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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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Crater of Diamonds Jeopardy

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Cue the theme music, it's time to play Jeopardy. Put your park knowledge to use in one of America's favorite games. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tree ID Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Black oak, sycamore, and sweetgum are a few of many common trees in the Cossatot River Corridor. Tree leaves, bark, and buds are all useful hints to tell us what kind of tree we are observing. Join a park interpreter on an immersive hike as you learn...
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Inspector Insector

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Meet Inspector Insector! This bug detective is investigating a "crime" at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Will you help him solve a mystery? This a great program for children and families.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Preserving the Legacy

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum. Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat moved to Newport, and why the courthouse was almost...
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Woolly Cabin Tour

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Do you love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our park's story while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Orienteering for Beginners

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter in learning how to use a compass and read maps. This beginner-friendly session will prepare you for your next state park adventure.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jig Tying

Lake Frierson State Park, 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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Jul 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Intro to SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding for Beginners)

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Seeking a little serenity? Find your sense of calm while standing above the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Join a park interpreter for a crash course to get you standing on water in no time. Reservations are required and are taken at the...
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Jul 19
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
The cotton gin is a simple tool with a complex story. Discover more about this story as park staff gins cotton on the museum's demonstration gin. Feel the difference in cotton before and after it has been ginned and learn how much work it takes to...
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Jul 19
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Inspect an Insect Weekend: Bug Bingo Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Bingo! During Inspect an Insect Weekend, get out and about inspecting all the bugs of Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Join a park interpreter for this guided hike, searching the trail for all the insects on your bingo card.
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Jul 19
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Jul 19
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Snake Feeding

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident education snakes and explore the various native snake species of Arkansas.
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Jul 19
4:00pm - 5:00pm

"Cast Away" Fishing Game

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141, Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
You can cast away your worries and reel in the fun at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter for a game that tests out your casting skills, see what is in the lake, and reel in fun opportunities to be had in the park.
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Jul 19
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Beat the Heat: Summer Fun at Lake Dardanelle Look & Learn Table

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Hot summer days don’t have to slow down your fun at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter at the visitor center to explore easy ways to enjoy the park when temperatures climb. We’ll look at activity options, helpful gear, and simple...
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Jul 19
5:00pm - 7:00pm

KAYAK TOUR OF STORM CREEK LAKE

Kayaking is a great way to experience Storm Creek Lake. You can check out hidden coves for wildlife. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should be comfortable around water. Basic paddling techniques are...