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Covering 2,000 acres and rising 1,011 feet above sea level, Pinnacle Mountain is one of Central Arkansas most popular parks. Park facilities include picnic sites, two standard pavilions with restrooms, launch ramps, and hiking trails. The park visitor center overlooking the Arkansas River includes exhibits, A/V programs, a meeting room, and gift shop. Within the park's environs is the Arkansas Arboretum, a 71-acre site exhibiting native flora representing Arkansas's six, major natural divisions. Below Pinnacle Mountain along the Little Maumelle River, the arboretum includes a 0.6-mile barrier-free, interpretive trail. Pinnacle offers eight trails, from a paved trail at just about 1/2 of a mile to two trails that take you to the peak of the mountain itself. The Arkansas Trail is even paved offering a great opportunity for strollers or wheelchairs giving the entire family a chance to see some beautiful Arkansas Nature.
Covering 2,000 acres and rising 1,011 feet above sea level, Pinnacle Mountain is one of Central Arkansas most popular parks. Park facilities include picnic sites, two standard pavilions with restrooms, launch ramps, and hiking trails. The park visitor center overlooking the Arkansas River includes exhibits, A/V programs, a meeting room, and gift shop. Within the park's environs is the Arkansas Arboretum, a 71-acre site exhibiting native flora representing Arkansas's six, major natural divisions. Below Pinnacle Mountain along the Little Maumelle River, the arboretum includes a 0.6-mile barrier-free, interpretive trail. Pinnacle offers eight trails, from a paved trail at just about 1/2 of a mile to two trails that take you to the peak of the mountain itself. The Arkansas Trail is even paved offering a great opportunity for strollers or wheelchairs giving the entire family a chance to see some beautiful Arkansas Nature.PINNACLE MOUNTAIN
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To reach Pinnacle Mountain State Park, take Exit #9 off I-430 at Little Rock and travel seven miles West on Arkansas 10, then go two miles north on Arkansas 300.
We took the West Trail. It was relatively easy until you get towards the top where it turns into basically a rock stair step to the top. We saw a lot of families taking this hike with little children. I don't recommend it, but it is doable, especially if you are willing to spend part of the time carrying when the going gets tough.
This was a GREAT afternoon and I highly recommend it. Not only do you get some great exercise, but the view is spectacular.
Pinnacle Mountain. Just another great and unique place in the place we call "My Hometown".
See you around the neighborhood,
Chip
We took the West Trail. It was relatively easy until you get towards the top where it turns into basically a rock stair step to the top. We saw a lot of families taking this hike with little children. I don't recommend it, but it is doable, especially if you are willing to spend part of the time carrying when the going gets tough.
This was a GREAT afternoon and I highly recommend it. Not only do you get some great exercise, but the view is spectacular.
Pinnacle Mountain. Just another great and unique place in the place we call "My Hometown".
See you around the neighborhood,
Chip
