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.