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...
8047 Hwy. 166 South
Pocahontas, AR 72455
United States
Celebrate the story of U.S. independence in a place that saw the country's 50th anniversary! 200 years ago, the town of Davidsonville was home of the first federal land office in Arkansas, the place where pioneers could purchase surveyed government...
5752 State Park Lane
Harrisburg, AR 72432
United States
What's that cool plant on the trail? Join a park interpreter and learn about the unique plants we have here at Lake Poinsett State Park. If you have guides or a favorite I.D. app, bring it and we can compare it to the guides and apps the park...
The beauty below your feet at Lake Frierson State Park changes with every step you take. Join the park interpreter for a wildflower walk. Venture along the Dogwood Lane trail (0.5 miles) and out to the field to see what is growing in the park and...
4815 AR Hwy 161 South
Scott, AR 72142
United States
Join park staff to learn more about this machine that changed history. This program provides an up-close look at how a ten-saw gin functions and the chance to feel the difference between cotton before and after ginning.
1032 Park Avenue
Mountain View, AR 72560
United States
Take a ride on an historic donkey powered picnic swing pulled by one of our donkeys Whiskey and Tango. Learn the history of the swing, about Ozark community gatherings, and how donkey power helped people in the Ozarks during this half-hour program...
Want to brush up on your fish identification skills? Join a park interpreter to play the Fish Name Game. We will learn what features can help you identify different fish, then put our new ID skills to the test.
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get closer views of birds and wildlife, all from the safety of your boat. To join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor center (479-967-5516) at...
Join a park interpreter tracing the 1815 Louisiana Purchase baseline. Use maps/compasses to demo the rectangular survey system; discuss gum tree markers. This is an easy 1.5-mile walk with history. This hike is great for all ages.
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wildlife and shortly embark on a seasonal nature walk to put our skills to the test. Please remember to wear...
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
1032 Park Avenue
Mountain View, AR 72560
United States
Take a walk through the Heritage Herb Garden and learn how people and plants connect in the Ozarks. Meet next to the waterfall in front of the Apothecary Shop for this guided hike led by herbalist Linda Odom to see, feel and smell the plants as you...
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species, large and small. Join the Daisy State Park staff at the visitor center to discover some of our smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life demonstration with our rescued...
