LRAFB is the nation's only C-130 training facility.
Dupree Park: Where the community meets to play.
Catch of the day? Relaxing with the whole family.
At the military museum, every day is Veterans Day.
The Jacksonville Shooting Complex is on target for family fun.
The Splash Zone is one of the coolest spots in town.

Come Visit Jacksonville!

Watch the video to get a snapshot of everything Jacksonville has to offer. Stop in for a fun-filled day with the kids, grab a bite to eat, or stay at one of our many hotels.  We look forward to you visiting our growing city in the heart of central Arkansas. 

Recent News & Events

The Titans Obstacle Course is an obstacle race for kids ages 6-15 as an end-of-summer adventure that they won’t want to miss. Kids will navigate through fun and challenging obstacles including a mud run, slip n’ slide, tire run, noodle jump, and many more!

Celebrate the Fourth of July with a BANG! Get a front-row seat to the annual Big Bang on the Range Firework Show at the Jacksonville Shooting Sports Complex on July 4th. As one of the largest fireworks shows in central Arkansas, it's sure to be a great time!

Lots of hungry fish will be biting at the 26th Annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 17 at the Jacksonville Shooting Sports Complex Lake.

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Attractions in the Area

Jacksonville’s central location makes it the ideal place to stay while exploring Arkansas. Some of the state’s major attractions are only a short drive away. You can hear live music in the River Market entertainment district or revisit history at the Clinton Library in downtown Little Rock. Then visit the top-notch Little Rock Zoo, swim in the pristine waters of Greers Ferry Lake or browse the discount shops at the Outlets of Little Rock.

 

Rivermarket

14 miles away | 17 in drivetime

Click here to visit the Rivermarket Website

Little Rock Zoo

19 miles away | 20 min drive

Click here to visit the Little Rock Zoo Website

Outlet Mall

26 miles away | 28 minute drivetime

Click here to visit the Outlet Mall Website

Greers Ferry Lake

53 miles away | 1 hour drivetime

Click here to Visit the Greers Ferry Lake Website

Clinton Library

14 miles away | 16 min drivetime

Click here to visit the Clinton Library Website

LR Airport

15 miles away | 18 min drivetime

Click here to visit the Little Rock Airport Website