Experience the Beauty of the Capital City
Discover a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities in Little Rock, where our vibrant community spaces cater to every interest. Immerse yourself in nature with our extensive hiking trails, offering a perfect blend of scenic beauty and exercise. For water enthusiasts, kayaking adventures await along our picturesque waterways. Golf enthusiasts can perfect their swing at our well-maintained courses surrounded by natural landscapes. Looking for a unique experience? Try shooting hoops under Kanis Bridge for an urban twist on a classic pastime. In Little Rock, outdoor recreation isn’t just an activity – it’s a lifestyle. Explore, indulge, and connect with the great outdoors in the heart of our city.
Fishing Ponds
Arkansas and Maumelle River Boat Launches
Special Events
Disc Golf Day at War Memorial Park! 🥏
Join us Saturday, February 21, for a special pop-up disc golf event at War Memorial Park!
While we’ve hosted disc golf pop-ups here before, this one is different. Thanks to a generous donation, a permanent disc golf course is coming to the park. This event is your chance to play a temporary course layout and share feedback that will help shape the final design.
A survey will be available on-site so players can provide input that will be considered in the permanent course installation.
Squatch Till You Drop Trail Run
Legend has it, the forests that later became Hillcrest, the Heights, and Allsopp Park were once home to mysterious Sasquatch sightings! 🌲👣 Loggers from the 1800s spoke of “huge, man-like beasts” roaming the woods at night. Though the sightings have dwindled since the park’s dedication in 1931, whispers of the Sasquatch still echo through the trails today.
Join us for “Squatch Till You Drop” on November 7 and 8 2026, a tribute to this legendary folklore! Take on the technical single-track trails of Allsopp Park, where participants can choose from two exciting races:
- 5K Fun Run: Perfect for all ages, a single lap of Sasquatch territory! Starts at 8:00 AM.
- The Squatch 6-Hour Trail Run: Open to ages 16+, tackle as many laps as possible in 6 hours! Starts at 10:00 AM.
Both races follow a challenging 5K course, packed with the same rugged terrain that might just put you face-to-face with the legend itself. Do you have what it takes to conquer Sasquatch’s stomping grounds?
Programs
🚴♂️ Monday Night Mountain Bike Rides at Boyle Park! 🚴♀️
Starting on March 16th through June 15th 2026: Join us every Monday for a fun, no-drop ride through the woods on the beginner-friendly trails of Boyle Park. Meet up at Pavilion 3 at 6:00 PM to kick things off!
Whether you’re a seasoned rider or new to mountain biking, this is a great way to explore the park’s beautiful trails at a relaxed pace, with no one left behind.
Grab your bike and let’s ride!
🚴♂️ Wednesday Night Group Road Rides on the Arkansas River Trail! 🚴♀️
Starting on March 25th through June 24th : Join us every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a fun, no-drop road ride along the Arkansas River Trail! We’ll meet at the iconic Big Banana at Murray Park and head out for a scenic ride together.
The distance and pace will depend on the group, so all levels are welcome! Bring your bike and enjoy the beautiful trail with fellow riders. Let’s roll!
Tuesday and Thursday Morning Group Road Rides on the Arkansas River Trail! 🚴♀️
Starting on June 29th through October 26th: Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 am to 8:00 am for a fun, no-drop road ride along the Arkansas River Trail! We’ll meet at the iconic Big Banana at Murray Park and head out for a scenic ride together.
The distance and pace will depend on the group, so all levels are welcome! Bring your bike and enjoy the beautiful trail with fellow riders. Let’s roll!
Get Outside and Unplugged! 🍂
Starting March 28, 2026 : Hiking has become one of the top outdoor recreation activities in America. Come see why so many people enjoy taking a break from moder life and reconnecting with nature.
We will go for a hike every 3rd Saturday of the month (weather permitting). The hikes will start at 10am at the designated parks.
March 28: Allsopp Park, North
April 18: Conner Park
May 16: Boyle Park
June 20: River Mountain
Contact Information:
Michael Simmons
Outdoor Recreation Program Coordinator
(501) 913-6841
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