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Fort Smith s proposed $4 8 million canopy trail near Arkansas River
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$4 8 million canopy trail could be in Fort Smith s future
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The project could begin construction as early as 2027. Author: Micah Wilson Updated: 6:49 PM CDT May 20, 2021
FORT SMITH, Ark. The nation’s longest canopy trail could be coming to the Natural State. Fort Smith would be the home of this project.
Last Wednesday (May 12), conceptual designs were submitted to the Fort Smith Park and Recreation Commission. Included in the designs is a canopy trail stretching over three-quarters of a mile.
Planning for the trail began in 2018.
“The City has purchased 330 acres of wooded property from Kansas City Southern, Doug Reinert, Fort Smith Parks Director, said.
Fort Smith purchased the land for $104,000 with city funds.
Canopy trail planned near Fort Smith Riverfront in future Share Updated: 6:39 PM CDT May 18, 2021 Share Updated: 6:39 PM CDT May 18, 2021
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