Little Rock Golf Trip Planning Guide
Little Rock is the capital-city golf trip that nobody has on their radar. The courses are solid and absurdly affordable, the River Market district has legitimate nightlife and restaurants, and the overall cost of the trip is among the lowest in the region. The Arkansas River setting adds character, and the proximity to Hot Springs (60 min) means you can add a day trip for variety. A budget-conscious group's dream.
4 courses · 4 restaurants · 4 bars · 4 activities
Quick Facts
Spring, Fall
LIT (10 min drive)
$20–$350
$300/night
2 of 4
~$273/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Little Rock. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
The Alotian Club — parkland, $200–$350 · 4.9★
Tom Fazio design ranked among the top 50 courses in America — ultra-private but accessible through member invitations and charity events
Doe's Eat Place — steakhouse, $$$
Arkansas steakhouse legend since 1941 — massive porterhouses cooked in a converted house. Bring your appetite and your group.
The Library Kitchen + Lounge — cocktail · Open late
Little Rock's best cocktail bar with craft drinks, exposed brick, and a speakeasy atmosphere in River Market
Day 2
Chenal Country Club — parkland, $55–$95 · 4.5★
Robert Trent Jones Jr. 36-hole facility — two championship courses through Ozark foothills with excellent conditioning and resort-quality amenities
River Market Bar Crawl — half day, $25–$60/pp
Walk the River Market district hitting breweries, cocktail bars, and music venues along the Arkansas River
Whole Hog Cafe — bbq, $
Little Rock BBQ with seven sauce options and solid smoked meats — multiple locations and reliably group-friendly
Flyway Brewing — brewpub
River Market craft brewery with a big taproom, rooftop patio, and rotating food trucks
Day 3
Rebsamen Park Golf Course — parkland, $20–$35 · 4.3★
Classic Little Rock muni on the Arkansas River — mature trees, good greens, and the best value in the city
Big Rock Fun Park — 2-3 hours, $25–$50/pp
Go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games — competitive group activity that doesn't take itself too seriously
The Pantry — farm to-table, $$$
European-Czech inspired farm-to-table in SoMa — creative seasonal menu that's become Little Rock's best fine dining
White Water Tavern — dive · Open late
Little Rock music institution with live bands, cheap beer, and a covered patio — the real Arkansas experience
Course-by-Course Guide
Little Rock has 4 courses worth playing, including 1 bucket-list tier layout. 2 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Chenal Country Club
PremiumRobert Trent Jones Jr. 36-hole facility — two championship courses through Ozark foothills with excellent conditioning and resort-quality amenities
Rebsamen Park Golf Course
SolidClassic Little Rock muni on the Arkansas River — mature trees, good greens, and the best value in the city
Maumelle Country Club
SolidSemi-private club with public access — rolling Ozark-edge terrain through pines with reasonable green fees
The Alotian Club
Bucket ListTom Fazio design ranked among the top 50 courses in America — ultra-private but accessible through member invitations and charity events
Where to Stay
Little Rock has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $300/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$350–$1100/night
Sleeps 12–18 · West Little Rock / Chenal area
$300–$900/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Downtown / River Market / SoMa district
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Doe's Eat Place
$$$Arkansas steakhouse legend since 1941 — massive porterhouses cooked in a converted house. Bring your appetite and your group.
Whole Hog Cafe
$Little Rock BBQ with seven sauce options and solid smoked meats — multiple locations and reliably group-friendly
The Pantry
$$$European-Czech inspired farm-to-table in SoMa — creative seasonal menu that's become Little Rock's best fine dining
Taqueria El Palenque
$Authentic Mexican in a strip mall — the real deal with street tacos, birria, and cheap margaritas
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 3 stay open past midnight.
The Library Kitchen + Lounge
Late NightLittle Rock's best cocktail bar with craft drinks, exposed brick, and a speakeasy atmosphere in River Market
Flyway Brewing
River Market craft brewery with a big taproom, rooftop patio, and rotating food trucks
White Water Tavern
Late NightLittle Rock music institution with live bands, cheap beer, and a covered patio — the real Arkansas experience
Stickyz Rock 'n' Roll Chicken Shack
Late NightLive music, cold beer, and Southern fried chicken in River Market — the group hang spot for a casual night
Activities Beyond Golf
4 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
River Market Bar Crawl
Walk the River Market district hitting breweries, cocktail bars, and music venues along the Arkansas River
Big Rock Fun Park
Go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games — competitive group activity that doesn't take itself too seriously
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Short but steep summit hike with panoramic Arkansas River valley views — great morning warm-up before golf
Oaklawn Racing Casino (Hot Springs Day Trip)
60-min drive to Hot Springs for Oaklawn casino, Bathhouse Row, and a different golf course — solid day trip add-on
Getting There
Fly into Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) — it's a 10-minute drive to Little Rock. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Little Rock Party Bus and Arkansas Limo Service). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.