Big Dam Bridge – Arkansas River Trail loop from Rodney Parham Rd & AR Valley Dr

Big Dam Bridge – Arkansas River Trail loop from Rodney Parham Rd & AR Valley Dr

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Big Dam Bridge – Arkansas River Trail loop from Rodney Parham Rd & AR Valley Dr

02:01

43.5km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.19 km

Murray Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

The Arkansas River Trail is pretty much the perfect bike trail, although active efforts are underway to make it even better and more accessible to all users.

In the meantime, …

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8.52 km

Big Dam Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Big Dam Bridge is the longest bridge built specifically for pedestrians and cyclists in North America, spanning 4,226 feet across the Arkansas River.

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9.30 km

Arkansas River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Arkansas River Trail is a great trail that runs on both sides of the river. In total, the trail is almost 16-miles long. This section is on the North …

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21.7 km

Fountain Display at William J. Clinton Library and Museum

Highlight • Monument

This fountain is located in the centerpiece of the grounds of the William J. Clinton Library and Museum, the Celebration Circle. A time capsule is buried in the center of the paved circle.

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22.7 km

Julius Breckling Riverfront Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This park, spanning 39 acres along the Arkansas River in the downtown area, features diverse trails, plazas, fountains, and stunning views throughout. Signs in the area provide information about the city of Little Rock.

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23.5 km

Old State House Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The Old State House Museum is in the building that was once the state's first capitol building. The museum has exhibits about Arkansas's history.

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24.6 km

View of the Broadway Bridge and Little Rock Skyline

Highlight • Viewpoint

36.4 km

Arkansas River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Arkansas River Trail is a 15.6-mile paved multi-use trail that forms a long loop along the shores of the Arkansas River through the city of Little Rock.

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43.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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