82 Woolly Hollow Road
Greenbrier, AR 72058
United States
Join a park interpreter at the boat ramp for the opportunity to learn and practice kayaking skills. Participants will learn the basics of kayaking on shore and have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in the water. This program is free, but...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
Join park staff and camper neighbors at the Main Pavilion Area for a campfire. We will provide marshmallows for s'mores. Gather around and talk about the exciting programs the park is offering this weekend.
5451 Mountain Pine Rd
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
United States
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, and geology as you experience one of Lake Ouachita State Park's famous sunsets. Seating is limited; make reservations and pay at the visitor center or marina...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Curious about what kinds of insects call Petit Jean Mountain home? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about moths, beetles, and other interesting insects. We will use a unique method to find out what insects are out and about on the...
5530 Hwy. 165 South
Gillett, AR 72055
United States
Explore spring on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Beautiful wildflowers, vibrant green grasses that blow in the wind and bright rays of sunshine across the clear blue sky. Join park staff for a creative watercolor painting program. Capture your favorite...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Join park staff for a day of celebration for National Trails Day and America 250. Petit Jean State Park is an iconic place that people have loved to visit for many years. The park’s establishment in 1923 inspired many to continue to love this place...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Join park staff for a day of celebration for National Trails Day and America 250. Petit Jean State Park is an iconic place that people have loved to visit for many years. The park’s establishment in 1923 inspired many to continue to love this place...
Come join us this year on Saturday June 6, 2026, for our Annual Fishing Derby. Registration will begin at 6:30 a.m. and start time for the event will be 7:00 a.m. and end at 9:00 a.m. Maximum age for registration is 16 years. Prizes will be given out...
Enjoy a morning of fishing, raffle prizes, and interpretive programs by the lake. Don't worry about being a pro - if you have questions about fishing this is your chance to ask! There will be a few fishing poles available to check out or you are...
Our pond is stocked with hungry catfish just waiting for your young angler to get a hook in the water. Come out to enjoy a morning of fishing with our interpretive park staff. There will be prizes, games, and lots of fish! Fishing at this event is...
490 Toltec Mounds Road
Scott, AR 72142
United States
Saturday, May 30 - Sunday, June 7 Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you're invited! Visit the park between the hours of 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to see open excavation...
209 State Park Rd
Murfreesboro, AR 71958
United States
Join a park interpreter at the base of the Little Missouri trailhead to learn about the hidden world of geocaching and get the chance to find a few of your own. The portion of the trail we will be walking is about 3/4-mile and paved. Good walking...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Join park staff for the Kids' Fishing Derby on Lake Devil. Open to ages 15 years old and younger. Bring your own fishing pole, bait, and tackle. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at the cafe pavilion. The derby begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 11na.m. Be...
