The 9 Best Outdoor Activities in Little Rock, Arkansas (AR)

December 18, 2021 Flossie Demartino

The Clintons may have put Little Rock on the map, but this charming and historic capital city offers plenty of reasons to keep it there. The Central High Museum tells the painful, powerful story of the city's racial struggles. Political buffs and Clinton fans will want to check out the State Capitol. Shoppers can spend hours at the River Market, a collection of tasty eateries and eclectic stores. Kids will be more than wowed by attractions such as the Children's Museum, the Museum of Discovery and the Zoo, famous for its eye-popping ape exhibit. Stay at a charming historic abode, an inviting bed and breakfast or a luxury hotel. Eat at fabulous restaurants and enjoy exciting nightlife. Little Rock has all the ingredients of a perfect weekend getaway.
Restaurants in Little Rock

1. The Dive Shop II

Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Central Arkansas' Premier Diving Facilty. Going on a trip, making a trip to Arkansas? Come see us at the Dive Shop in Little Rock.

2. Rock Town River Outfitters

Excellent
96%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 26 reviews

Rock Town River Outfitters

Rock Town River Outfitters is Little Rock's first and only outdoor recreation outfitter based on the Arkansas River. We offer kayak, SUP, boat and bike rentals and tours of the Arkansas River through downtown Little Rock as well as bike tours of The River Market District and the Arkansas River trails. Come explore Little Rock with us!

3. Rock City Rowing

Little Rock, AR https://rowarkansas.org/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Rock City Rowing

Rock City Rowing provides coached rowing experience for youth and masters rowers. Our boathouse is located at Two River's Park in West Little Rock, Arkansas. We also compete in a number of regional rowing regattas. We have rowing practice 5 days a week.

4. The Arkansas River Trail

400 President Clinton Ave Little Rock River Market, Little Rock, AR 72201-1638 http://arkansasrivertrail.org/
Excellent
67%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 226 reviews

The Arkansas River Trail

The Arkansas River Bicycle Trail System is roughly 100 miles of bike paths stretching from downtown Little Rock in the River Market all the way out to Pinnacle Mountain. The bike trail begins in the Little Rock River Market and extends on both sides of the Arkansas River, crossing three pedestrian only bike bridges, including the magnificent Clinton Presidential Bike Bridge in the easternmost River Market district, Two Rivers Park bridge on the westernmost portion of the trail, and the World-Famous Big Dam Bridge which is the world's largest ped-only bike bridge spanning over the entire Arkansas River Dam. Bring your bike and enjoy both sides of the Arkansas River as you ride from downtown Little Rock through scenic Burns Park over the Big Dam Bridge and Two Rivers Park bridges extending all the way out to Pinnacle Mountain (Arkansas' most popular state park). Bike Rentals are provided in the downtown Little Rock River Market.Whether you walk, skate, or prefer to bicycle the miles of Riverfront beauty, you won't be disappointed. The entire Arkansas River Bike Trail system is paved and no motorized vehicles are allowed (including cars, trucks, and segways).

Reviewed By S6990BWteresag

This is very inspirational walk along the Arkansas River...found out that the river walk was inspired by the river walk in Portland OR...

5. War Memorial Park

5101 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205 +1 501-371-4770 http://www.littlerock.com/things-to-do/detail/war-memorial-park
Excellent
38%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 16 reviews

War Memorial Park

6. Pedego Little Rock

Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 1 reviews

Pedego Little Rock

Pedegos are the very best electric bikes on earth—Not only because they’re the most fun to ride, but because they are specially crafted with only the highest quality parts. With a complete line of 17 electric bikes, you’ll easily find a perfect fit for your individual needs and personal style. We put our hearts into helping you find the perfect electric bike so you can get the most out of it!

7. Little Rock Zoo

1 Zoo Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205-5401 +1 501-661-7200 http://www.littlerockzoo.com/
Excellent
31%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
9%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 482 reviews

Little Rock Zoo

The Little Rock Zoo inspires people to value and conserve our natural world. With more than 500 animals representing 200 different species, many of which are endangered, the Little Rock Zoo is the only zoo in the state of Arkansas accredited by the prestigious Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The Zoo features noted habitats such as the Laura P. Nichols Penguin Pointe exhibit with underwater viewing of African Penguins as well as the Arkansas Heritage Farm with heritage breed animals that can be fed and touched. The Zoo's beautiful Cafe Africa looks like a stone style African lodge and features great food for any pallet. The Zoo's Conservation Education Center is always hosting interesting programs inside the park including shows on the amphitheater stage, animal meet-n-greets throughout the park and other fun activities. Check-out the Zoo website for a full listing of upcoming activities and events!

Reviewed By charlier65 - Marinette, United States

There are so many animals. It’s awesome it’s a must do it has a playground also for kids. A train merry go round it’s a must see

8. Hindman Park Golf Course

60 Brookview Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209-2017 +1 501-565-6450
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
50%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 2 reviews

Hindman Park Golf Course

9. Rebsamen Golf Course

3400 Rebsamen Park Rd, Little Rock, AR 72202 +1 501-666-7965 http://www.littlerock.org/ParksRecreation/golfcourses/#rebsamen
Excellent
20%
Good
80%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 10 reviews

Reviewed By SuzanneTravels1

I can only speak to the driving range as that's all we used. We recently introduced our children to golf and try to take them to driving ranges on our road trips. We each had a bucket of balls and enjoyed our hour there. The grass was closed; I assume after the winter storm. We hit from the turf which worked just fine. We also enjoyed the putting green which was large and hilly. Overall, we were happy we went to the driving range here.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.