About Little Rock Air Force Base

Jacksonville, Arkansas
Ideally located in Central Arkansas, Jacksonville is within 15 minutes of Little Rock, the capital city. Today Jacksonville is home to more than 31,000 people, making it the 11th largest in the state.  As a major part of the economy and livelihood, the Little Rock Air Force Base (LRAFB) is the City's largest employer. Much of the growth in the City is attributed to the LRAFB, which is the only C-130 training facility in the world for the Department of Defense.  At the entrance to the Base, the public can see an actual C-130 and read about its extensive history prior to being retired.  Jacksonville is also home to many restaurants, hotels and fun activities'such as festivals, water parks and golf courses.

Cabot, Arkansas
Located just minutes northeast of Jacksonville, Cabot is home to much of the LRAFB population.  Cabot is the third fastest growing city in the state of Arkansas with a population of approximately 24,000.  The city of Cabot also offers an assortment of restaurants, hotels, shopping and fun activities.

Both Jacksonville and Cabot are perfect areas for progress due to their location just minutes from the heart of Little Rock, the state's largest city.  Citizens can enjoy all the amenities offered by nearby Little Rock and can quickly come home to a warm and friendly, smaller hometown lifestyle. 

This area is ideal for wooded landscapes, rolling hills, beautiful homes to fit any budget and great schools.  If a sportsman's paradise is more your style, you will love the hunting, fishing and golfing opportunities available in these areas.  Just a short drive away and you can be on one of the many beautiful recreational lakes located in Arkansas. 

If the big city is more to your liking, Little Rock has lots to offer including The River Market, the Clinton Presidential Library, Museum of Discovery, the Arkansas Arts Center, Wild River Country, just to name a few of the fun activities.  There are many walking/biking trails, pools and parks.  Verizon Arena is home to many events such as concerts, sporting events and much more.

Links

City of Jacksonville

Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

Jacksonville School System

City of Cabot

Cabot Chamber of Commerce

Cabot School System

Arkansas State Parks