong growth in the state’s visitor economy. According […]
4th of July Weekend on Florida’s Historic Coast is an Absolute Blast
A weekend filled with live music, events and plenty of tasty fare St. Augustine, Fla. (June 12, 2025) – St. Augustine is set to dazzle once again this Independence Day, with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night above the Matanzas Bay. Fireworks Viewing On the Fourth of July, Fireworks over the Matanzas kicks off at […]
Permit Signed for The Trails at Mena: Arkansas Launches Nation-Leading Outdoor Project
June 6,2025, Mena, AR – In a landmark event for Arkansas’ outdoor recreation future, local, state and federal leaders gathered today in Mena to officially sign the U.S. Forest Service permit authorizing construction of The Trails at Mena project, a one-of-a-kind lift-served mountain bike and adventure park that will connect the city of Mena to […]
The Road to Freedom Runs Through St. Augustine
Recognizing Juneteenth and Black history on Florida’s Historic Coast St. Augustine, Fla. (June 4, 2025)—Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Black history on Florida’s Historic Coast® spans centuries—from the nation’s original Underground Railroad to the historic protests and sit-ins led by Black activists that helped pave the way for the […]
Ribbon Cutting Celebration – Devil’s Den State Park Horse Campground
June 3,2025, West Fork, AR – Arkansas State Parks will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion and grand reopening of the Horse Campground at Devil’s Den State Park. The campground, newly upgraded with improved facilities and infrastructure, is designed to enhance the experience for equestrian visitors and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Wednesday, June 4, […]