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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Nov 22
10:00am - 11:00am

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Gather around the fire and enjoy a yummy treat, paired with rich stories the history of Dutch oven cooking which is an Arkansas State Parks tradition. Simple, sweet, and steeped in heritage, it’s the perfect way to start your Sunday morning.
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Nov 22
10:00am - 11:00am

Hiking With Nature Sense

Hikes
Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Take a moment to pay attention to your surroundings using all your senses and experience Queen Wilhelmina State Park in a whole new way. Meet a park interpreter at the Spring trailhead for a 1-mile sensory experience. Be sure to wear close-toed shoes...
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Nov 22
10:00am - 11:00am

"Texture Trek" Hike

Hikes
Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter on the Texture Trek to discover the earths tactile diversity. Hike the 0.5-mile Trees of the Forest Trail to discover the patterns of trees, rocks, and more. Challenge yourself to closely explore variety in the woods. Then...
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Nov 22
11:00am - 11:15am

Diamond Mining 101

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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Nov 22
11:00am - 11:30am

Feel the Furs

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? How about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Nov 22
11:00am - 1:00pm

Fall Foliage Hike Along the Rim

Hikes
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave Trailhead to set off on a section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail known as the Rim Trail. The walk offers scenic views of Cedar Creek’s lower canyon as well as woodland trails along clear...
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Nov 22
11:00am - 11:30am

Feel the Furs

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? How about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin.
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Nov 22
12:00pm - 1:15pm

Highpoint Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Nov 22
1:00pm - 1:30pm

CCC Stories at Mather Lodge

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Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
The Civilian Conservation Corps Camp of Petit Jean Mountain left behind a legacy that enriches our lives to this day. Join a park interpreter in the historic Mather Lodge lobby (by the fireplaces) to peer into the lives of the men who built the roof...
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Nov 22
1:00pm - 3:30pm

Cold Weather Biking and Ride Workshop: Barton

Workshops
Delta Heritage Trail State Park, 5539 Hwy 49, Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Delta Heritage Trail State Park provides year-round outdoor adventures. A winter expedition reveals details that are hidden in warmer months, seasonal wildlife viewing, and unique photography opportunities. This workshop starts by showing how to...
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Nov 22
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fall Hiking Challenge- Waterleaf Trail Leaf Peep Hike

Hikes
Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
As days grow shorter and nights grow longer and cooler, biochemical processes in leaves begin to paint the landscape with nature's autumn palette. Hike the Waterleaf Trail with a park interpreter in search of fall colors in the trees and investigate...
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Nov 22
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Who AM I?

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a fun series of "Who am I?" riddles about critters and natural features found around Devil's Den State Park.
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Nov 22
1:30pm - 2:30pm

NATURE JOURNAL: LEAVES, SEEDS & STORIES

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Explore and discover the stories of autumn during the guided nature-journaling session. We will observe the leaves, seeds, colors, textures, and seasonal changes as we use simple writing and sketching to create journal pages.
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Nov 22
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Exploring With Nature Journals

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Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Discover nature at Logoly State Park in a new way through nature journals. Join the park interpreter to find out how to start your own nature journal, make a small journal to take home and add your first entry.
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Nov 22
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Fascinating Furbearers

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Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Have you ever felt the fur of a fox? How about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to touch some real furs and discover the furry mammals of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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