If the cold weather and gray skies are getting to you and your kids, Little Rock, Arkansas and vicinity is the perfect family travel destination for a winter escape. With its normally mild winters, you can watch the ponies race at Oaklawn Park, go to the zoo, find a cheap weekend getaway for a family vacation, or avail yourself of some great Arkansas hunting and fishing.
You’ll find a variety of inviting places great for the whole family where you can get rid of those winter blues.
Clinton Presidential Library
The highly touted Clinton Presidential Library in the River Market District of downtown Little Rock, is an amazing place for the entire family. Filled with activities for kids and adults, the Clinton Library includes replicas of the Oval Office, exhibits, classes, and special events. In fact, it’s a “must see” for anyone living in or visiting the United States.
Oaklawn Park
This year the schedule for Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, Arkansas began on January 13 and concludes with Arkansas Derby Day on April 14. A mere one-hour drive from downtown Little Rock, Oaklawn Park is a great place to spend a few days or an afternoon. Historic downtown Hot Springs is just a few minutes away from the racetrack. The kids will love seeing the horses up close in the paddock area and watching those beautiful thoroughbreds run.
Little Rock Zoo Package
With its normally mild winters, taking the kids to the zoo is comfortable, entertaining, and fun. The Hampton Inn Suites in downtown Little Rock offers a zoo package which includes a room with two queen-size beds, breakfast, and up to four tickets to the Little Rock Zoo. Cost is between $119.00 and $129.00 plus tax.
Arkansas Fishing Vacation Package
Just an hour and twenty-minutes from Little Rock is Lindsey’s Resort in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Their Little Red River Guided Fishing Package includes three nights lodging for two people, 2 two days of guided spin fishing at the vacation resort fishing for trout, and all the bait and tackle you need. Contact Lindsey’s for cost of additional guests.
You don’t need to spend big bucks for your family’s winter escape. There is so much to see and do of interest in Little Rock, Arkansas and nearby areas. It truly is the “Natural State”.
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