Meet the Director

Leland Couch serves as the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Little Rock. He has more than fifteen years of experience in various operations roles within Little Rock Parks and Recreation before being appointed Parks Director in 2022. A Registered Landscape Architect, Leland earned his Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and has dedicated his career to creating vibrant, sustainable public spaces that strengthen communities.

He holds multiple professional certifications, including:

  • Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
  • Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
  • Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO)
  • Arkansas Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional (ACNLP)
  • Certified Intermediate Sawyer

Leland is an active member of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA), where he collaborates with peers to advance innovation and best practices in parks and recreation.

As Director, Leland is committed to shaping a parks system that is inclusive, resilient, and future-focused prioritizing environmental stewardship, equitable access, and regional connectivity. His vision is to transform Little Rock’s parks into dynamic spaces that inspire recreation, foster community engagement, and enhance quality of life for all residents.

A native of Little Rock, Leland resides in midtown with his two young children. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, mountain biking, camping, and spending time at the lake—activities that reflect his lifelong passion for the outdoors.

Leland Couch, Director
Little Rock Parks & Recreation
500 W Markham St, Room #108
Little Rock, AR 72201
lcouch@littlerock.gov

Little Rock Parks and Recreation Directory

Parks Director371-4770
Parks Administration371-4520
Park Operations371-4644
Recreation Services371-6855
Safety & Training918-5276
Volunteer Opportunities371-6844
Little Rock Marathon371-4639
Parks Maintenance371-6850
Marketing & Communications371-6843
Pavilion Reservations371-4770
Dunbar Community Center376-1084
Southwest Community Center918-3975
Stephens Community Center603-9974
West Central Community Center379-1890
Therapeutic Recreation570-1131
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History376-4602
Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center664-6976
First Tee Golf Course379-1544
Rebsamen Golf Course666-7965
Rebsamen Tennis Center664-0736
Aging & Active Programs375-9132
Adult Athletics371-6859
Youth Programs371-6855
Summer Playground Program371-6858