Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Pinnacle Mountain State Park is a state-protected area near Little Rock with two rivers, the Big and Little Maumelle, flowing through its terrain. The park features approximately 22 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, along with a summit that rises 1,011 feet above the surrounding landscape.

The park was established in 1977 as the first state protected area in Arkansas to be created adjacent to a major metropolitan region. This development marked a change in how the state planned outdoor recreation spaces for growing urban populations.

The arboretum within the park displays native plants organized by the six natural regions of Arkansas along an accessible trail beside the Little Maumelle River. Visitors experience how the landscape varies across different ecosystems found throughout the state.

Two separate summit trails offer different difficulty levels and both lead to views across the Arkansas River Valley. The visitor center provides canoe rentals, trail maps, and pavilion reservations, while park gates close one hour after sunset daily.

The mountain trail features specially designed steps and markings that allow visitors with varying abilities to reach the summit. This thoughtful design makes the peak accessible to a wider range of people seeking outdoor experience.

Location: Pulaski County

Inception: 1977

Address: Pinnacle Valley Road

Phone: +15018685806

Website: https://arkansasstateparks.com/parks/pinnacle-mountain-state-park

GPS coordinates: 34.84220,-92.48530

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02