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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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

BREWS, VIEWS, AND BONFIRES

Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.
May 24
9:00am - 12:00pm

Kayak Tour on Bull Shoals Lake

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Join park interpreters for a scenic kayak tour on Bull Shoals Lake as we spend time exploring the shoreline and hopefully spot some wildlife. All gear is provided. Wear clothing that can get wet and water shoes or sandals. Please bring a water bottle...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Bird Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a park interpreter exploring Camp Ouachita for birds. Learn about the many birds that call Lake Sylvia home and embark on the old cabin trail to see what you can find. This 1/2-mile stroll is taken at a slow pace. Bring...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

Technology in Nature with Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Ever wish you could identify any plant or animal at the push of a button? Join a park interpreter for a short program followed by a hike on the Waterleaf Trail. We'll discuss popular nature identification apps and how you can utilize them on the...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:30am

Echoing Footsteps Hike

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
As you walk the Military Road Trail, your footsteps echo those of the past, present and future. Meet a park interpreter to learn the stories, histories, and hardships of those who walked the Military Road, and discover how your footsteps here today...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

Volunteer Hour

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
For this service hour, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive an assignment. Water, warm...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

Prospector Trail Guided Hike

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Prospector trailhead on the northwest side of the diamond search area and experience Crater of Diamonds State Park like miners and geologists of the past. Paid admission to the diamond search area is required to access...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:00am

Introduction to Birding

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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May 24
9:00am - 11:00am

Coachwhip Monument Trail Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter as we traverse middle mountain on one of our most popular Monument trails, Coachwhip. This 3-mile loop is easy in difficulty and popular for all ages. Experience beautiful scenery, discover hidden history, and have the...
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May 24
9:00am - 9:30am

Cedar Falls Overlook Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar Falls from...
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May 24
9:00am - 10:30am

Drop In for Drop Biscuits

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
If you’re tired of cooking breakfast while camping, come join park staff to learn a quick and easy method for making drop biscuits in a Dutch oven. Sneak away and learn a new skill to impress your family or bring them along.
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May 24
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

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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May 24
10:00am - 11:00am

Tree ID

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Black oak, American 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 as you learn how to...
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May 24
10:00am - 11:30am

Morning Lake Tour

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! A park interpreter will serve as your guide while the scenery, wildlife, and stories of the land start your day. Reservations can be made at the visitor center or by calling (501) 767-9366...
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May 24
10:00am - 10:30am

The Wonderful World of Worms

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Worms are some of nature’s best recyclers. Join the park interpreter to meet the park’s squirmy cleanup crew and find out how they can help you, too.
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