Walnut Valley, a fashionable neighborhood northwest of downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, is at once “green” and progressively business savvy.
Within its parameters are tree-lined streets and homes that are the very epitome of American suburbia; paradoxically, residents are afforded easy access to downtown Little Rock and other points of interest throughout the city’s environs, as well as to recreational areas that appeal to hikers, bikers, and those who simply appreciate beautiful scenery.
Situated just west of I-630 and the Shackleford Road intersection, the area boasts an abundance of substantial “greenbelt” acreage – areas owned by the city that are protected from further development. One such example is protected acreage that lies along Grassy Flat Creek; the area sports a nature trail and bike path and is situated just north of Mara Lynn Road.
The largest city in the state of Arkansas, Little Rock proper lies along the Arkansas River, and was originally settled literally atop a rock. Walnut Valley is itself close to the banks of the river, yet far from the hustle and bustle of downtown Little Rock traffic and other issues that are normally associated with a more dense population.
Walnut Valley’s proximity to I-630 allows residents easy access to various points of interest throughout Little Rock, such as the Clinton Presidential Library and the Museum of Discovery, both located near Little Rock’s downtown area. Conversely, once downtown excursions come to a halt, residents return to a “haven” that has very nearly a small town feel.
Truly, Walnut Valley provides the best of both worlds: Natural beauty amid a plethora of cosmopolitan shops and businesses, coupled with easy access to cultural and entertaining attractions.