Ultra Distance Cycling in Arkansas

Little Rock Area

Start

The rides will start in Murray Park Picnic Area at 6:30am. Murray Park has 2 entrances. The western entrance (closer to the bridge) is labeled "Murray Park" with "Picnic Area" as a subtitle. Meet in the parking lot near pavillions 1 & 2.

Lodging

Here are a few options to consider for your stay. Let me know of your experiences so I can keep this list updated.

The Peabody and Holiday Inn Select are two of the nicer hotels.

La Quinta is reasonably priced and a short drive from Murray Park.

You might also consider camping in Burns Park (description) in North Little Rock. It is only a short bike ride across the bridge from the start.

Restaurants

Loca Luna and Vieux Carre are two good local bistros.

Local Sights

You will see and ride across the highest and longest pedestrian/bicycle bridge in the world at the beginning of the routes.

The William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is in downtown Little Rock.