Partner with the AGFC to Develop a Water Trail
Arkansas Water Trails are an exciting way for landowners and communities to conserve habitat while providing recreational opportunities for the public. Water trails promote sustainable economic development and build public support for conservation of waterways and wildlife.
Outdoor recreational opportunities are becoming more important as the state becomes more urbanized. Arkansas Water Trails provides these opportunities while conserving our rivers, creeks and bayous.
Ways the AGFC Can Help
- Promote your water trail as a part of the Arkansas Water Trails program.
- Provide information panel inserts and replacements for approved kiosks and access points.
- Provide official AWT route markers.
- Develop trail maps and interpretive information to be used in marketing materials.
- Provide conservation and ethics information to be used in marketing materials.
Water Trail Requirements
- Public access must be a minimum of one paddling mile to a maximum of twelve paddling miles for each segment.
- Each public access must have designated parking.
- There must be adequate water quality, river flows and depth (seasonal flows acceptable).
- The trail must be a contiguous or semi-contiguous waterway or series of waterways open to recreational use by paddlers.
- Local partners must be available to maintain and clean the trail corridor and access points.
- Local partner provide approved kiosk for information panels inserts.
- A population center within 100 miles is preferred.
- Canoe and kayak rentals available from local sources preferred.
- Presence of natural or historical attractions such as interesting habitat, wildlife diversity, and historic sites is required.
Who to Contact
To develop an Arkansas Water Trail in your community, please use the AR Water Trail Application. Contact the AGFC Watchable Wildlife Coordinator with questions..