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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Firebuilding 101

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States

What are the three essential things a fire needs to thrive? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park and learn about fire building and safety. We might even have a few campfire stories to tell!

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Jul 2

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Become a State Park Explorer

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States

Meet a park interpreter to learn about the State Park Explorer program, a program intended for kids ages 6-14 to connect with Arkansas State Parks and our resources. Start your journey to earn your own Explorer badge!

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Jul 2

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Arkansas State Symbol Trivia

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States

Kick off the 4th of July weekend celebration by playing a game of Arkansas State Symbol Trivia. Answer questions about our state's symbolic plants, animals, and culture to explore how our legacy has shaped our nation's history. Learn about the many...

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Jul 2

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Fireside Social

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South, Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States

Join a park interpreter in the campground for a welcome and introduction to this holiday weekend at the park. Meet your fellow campers, learn how the park is celebrating this weekend, and bring your favorite state park memories to share.

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Jul 2

7:00pm - 8:00pm

"Welcome to the Weekend" Social

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States

Kick-start Fourth of July Weekend the right way by joining park staff for a social hour. Learn about what makes Lake Charles State Park a unique and special place and find out what scheduled programs and self-guided activities are available during...

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Jul 2

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States

Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake while guided by a park interpreter. We will learn the basics of paddling and enjoy the sunset on the lake. Meet at the visitor center and then caravan to the launch site. All equipment is provided. Space is...

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Jul 2

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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Jul 2

7:30pm - 8:30pm

WELCOME TO THE WEEKEND SOCIAL

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

Meet fellow campers, learn about the weekend’s programs and activities, and enjoy fun group games designed to help guests connect and make new friends. Park staff will also be available for a short Q&A to help you make the most of your stay.

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Jul 2

7:30pm - 8:00pm

Owl Prowl

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States

Logoly State Park is home to many owls, but you are more likely to hear them than see them. Join the park superintendent to learn what sounds belong to our hidden residents and maybe get to hear them talk back to our calls.

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Jul 2

7:45pm - 9:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Sunset & S'mores

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States

Guests of Queen Wilhelmina State Park are invited to attend a "Welcome to the Weekend" social to enjoy s'mores as the sunsets over Rich Mountain. At the social, find out what programs and events are happening over the holiday weekend, make new...

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Jul 2

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Lake Walcott Safari Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States

Join the park interpreter for a wild hike on the Lake Walcott Trail. On this "safari", we will look for the wildlife that calls Crowley’s Ridge State Park home.

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Jul 2

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Community Campfire

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States

Learn about the programs being offered for the upcoming weekend around a cozy campfire with park staff and your campground/cabin neighbors. Hang out and learn what will be going on, what to expect and what fun things there are to do this weekend.

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Jul 2

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Historic Night Tour Hike

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States

Join a park interpreter on a family friendly night tour of the 1888 Courthouse, 1873 Jail House, and 1840s Log Cabin. Hear haunting histories of the buildings’ long past residents and take back tales to tell around your next State Park campfire.

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Jul 2

8:00pm - 8:45pm

Sunset Stroll

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States

Meet a park interpreter at the Mary Ann Richter Memorial Overlook on Red Bluff Drive. We will take a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your...

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Jul 2

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Sunsets, Stories, and S'mores

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141, Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States

Camping is not complete without the SSS experience: sunsets, stories, and s'mores. Join the park interpreter to welcome in the July 4th holiday weekend. Bring your outdoor chair (and maybe a cozy blanket), experience the sunset on the water at Lake...

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