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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May 31
9:00am - 9:30am

Nature Sense

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Join a park interpreter to put your sense of sight, touch, smell and hearing to the test as you try to guess what natural wonders are found in Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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May 31
9:00am - 9:30am

Camp Oh No

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Something isn’t quite right with this campsite...can you spot what went wrong? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to investigate a “campsite oh no” scene and discover how simple Leave No Trace choices can make your trip more comfortable and...
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May 31
9:00am - 10:00am

Orienteering

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
No cell service at your campsite? No worries! Forgo the online map and learn how to use a compass with a park interpreter. We will discuss how to brush up on basic compass skills. (Program best suited for adults and kids 12+.)
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May 31
9:00am - 10:00am

Volunteer Hour

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
For this service hour, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive an assignment. Water, warm...
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May 31
10:00am - 10:45am

Adventure in the Ozarks Hike

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark Mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. At the conclusion of the program, you will have the...
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May 31
10:00am - 11:30am

Camp Ouachita Walking Tour

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a walking tour to learn the rich history of Lake Sylvia and Camp Ouachita. Explore the renovated and historic structures, view vintage photos and hear memories of the past as you take a stroll on the old cabin trail. The walk will be taken at a...
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May 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Join a park interpreter for an easy hike down the Pale Wood Trail where we will discover what nature has in store. Feel free to bring binoculars, field guides, and your nature questions. Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothes are...
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May 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Scavenger Hunt Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Are you up for the Scavenger Hunt Challenge? Join a park interpreter for a hike and game combined. Along the trail we’ll be on the lookout for many different items, animals, sounds and colors found in nature. This easy 1 1/4-mile long hike/game takes...
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May 31
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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May 31
10:00am - 10:30am

Beautiful Butterflies

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
How does a caterpillar become the beautiful butterfly that you see flying in the park? Join the park interpreter to discover the answer and make a craft to take home.
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May 31
10:00am - 10:45am

Communi-Trees Hike

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join Park Superintendent Nathan on a 1.5-mile guided hike along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and learn more about their role in the Daisy...
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May 31
10:00am - 12:00pm

"Birding along Owl Pass" Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Are you a birder or wanting to get into it? We have a great opportunity to go down the newly built Owl Pass Trail from the visitor center to the Arboretum which parallels the Little Maumelle River. This 2.5-mile round trip walk will be on pavement...
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May 31
11:00am - 11:45am

What's the Catch?

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret superpower of a fish—their sixth sense.
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May 31
11:00am - 11:30am

Safety Sense

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
With the right knowledge, you can be prepared for anything. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to identify poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any outdoor adventure.
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May 31
11:00am - 12:00pm

MINNOW TRAP

Make a minnow trap from a 2-liter bottle to catch live bait. Bring a bottle if you have one. Supplies are limited.