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Petit Jean State Park

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Rd, Morrilton, AR
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912ft
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Petit Jean State Park is a beautiful and scenic park located in Arkansas. It is situated on top of a forested mountain and offers easy access to great trails, sights, and Mt. Nebo. There are a variety of hiking trails for all levels of ability, including the Cedar Creek Trail, which has a good deal of elevation change but is beautiful. The park also includes a variety of historical landmarks, such as the Petit Jean grave site, which offers breathtaking views of the valley below. There is also a log lodge with a restaurant and a swimming pool for campers. The park has a variety of campsites, including full hookup sites, water and electric sites, and tent sites. The sites are spacious, some with great views of the lake, and include a fire pit, picnic table, and post for hanging a lantern. Some of the sites are pull-throughs, and most are shaded by huge pine trees. There is also an overflow camping area along Lake Bailey for $5. Highway 154 runs through the park, but the speed limit is low, so traffic noise is not too bad. Petit Jean State Park is a great place to visit for its stunning scenery, excellent facilities, and ample hiking opportunities. Be sure to make a point to visit the Petit Jean burial site to take in the incredible views!

Amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet Friendly
  • Cabins
  • Tenting
  • Playground
  • 30 Amp
  • 50 Amp
  • 20 Amp
  • Water Hookup
  • Sewer Hookup
  • Potable Water
  • Camp Bar
  • Marina
  • Communal Kitchen
  • Camp Store
  • Back In Site
  • Pull Thru Site
  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Dump Station
  • Full Hookup
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Activities

  • Hiking
  • Fishing

From The Campground

Petit Jean State Park is a beautiful and mystical park located in Morrilton, Arkansas. The park offers a variety of lodging options including lodges, cabins, and camping. The lodges come equipped with two full or queen beds and some are pet-friendly. The cabins are available year-round and range from one-bedroom rustic designs to fully furnished cabins with all-electric kitchens, cooking utensils, tableware, bed and bath linens, and wood-burning fireplaces. The park also offers group facilities, boats/marinas, and pools/beaches. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking on the park's many trails, fishing, boating, and swimming. The park is also a certified Trail of Tears National Historic Trail Site and visitors can view a portion of this historic route from the overlook at Stout’s Point. Interpreters lead programs and special events throughout the year showcasing the uniqueness of this park. Come discover the beautiful, mystical qualities of Arkansas’s first state park.
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(501) 727-5441

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