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Petit Jean

United States, Arkansas

Petit Jean

LocationUnited States, Arkansas
RegionArkansas
TypeState Park
Coordinates35.1275°, -92.9192°
Established1923
Area14.05
Nearest CityMorrilton (12 mi)
Major CityLittle Rock (65 mi)

About Petit Jean

Arkansas's first state park, established in 1923 and named for a legendary French explorer. The park features dramatic Cedar Creek canyon, 95-foot Cedar Falls, 100-acre Lake Bailey, and the historic Mather Lodge built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.