Ecotourism

Travel for recreation comes in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes the focus is city attractions and theme parks, while other times, it’s all about the great outdoors. This month’s Discover Arkansas issue is devoted to ecotourism, the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner meant to minimize ecological impact. Arkansas, The Natural State, certainly has its share of open air wonders to explore. Read on to find out about protected natural areas, places for outdoor adventure and ideas for reducing your environmental impact while in nature.