September has a way of pulling people back onto the trail. Cooler air makes the climbs more appealing, and the first signs of fall can change the look of a familiar path almost overnight.
Copperheads are part of that picture too. They may still be active, and their brown pattern can blend closely with leaves or stone along wooded routes.
So this is a month for watching where your boots land. Arkansas offers plenty of hikes where that habit matters, especially on routes with rocky stretches and shaded ground…