Wingate Lake

Pulaski County, Arkansas

Wingate Lake is in Little Rock, Arkansas, the state capital. Named for Count Casimir Pulaski, who saved George Washington’s life, Pulaski County is the most populous county in Arkansas with around 392,000 people.

The closest major airport to Wingate Lake is Bill and Hillary Clinton National and is under 15 minutes away. Urgent care can be found at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary, five minutes away.

Stock up on snacks and groceries at Kroger, four minutes away. Locals recommend restaurants such as Layla’s Gyro, Cantina Laredo, Big Orange: Midtown Little Rock, and The Pantry Restaurant.

Backyard Paradise

Despite its smaller size, Wingate Lake is still able to offer some great fishing. Anglers can expect to find largemouth bass, bluegill, rock bass, spotted bass, freshwater drum, smallmouth bass, black bullhead catfish, and Australian bass.

Entertainment Options

Many museums surround this lake, perfect for those seeking history or artwork. The top museums are the William J. Clinton Library and Museum, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Discovery, the Old State House Museum, and the Historic Arkansas Museum.

Little Rock Zoo is great for all ages, featuring a variety of animals, a train, and a carousel.

Discover Little Rock

Little Rock offers additional fun things to do. Little Rock is famous for its breweries, and the city has a strong nightlife filled with lots of opportunities for live music. On top of that, there is a wide variety of eclectic cuisine to choose from.

Explore Nature

Nature-lovers should visit 2,356-acre Pinnacle Mountain State Park. This park offers great, albeit challenging, hiking and is pet-friendly. The view at the top of the summit is unbeatable.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Wingate Lake is an excellent choice.