Arkansas State Park Events

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Our interpretive guides routinely schedule fun, family-friendly adventures that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 15,000 activities each year, including outdoor recreation skills demonstrations and workshops, guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding walks, kayak tours, living history activities, nature games, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, school field trips, and much more — there’s something going on all the time! Use the search filters to view specific parks, dates, or topics.

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Jun 13
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Tour

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Marina to explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 11:00am

Free Fishing Weekend Fishing Derby

3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Fishing is fun for all ages and this weekend it is time to catch the big one. Enjoy Lake Charles State Park and participate in our annual fishing derby sponsored by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Although all family members are encouraged to...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 9:30am

Casting 101

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the boathouse for a lesson on casting as part of your fishing adventure. This is a great, quick program for beginners who haven’t casted before. Bring along your own rod or we will have a handful of rods you can practice...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Fishing Derby

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Hook, line, and sinker! See if you can catch a fish at Petit Jean State Park. The derby is open to children ages 15 and under. Parents are welcome to help, but the kids must do the fishing. Bring your own bait and tackle. Fish are stocked and door...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 10:00am

Catch of the Day

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 9:30am

Knot Knowing is Half the Fun

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Want to know how you can make good connections while fishing at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on knot tying demonstration where you will discover how to make some of the strongest connections. No previous experience...
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Jun 13
9:30am - 10:30am

Bat Detectives: Tracking the Night Shift Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Bats may rule the night, but their story is written across the landscape during the day. Join a Park Interpreter for a 1 mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack as we search for the places bats rest, raise their young, and survive between nightly hunts.
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Jun 13
9:30am - 10:00am

The Hunt for Fish on Lake Bailey

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Part of being a great fisherman is being a great hunter. The fish hide and sneak around the lake, so how can you know where to cast? Join a park interpreter at the boathouse to discover how to find, cast, and catch these fishy friends. This program...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Cane Pole Test Drive

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
For generations, the waters of Lake Chicot have provided food and survival. In conjunction with the Family Fishing Derby, this come-and-go experience allows participants to borrow a handmade cane pole from the marina and connect with the fishing...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Summer Wildflower Hike

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter in hiking the Spider Creek Trail in search of wildflowers that call Crowley’s Ridge home. This is a 1.0-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather.
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Jun 13
10:00am - 1:00pm

Free Fishing Weekend Booth

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend is an annual event allowing residents and non-residents to fish without a license. The event is designed to encourage visitors to experience the joys of fishing and to appreciate Arkansas' natural resources. This weekend...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 12:00pm

Kate Adams Lake Fishing Workshop

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Get started fishing during Free Fishing Weekend in the beautiful Arkansas Delta! Meet at the Arkansas City Trailhead office before caravanning in your vehicle a short distance to Kate Adams Lake. A park interpreter will guide you through setting up...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Jig Tying

7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
The most successful angler is a keen observer of nature. Jigs are a customizable tackle option perfect for imitating a variety of favorite fish foods! Join the park interpreter in making our very own hand-tied tackle for a great time on the water.
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Fishing Basics

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
What do you know about fishing? Can you cast a line, bait a hook, or catch a fish? Join a park interpreter to learn all the basics of fishing and try your hand at catching some fish from the bank. Wear weather-appropriate clothing. Bring insect...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 10:45am

Catfish are Quite the Catch

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join us on Free Fishing Weekend and find out why the catfish is one of Arkansas' most important fish. Together, we'll dive into the dirty details of the different types of large catfish in the waters at Pinnacle Mountain State Park and discover where...
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