Who couldn't stand to save some money? If you're penny pinching but still want something fun to do, check out these fun, free things to do in Little Rock. Arkansas has lots of great little spots that won't cost you anything . . . except maybe a tank of gas.
Right outside of Little Rock in Roland is a great place for a family picnic and nature walk. Pinnacle is a day-use park with a few hiking trails, areas for camping and fishing and a great visitor's center. You can even participate in most of the park's special events for free, though for things like lake cruises, there's a fee. Take Exit #9 off I-430 at Little Rock and travel seven miles west on Ark. 10, then go two miles north on Ark. 300. 501-868-5806.
12. Joe Hogan State Fish Hatchery
Located in Lonoke, it's not too far from Arkansas and is a fun place to visit for kids. This state owned hatchery raises most of the fish that are used to stock Arkansas rivers and lakes and is one of the nation's largest warm-water fish hatcheries. It's also a great place to watch wildlife, specifically waterfowl. They have a great visitor's center with lots of information about aquaculture that is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Located on 23 Joe Hogan Ln in Lonoke, 501-676-6963.One of the greenest buildings in the nation is located in Little Rock and you can take a tour. Find out what makes Heifer International Headquarters so green and just want it means to be "green." Tours are offered Monday through Friday: 11am and 3pm. Located at 1 World Avenue, call 501-907-2600.
