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Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Little Rock, AR

Nature

A cone-shaped peak just west of Little Rock with steep rocky trails to the summit and views over the Arkansas River valley. The west summit trail is easier; an arboretum loop at the base is flat.

Nearest town
Little Rock, AR
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
34.8395, -92.4830

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Burns Park - RV CampgroundMotorhome stopover
    10 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park · 54 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Camp Robinson SUA Camp GroundCampsite
    13 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park
  • Downtown Riverside RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    14 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park · 61 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Toad Suck Ferry CampgroundCampsite
    17 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park
  • Motorhome stopover · Little RockMotorhome stopover
    19 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park
    MotorhomesWaste disposal
  • Harris Brake Lake ResortCampsite
    20 mi from Pinnacle Mountain State Park

All campsites in Arkansas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Pinnacle Mountain State Park?

Pinnacle Mountain State Park is in Little Rock, AR, at GPS 34.8395, -92.4830. It is about 40 mi from Hot Springs.

Can you camp near Pinnacle Mountain State Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Burns Park - RV Campground, about 10 mi away; within 25 mi there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Pinnacle Mountain State Park?

Pinnacle Mountain State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Arkansas River Valley: Petit Jean, Mount Nebo and Mount Magazine.

What is there to see near Pinnacle Mountain State Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site (13 mi), Petit Jean State Park (32 mi), Bathhouse Row (39 mi) and Garvan Woodland Gardens (42 mi).

When is the best time to visit Pinnacle Mountain State Park?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)