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 19
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Nature Bingo Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
It’s easy to overlook the wonders around us when we’re focused on the trail ahead. Meet a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail paired with a fun game of Nature Bingo that will sharpen your observational skills and help you see...
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Jun 19
5:00pm - 5:45pm

Rock House Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile...
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Jun 19
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Campfire Stories

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing night by the campfire and hear stories from the Civil War. This program meets near the Borden House.
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Jun 19
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Catch of the Day (Dardanelle Area)

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 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 Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area across from the playground to discover the diversity...
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Jun 19
6:30pm - 7:00pm

Campfire Welcome for Weekend Adventures: A Preview of DHTSP Kayaking

Delta Heritage Trail State Park, 5539 Hwy 49 , Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Delta Heritage Trail is a secret waiting to be discovered by kayaking. While not featuring whitewater rapids, placid backwaters off the Mississippi River provide a unique kayaking experience. Stop by the campfire at the visitor center where a park...
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Jun 19
7:00pm - 7:30pm

It's A Bat

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Let’s compare apples to oranges. Join a park interpreter to learn about bats at Mount Magazine State Park by comparing them to something you are most likely a bit more familiar with, birds.
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Jun 19
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dutch Oven Dessert: Outdoor Cooking Demo

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Discover how food was cooked in the Ozarks in the good old days. Join a park interpreter for a Dutch oven cooking demonstration, and learn how to make an easy Dutch oven delight. Don't miss your chance to relive a part of history and get a sample of...
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Jun 19
7:15pm - 8:45pm

Sunset Cruise

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, and geology as you experience one of Lake Ouachita State Park's famous sunsets. Seating is limited; make reservations and pay at the visitor center or marina...
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Jun 19
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited; reservations are required...
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Jun 19
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Bat Behavior

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have a chance to see a few.
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Jun 19
7:30pm - 8:30pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS & S’MORES

Stories, trivia, and s’mores return for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair.
Jun 19
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Star Songs

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter and enjoy Mount Magazine State Park’s exceptional dark skies. Listen to some original guitar songs about the stars above this island in the sky.
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Jun 19
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Star Songs

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter and enjoy Mount Magazine State Park’s exceptional dark skies. Listen to some original guitar songs about the stars above this island in the sky.
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Jun 19
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Meet the Park Interpreter

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for an evening around the campfire. Bring a chair or blanket as we get to know one another around the campfire.
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Jun 19
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Stories and S'mores

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Village Creek State Park’s natural beauty sets the stage for us to enjoy the perfect camping combo: stories and s'mores. Join a park interpreter to build a campfire and enjoy a s'more while hearing some of the many stories you can discover at Village...
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