(ABOVE AND BELOW) RIVERFRONT PARK INCLUDES A SCULPTURE GARDEN AND PLAYGROUND.
(RIGHT) ENJOY CZECH AND GERMAN CLASSICS AS WELL AS AMERICAN DISHES AT THE PANTRY EATERY.
Nearby attractions There are an array of outdoor activities at Burns Park , the largest urban park in the state, which rests along the northern shores of the Arkansas River. The park has both golf and disc golf courses, a BMX track, playgrounds, trails and a covered bridge fashioned after those found in New England. There’s even a mini amusement park open seasonally for young children to enjoy. Big Rock Mini Golf and Fun Park is another highly entertaining and affordable place to enjoy activities for all ages. Families can play mini golf, race go-karts, climb a ropes course, take a swing in the batting cages or get lost in an outdoor maze. Round out your trip at Pinnacle Mountain State Park , just 20 minutes west of Little Rock, where visitors are rewarded with a birds-eye view of the city from its summit. This landmark park has more than 20 miles of trails and a gorgeous arboretum to wander. When winter melts into spring this year, let your family delight in exploring Arkansas’ captivating wonders. The beauty of this particular spring break adventure is that not only will your family cherish all the moments of play, but your children will also be rewarded with valuable conversations and lessons learned surrounding the history found in Little Rock.
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