2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR 71929
United States
Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by boat to a few of DeGray Lake’s islands in search of these...
131 Columbia Road 459
Magnolia, AR 71753
United States
A compass can make your outdoor adventure safer, but only if you know how to use it. Join the park interpreter to learn the basics of compass use and see how fast you can get through the compass course. We will have compasses you can use during the...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Join a park interpreter for a morning of flavorful exploration as we showcase the art of crafting delicious breakfast treats in Arkansas' official state cooking vessel, the cast iron Dutch oven. We will cover the basics of temperature control, proper...
Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join park interpreters as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find! This 1/2-mile round trip trail is rated easy to moderate.
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Enjoy the beauty of nature on a hike along the northern end of the Devil’s Racetrack. This is a moderate, 1.5-mile loop. After we finish the hike, participants are invited to bring their own packed lunch and a picnic blanket to enjoy a peaceful meal...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Petit Jean, a strange and fascinating mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter to discover some stories surrounding the naming of this mountain during the early days of exploration.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions can have here. This is a 0.5-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring...
Join us at Millwood State Park for the Great Arkansas Cleanup. The park will be conducting litter control along our Waterfowl Way Trail (1.5 miles) and the lake shoreline. Contact the park for more information.
5539 Hwy 49
Helena-West Helena, AR 72390
United States
Here is your chance to experience a place in the deep Delta woods that few people have passed through in decades, the Yancopin Bridge. Join a park interpreter for a 3-mile, round-trip hiking journey on Delta Heritage Trail lasting approximately 2.5...
Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
United States
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place for the area's earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and learn about hardships, resilience, and history...
Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
United States
Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in Arkansas, their return to the region, and why...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around us. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
Ready to try your hand at creating origami animals? Join a park interpreter to learn about the native wildlife found at Village Creek State Park that call the forest home. Afterwards, we will learn to fold some of our favorite forest friends into a...
2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR 71929
United States
For many, the very word just makes their skin crawl. For others, snakes are the wild wonders of the reptile world. Regardless of which camp you gravitate towards, chances are good that you might encounter one during your visit to the park. Join a...
2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR 71929
United States
Join a park interpreter for this easy, 3/4-mile guided walk along the Green Heron Trail in search of frogs, salamanders, and other “herps.” Let's see what critters we can discover as we enjoy views of the lake and discover more about the habitat of...
