FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Roland, AR – Arkansas State Parks is excited to announce the opening of the new drive leading to the Pinnacle Mountain State Park Visitor Center and the West Summit Trail. As part of the greater Maumelle Pinnacle Masterplan, this improvement establishes this location as being a launching point for adventure. Whether you and your family want to fish at Lake Maumelle, ride the Monument Trails at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, hike Blue Mountain trails or rock climb at Rattlesnake Ridge, set out for an overnight backpacking trip on the Ouachita Trail, the new Visitor Center can anchor your visit.
The new drive leads directly to where guests can take advantage of ample parking, amenities, restrooms, bike trails, the new track chair-accessible trails and hiking trails. Additionally, the park now features accessible walkways connecting the West Summit parking area to the Visitor Center. This ensures easy access for strollers and wheelchairs to the playground and other hard surface trails allowing visitors of all mobility levels to enjoy the park’s amenities.
“The new entrance and visitor center at Pinnacle Mountain State Park delivers on our efforts to connect the entire Maumelle Pinnacle Conservation area and be the anchor for visitors to access enhanced amenities. By improving the experience, we welcome more people into the outdoors and enrich the lives of all who visit. While this is a big moment for us, we are not finished with improving the experience at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, establishing Central Arkansas’ recreation as one of the most special outdoor spaces in the country.” Shea Lewis, Secretary of Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, said.
Guests are invited to drive the new route to the Pinnacle Mountain State Park Visitor Center, explore the exhibits, take advantage of programming and set out on the West Summit Trail for an unforgettable experience.
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Arkansas State Parks
Arkansas State Parks is a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. Arkansas state parks and museums cover 55,006 acres of forest, wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation facilities, and unique historic and cultural resources. Established in 1923, Arkansas State Parks preserve special places for future generations, provide quality recreation and education opportunities, enhance the state’s economy through tourism and provide leadership in resource conservation. Connect with ASP on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and visit ArkansasStateParks.com and ArkansasStateParks.com/media to learn more.
Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism
The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism protects and promotes our state’s natural, cultural and historic assets, contributing to a thriving economy and high quality of life. It is made up of three divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism.
