There’s a pleasant boardwalk stroll that will transport you from the busy city of Little Rock to a peaceful wetland setting. This trail is quite a unique way to enjoy the restored natural beauty of central Arkansas. Let’s relax and take a boardwalk break.
Attractions are endless in Little Rock but there’s one place in particular that’s a hidden gem.
Google/Anne Haynes The William E. “Bill” Clark Presidential Park Wetlands is tucked away between the Clinton Museum and the Arkansas River. It’s located along President Clinton Ave., Little Rock, AR 72201.
The boardwalk is the perfect balance of scenic cityscape and relaxing nature walk.
Google/Gayle Nicholson The views are simply breathtaking at any angle.
The trail circles around the 13 acres of restored wetland.
Google/Kourtney DeRouen Before restorations, the area had been a trash-filled storm drain runoff. It’s always great to see efforts to restore places to their natural state. It’s our motto, after all.
Different sculptures are scattered all along the trail.
Google/Ray Killen The park was named in honor of Bill Clark, a local political leader and outdoor enthusiast.
The wetland area is also houses the largest bat box in Arkansas.
Google/Lisa Barger Multiple species share the box but the Brazillian Free-Tailed is the most common to spot.
All sorts of wildlife make their home in this wetland.
Flickr/Henry T. McLin Along your hike you may spot birds like the Great Egret, Green Heron, Solitary Sandpiper, Belted Kingfisher, or Baltimore Oriole. Turtles, snakes, and fish are also common to see.
The trail is the perfect nature break for your family’s trip to the big city.
Google/Ronda Dillon The outdoor environmental classroom makes this walk fun and educational.
This is one boardwalk trail that everyone will enjoy.
Google/Dre Akbad Thorton The unique trail is the perfect escape to recharge from the hustle and bustle of Little Rock.
Did you know about this city-centered wetland? Have you strolled along the boardwalk before? Share with us in the comments below!
Google/Anne Haynes
The William E. “Bill” Clark Presidential Park Wetlands is tucked away between the Clinton Museum and the Arkansas River. It’s located along President Clinton Ave., Little Rock, AR 72201.
Google/Gayle Nicholson
The views are simply breathtaking at any angle.
Google/Kourtney DeRouen
Before restorations, the area had been a trash-filled storm drain runoff. It’s always great to see efforts to restore places to their natural state. It’s our motto, after all.
Google/Ray Killen
The park was named in honor of Bill Clark, a local political leader and outdoor enthusiast.
Google/Lisa Barger
Multiple species share the box but the Brazillian Free-Tailed is the most common to spot.
Flickr/Henry T. McLin
Along your hike you may spot birds like the Great Egret, Green Heron, Solitary Sandpiper, Belted Kingfisher, or Baltimore Oriole. Turtles, snakes, and fish are also common to see.
Google/Ronda Dillon
The outdoor environmental classroom makes this walk fun and educational.
Google/Dre Akbad Thorton
The unique trail is the perfect escape to recharge from the hustle and bustle of Little Rock.
Just north of this area is an unbelievably beautiful park that you really need to see for yourself.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
