It's very fun to go camping here. The only problem I've had is when my sister was stung by a wasp…read more But it's a great place to go camping. Longs roads good for riding bikes. It runs along the Arkansas River and you can ride boats. Fun time!

Beautifully maintained campground- most sites are right on the river's edge. Each site has a…read morecovered picnic table pavilion. Driveways are long and level- drainage is good too- even after a heavy rain, there were very few standing puddles. Bathhouse is clean and spacious. downsides-not much privacy between sites, limited places to dump your garbage..

Great trail to enjoy nature and learning about our ancestors , paved trails and some are muddy but…read moreis up to you too get muddy or stay clean,, we enjoyed the mounds and some amazing cypress trees with the birds singing everywhere,,,

I'm a down and dirty girl! Oh, not in the way you think!…read more I like to get my hands and nails dirty. I like to dig. I like to discover and see what is beneath the surface. Way down! Just as far as anyone has ever gone. Let's look at the midden. The *WHAT* you ask? The midden. The dirt with *leftovers* in it. Leftovers? Like meatloaf & spinach & biscuits? Well, yeah . . . . kind of . . . leftovers like from folks who went before us. Leftovers like flint chips and sherds and anything that didn't decay that someone threw out their back door! And let's look at the rich black dirt (midden) that has all sorts of decayed matter in it . . . . like meatloaf & spinach & biscuits! You did know that you can tell when someone has lived on land by the richness and change in color of the soil, right? On my first visit to Toltec Mounds (a misnomer - this site really had nothing to do with the ancient Toltec culture) I knew that we were going to find rich midden. Its flat country. Very flat. Then out of nowhere rise these beautiful mounds. All built one basket-load of dirt at a time. Several of the mounds remain. Today it is just a few miles southeast of Little Rock. Archeologists believe this was a large ceremonial & governmental site. Who really knows for sure? Those who do are long gone. It was occupied between AD 600 to 1050. That they do know for sure. All sorts of ways of dating the site. Tree rings, carbon dating, etc. This was a large village with an earthern embankment surrounding it. Yes, I spent a lot of time here getting my nails & hands dirty. This wasn't my first love, er site, but it was one of the best. I helped excavate several pits on Mound A, I used my cartography skills extensively mapping each pit, I screened for minute artifacts, I surveyed, I washed and catalogued artifacts, I killed a thousand mosquitos and I made lifetime friends . . . all at Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park in Scott, Arkansas. When I was there it was still farm land. That was before it became a State Park. Before many folks knew its true value. Before we put test pits in. Before there was a road. Before there was a museum and a visitors center. Before anyone really knew there had been a thriving Plum Bayou Culture there. Yes, I got my nails dirty here. Real dirty. I used my trowel and line level. I learned what a cottonmouth was here. (Not the way your mouth feels the next morning!) I learned what humidity is like when it is just so thick & heavy in the air that sweat doesn't dry off your skin and you never can get cool. I learned what mosquito repellent is really for. I learned to work in tandem with a teammate in sifting a large screen. I learned it is only marginally cooler in the shade than the sun when it is this hot. I learned how good a cold beer tastes in the evening just before bed. I learned to take salt tablets. I learned that it is far more fun to dig in the dirt than to sit around talking about how boring life is with manicured hands. Make memories now. Who knows, you may meet the love of your life in the next test pit or at the evening bonfire or out surveying. I did. And he/she will have dirty fingernails too. And you'll both know more about prehistory.

First day in Downtown Little Rock and I checked out the view of Riverfront Park from the Junction…read moreBridge. The views at night were gorgeous and I enjoyed standing there watching the views of the skyline. The park offers well paved walking trails of various lengths as well as many places to sit and ample greenery.

Riverfront Park in Little Rock, AR, was a pitstop we happened upon since our hotel check-in was not…read morefor another hour. It was a sweltering hot day on July 22, 2025, but my daughters, our dog, and I enjoyed this place anyway. The park, named after a for parks and recreation director named Julius Breckling (not listed on this Yelp page with his name), was huge - 39 acres huge. Lol. The cons were: - trash scattered sparingly on the ground - sus characters - some areas that were worn out/ run down - parking fees (see below) - no restrooms available - none that we saw Pros: + amphitheater + dogs on leashes okay + playground area + sculptures throughout + shaded sitting areas + splash pad (there were two of them, but only one was operable that day) + terraces + walking paths + water fountains + nearby pedestrian bridge + The Little Rock monument near the bridge Parking was $3 per hour for 8 hours maximum - enforced 24/7. The kiosk accepted coins or card payment only.

The address listed is for a residence. DON'T GO THERE!…read more After realizing this, I went to their website which states that it's actually in Murray Park several miles away. The dog park is a little hidden. Enter through the east gate nearest the golf course. Make the first right toward the shady tree area. The sign says volleyball but it's not. It's a one way. It's a nice dog park though and the people are friendly.

I brought my dogs here on Memorial Day and they had a great time. Lots of space to roam around and…read moreplay with other dogs. It's right next to the river which is great for taking my German Shepherd to fetch tennis balls out of the water. Met lots of friendly people and their dogs. It would be nice if the park had more grass. Seems to be more dirt and pebbles. Definitely has a decent amount of shade for hot summer days. Has plenty of benches and picnic tables to sit at. We stayed at the watering hole most of the visit. My boxer enjoyed laying in the pool to cool off. It's nice to have a place for my pups to get some interaction with other dogs and meet some nice people. Hopefully I'll be making this a regular visit.

I love this park... and all other parks around LR. It's quiet, pretty, green, and safe.read more

Did not know about this park, kind of hidden off the main road. But found it while looking up…read moretrails online. Cute small little park for children. But there's also lots of nature trails in the nearby hills. Nice place to come and walk your dog or go for a hike.

This massive park in North Little Rock was originally used as a WWI training cam\p for soldiers,…read morecalled Camp Pike. The park was expanded in 1937 for WWII training and that one is called Camp Robinson. Some remnants of that activity still exist and there are warning signs everywhere about unexploded ordinance. So that's pretty awesome. Renamed in 1950 after local physician William Burns, the park has all sorts of outdoor activities including soccer fiends, tennis courts, TWO golf courses, basketball courts, a disc golf course, baseball fields, trails, picnic areas and picnic pavilions. There are a few public restrooms throughout the park and it is linked to an RV Park and Campground. They even have an Arkansas River boat launch! We were here for the covered bridge and found it, but that is separate. In the meanwhile, it was nice to wlak around the park, sticking to the trails. The warning signs were plenty warning for us! [Review 2301 of 2024 - 365 in Arkansas - 23316 overall]

I love seeking out historic places when I travel, and The Empress was one of the highlights of my…read moretime in Little Rock. This beautifully restored Victorian mansion is filled with character. Every room showcases incredible craftsmanship, from the original woodwork and stained-glass windows to the elegant fireplaces, antique furnishings, and period décor. I found myself slowing down just to admire all of the details--it's a photographer's dream. The gardens are just as charming as the interior, offering a peaceful place to relax before heading out to explore the city. Inside, the common areas feel warm and inviting, making it easy to imagine what life was like here more than a century ago. What I appreciated most was that The Empress isn't simply a place to spend the night--it's an experience. If you enjoy architecture, history, boutique accommodations, or unique bed and breakfasts, you'll find plenty to love here. Whether you're visiting Little Rock for a weekend getaway or passing through on a road trip, I'd absolutely recommend adding The Empress to your itinerary. It's one of those memorable places that stays with you long after you've left.

WOW! If more than 5 stars meant something-this place would get them! Antonio is so accommodating…read moreand helpful with recommendations of local restaurants and great places to get something sweet to eat! This place is absolutely gorgeous inside and out. Check-in is completely hassle-free and everything is so clean! Highly recommend if you're passing through Little Rock! A must stay!

Hands down the best dive shop west of the Atlantic. Super friendly and great service. Mike and the…read morecrew are awesome.