The blooms of spring and consistently warm weather are coming in swiftly, which could only mean one thing. It’s time to shake off those winter blahs and set your sights on a perfect springtime weekend getaway in Fayetteville!

One of the most popular things to do in Fayetteville is to simply enjoy the natural beauty of the outdoors. To anyone who’s ever visited Fayetteville, that’s no surprise, as we’re a city nestled in the Boston Mountains of the Ozarks, moments away from natural areas no matter where you are in town. The city overflows with nature preserves, parks, and natural wetlands which encompass 3,000 acres of land. Fayetteville alone has 70 parks with more than 40 miles of paved and natural trails, three lakes, and more - including the still-developing public outdoor space downtown, The Ramble.

Horseback riding feels like something you'd do on vacation in a movie. Add it to your bucket list for your next visit to Fayetteville and live out your dreams! Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or sitting in the saddle for the first time, you'll find a great spot to ride horseback in Fayetteville. Check out these popular spots to saddle up and explore the beautiful Ozark Mountain trails in a whole new way.

Fayetteville is rich in outdoor recreation – with backcountry trail running, world-class mountain biking, and scenic day hikes all waiting to be discovered. Not to be missed, an extensive 50-mile in town network of multi-use paved trails branches out across our community. Together with numerous bicycle-friendly streets and boulevards, the trails create an accessible urban playground for cyclists of all abilities. Keep reading for a selection of routes featuring Fayetteville’s paved trail network – and start planning your next cycling adventure today!

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will kick off its Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 25 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm.

The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks has moved their annual garden party gala to the fall season and you are invited! They are offering a socially-distanced and fun evening in the garden as well as a virtual option this year and all support goes directly to the gardens.