No matter what open-air pursuits you’re interested in, Metro Little Rock won’t disappoint. Golfers can enjoy pristine greens at any of the area’s numerous courses, while the nature-enshrouded Arkansas River Trail lends itself to running and cycling. There are also opportunities to enjoy kickball, tennis, volleyball, soccer or water sports. Or you can just sit back, relax and watch the game. College basketball, minor league baseball and—twice a year—college football, are all played here.

Cycling

Bike Arkansas
www.BikeArkansas.com
Bike Arkansas’ website lists all of Arkansas’ bike clubs, race information and a guide to trails that can be found in cities, state parks and national parks througout the state.

Central Arkansas Recreational Peddlers Club
www.CARPClub.com
The Central Arkansas Recreational Peddlers Club is a group of mountain bike enthusiasts who love riding single-track trails at Camp Robinson in North Little Rock. The club’s website offers maps, information on trails and more.

Golfing
(For more information on Metro Little Rock golf courses, check out ArkansasSports360.com's Executive Golfer Guide.)

Burns Park Golf Course
30 Championship Drive, North Little Rock
(501) 758-5800
One of the best public courses in the state, Burns Park in North Little Rock offers two 18-hole layouts.

The First Tee of Central Arkansas
#1 The First Tee Way, Little Rock
(501) 562-4653
www.TheFirstTeeLittleRock.org
The First Tee has several amenities for golfers looking to work on their game, including a 3,428-yard nine-hole championship course, a nine-hole par-three course and a 15-acre driving range, putting green and chipping area.

Hindman Park Golf Course
60 Brookview Drive, Little Rock
(501) 565-6450
www.LittleRock.org/ParksRecreation/GolfCourses
Hindman Park is one of Little Rock’s most attractive and challenging courses. The 18-hole, par-72 course boasts a wooded setting with scenic vistas.

Rebsamen Golf Course
3400 Rebsamen Park Road, Little Rock
(501) 666-7965
www.LittleRock.org/ParksRecreation/GolfCourses
Rebsamen Golf Course is located along the Arkansas River, adjacent to Murray Park. Rebsamen offers golfers a par-72, 18-hole championship course and a nine-hole executive course.

StoneLinks Golf Course
110 Arkansas Highway 391 N., North Little Rock
(501) 945-0945
www.StoneLinks.net
The true links-style course was recently named the fifth best public course in Arkansas. It features wide-open landing areas, pot bunkers and four sets of tees, and is only 15 minutes from downtown Little Rock.

War Memorial Golf Course
5511 W. Markham St., Little Rock
(501) 663-0854
www.LittleRock.org/ParksRecreation/GolfCourses
Located in the heart of Little Rock, War Memorial Golf Course features a fast-playing, par-65 18-hole golf course with reconstructed tees and greens.

Hunting/Fishing

Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
2 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock
(501) 223-6300
www.AGFC.com
Arkansas has a lot to offer sportsmen. Just southeast of central Arkansas, the city of Stuttgart is known as the duck capital of the world, while three lakes southwest in Hot Springs offer fishing and boating enthusiasts an outdoor playground.

Kickball

Little Rock Kickball Association
Interstate Park, Little Rock
(501) 563-1244
www.LRKickball.com
Serious sounding name – less serious sounding organization. Sure, it’s exercise, and somewhat competitive, but fun is first and foremost with this group.

Parks

Allsopp Park
3700 Cedar Hill Road, Little Rock
(501) 371-4770
www.LRPR.org
Allsopp Park features popular biking and hiking trails, and a 7-acre activity area including a ball field, playground, pavilion and tennis courts.

Burns Park
Interstate 40, Exit 150, North Little Rock
(501) 791-8537
www.NorthLittleRock.Travel
With 1,600 acres, Burns Park is one of the largest city-owned parks in the country. The park boasts ballparks, hiking trails, a BMX bike track, two disc golf courses, playgrounds, soccer fields, a tennis and racquetball complex, and a golf course.

Julius Breckling Riverfront Park
LaHarpe Blvd. & President Clinton Ave.,
Little Rock
(501) 371-4470
www.LRPR.org
Located downtown off LaHarpe Boulevard, this park features the Riverfest Amphitheater, the nearby River Market district, the Peabody Playground and the Ozark Pavilion.

MacArthur Park
601 E. Ninth St., Little Rock
(501) 371-4470
www.LRPR.org
MacArthur Park is the city’s oldest municipal park. Outdoor facilities include brick promenades, a pavilion that is available for rental, a bocce ball court and scenic contemplation gardens.

Maumelle Park
9009 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock
(501) 868-9477
Nature lovers can visit the 2,000-acre site, which offers hiking trails, two of which lead to the peak of Pinnacle Mountain, environment education programs, picnic shelters, a boat ramp and a playground.

Murray Park
Rebsamen Park Road, Little Rock
(501) 371-4770
www.LRPR.org
Alongside the Arkansas River, this park has eight busy pavilions, three soccer fields, two playgrounds (one handicapped accessible) and a boat dock.

North Shore Riverwalk
Willow St. & Riverfront Dr., North Little Rock
(501) 758-1424
www.NorthLittleRock.Travel
On the north side of the Arkansas River, this 3.5-acre park offers picturesque views, lighted walkways and a jogging trail. Families will enjoy the many picnic sites and open play areas.

Pinnacle Mountain State Park
11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock
(501) 868-5806
www.ArkansasStateParks.com
Hike the park trails for views of the Arkansas River, or stop at the visitor center for interactive displays on Arkansas’ natural wonders. The park also has a playground and Kingfisher Trail for those with young children who can’t make a steep hike.

War Memorial Park
1 Stadium Drive, Little Rock
(501) 663-6385
www.WarMemorialStadium.Arkansas.gov
War Memorial Park houses War Memorial Stadium and a public golf course, along with a children’s fishing pond, bike trails, tennis courts and a swimming pool.

Running

Arkansas Runner
www.ArkansasRunner.com
Find a local running club through this site; there are groups all across Metro Little Rock – from the Maumelle Running Club to the Cabot Country Cruisers. The latest race news, results and registration information are also available.

Arkansas Ultra Running Association
www.RunArkansas.com
AURA is an organized group of ultra and trail running enthusiasts who travel throughout the state to participate in ultra marathons.

Soccer

Arkansas Soccer Club
www.ArkansasSoccerClub.com
he website includes information about kids’ soccer camps and local soccer teams, as well as a helpful field locator.

Arkansas State Soccer Association
1100 E. Kiehl, Suite 3, Sherwood
(501) 833-0550
www.ArkansasSoccer.org
This is the ultimate Arkansas soccer resource for both adults and youth. Find information on local events and leagues, programs and state clubs.

Tennis

Arkansas Tennis Association
2024 Arkansas Valley Dr., #302, Little Rock
(501) 227-7611
www.ArkTennis.com
ATA offers junior, adult and league tennis, as well as tournament and competitive play across the state. The central Arkansas community tennis associations are listed online.

Burns Park Tennis Center
4000 Joe Poch Road, North Little Rock
(501) 791-8585
www.BurnsParkTennis.com
The pay-as-you-come tennis facility offers lighted, heated and ventilated indoor and outdoor courts. Additionally, there are air-conditioned racquetball and wallyball courts.

Rebsamen Tennis Center
1501 Leisure Place, Little Rock
(501) 664-0736
www.RebTennis.com
This facility has 17 lighted, hard-surface courts. Users can rent racquets, balls and a ball machine, and three backboards are available for free use.

Volleyball

Central Arkansas Volleyball Association
www.CAVBA.org
Murray Park fills up on fair-weathered Saturdays around noon with sand volleyball players. They’re part of the association, which coordinates indoor and outdoor open play, leagues and tournaments throughout the year.

Water Sports

Arkansas Canoe Club
www.ArkansasCanoeClub.com
This club consists of more than 600 members representing seven chapters who get together in Arkansas to canoe rivers, streams and lakes.

Arkansas River
www.USACE.Army.mil
Pulaski County’s portion of the Arkansas River, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is suitable for a variety of water sports, like fishing, but swimming is dangerous and not allowed.

Lake Maumelle
www.Arkansas.com/Lakes-Rivers/Maumelle
Although this lake serves as the water supply for Little Rock (swimming is not allowed), it’s also one of the most popular sailing and fishing sites in the area.

Metro Little Rock Sports Teams

Arkansas Travelers
400 W. Broadway, North Little Rock
(501) 664-3015 / Travs.com
The Arkansas Travelers are the Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. The team plays at the new Dickey-Stephens Park, which can hold up to 7,000 people and features wide concourses, a large concessions menu, and a great view of Little Rock’s downtown skyline.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Trojans
2801 S. University Ave., Little Rock
(501) 565-8257 / UALRTrojans.com
Catch an exciting basketball game inside the state-of-the-art 5,600-seat Jack Stephens Center, home to the UALR Trojan’s men’s and women’s basketball teams (NCAA Division I). The women’s team is fresh off their first NCAA tournament appearance after four consecutive seasons with more than 20 wins.

University of Arkansas Razorbacks
War Memorial Stadium, Little Rock
(800) 982-4647
www.ArkansasRazorbacks.com
The NCAA Division I University of Arkansas Razorbacks call War Memorial Stadium their second home for two games each year. Fans make the most of the high-energy atmosphere at War Memorial with plenty of tailgate parties and barbecues before the games.