Little Rock AFB, AR - Recreation

Local Little Rock AFB, AR Parks

Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site - 18 miles away

Phone: 501-374-1957

2120 Daisy Bates Drive
Little Rock, AR 72202

Description: The Little Rock High Historic Site marks a major turning point in US history. On September 23, 1957, nine African-American teens held their heads high and proudly walking into the integrated school for the first time. This day was the first important test of the outcome of Brown vs Board of Ed. There are various educational and historic tours offered throughout the year.

Hot Springs National Park - 70 miles away

Phone: 501-624-2701

101 Reserve Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901

Description: Hot Springs National Park has attracted visitors for over 200 years. People have sought the hot springs to treat illnesses and just to relax. Visitors are authorized to bring jugs or bottles to college water to take home. IF you want to relax in the hot springs, you need to visit one of the downtown bathhouses on the aptly named Bathhouse Row.

Arkansas Post National Memorial - 99 miles away

Phone: 870-548-2207

1741 Old Post Road
Gillet, AR 72055

Description: The French settlement at Post de Arkansae was the first European colony in the Mississippi River Valley. Arkansas Post was purchased in 1803 as part of the Louisiana Purchase, and was a fought over fort during the Civil War. Natural sights are also abundant in the area to include a pristine swamp environment, various bird watching, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Totlec Mounds State Archeological Park - 25 miles away

Phone: 501-961-9442

490 Toltec Mounds Road
Scott, AR 72142

Description: As well as housing a National Historic Landmark, the Toltec Mounds State Park is one of the largest archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley.

Pinnacle Mountain State Park - 32 miles away

Phone: 501-868-5806

1191 Pinnacle Valley Road
Little Rock, AR 72223

Description: Pinnacle Mountain State Park is dedicated to environmental education, outdoor recreation, and preservation. The park offers many hiking trails, bike trails, and canoe and boat tours led by the park volunteers.

Local Little Rock AFB, AR Campgrounds

Gulpha Gorge Campground - 70 miles away

Phone: 501-624-2701

101 Reserve Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901

RVs Allowed? Yes

Description: Sites are first come first served only. There are both primitive and hook-up sites. Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, and nearby water. There are no showers in the park. Camping is limited to 14 days per calendar year.

Little Rock North KOA - 21 miles away

Phone: 51-758-4598

7820 Kampground Way
North Little Rock, AR 72118

RVs Allowed? Yes

Description: Little Rock North KOA offesr RV, tent, and cabin rentals, as well as on site pool, hot tub, sauna, WiFi, cable TV, fitness center, and an old fashioned snack bar and ice cream parlor.

Petit Jean Mountain State Park - 90 miles away

Phone: 501-727-5441

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morriton, AR 72110

RVs Allowed? Yes

Description: Some of the best camping around Little Rock, Petit Jean is worth the hour and half drive for the family get away. The park offers RV and tent campgrounds, and cabin rentals. This is a great family vacation spot with on site trails, fishing, marina, pools, picnic areas, playgrounds, and even a restaurant.