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 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Kids to Parks Day: Nature Clue Crew Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What clues do animals leave behind on the trails? Join the Nature Clue Crew to find out as we trek along 1-mile of immediate section of the Devil’s Racetrack! Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes, water, and insect repellant.
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May 16
2:00pm - 3:45pm

Lake Tour

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited and advanced registration...
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May 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Natural State Showdown

50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Are you an Arkansas State Park fan? Test your knowledge about the Natural State and the parks inside with an interactive game of Natural State Showdown. Meet a park interpreter at the campground bathhouse for an hour of fun and intriguing...
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May 16
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Campfire Peach Cobbler & A History of Dutch Ovens

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter to cook Peach Cobbler over the fire and learn about the Dutch oven's importance in Arkansas' history! After watching a demo on making peach cobbler, relax on the patio and enjoy your sweet treat. To pay and reserve your spot...
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May 16
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Scenic Lake Tour

5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a cruise aboard our tour boat with a park interpreter as your guide. Explore the wildlife, history, and geology...
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May 16
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Scenic Lake Tour

5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a cruise aboard our tour boat with a park interpreter as your guide. Explore the wildlife, history, and geology...
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May 16
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lake Charles Kayak Tour

3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour. Your guide will discuss kayaking basics before giving you the opportunity to experience Lake Charles State Park from the water. Be sure to bring...
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May 16
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pedal and Picnic Ride

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then...
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May 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Corn Husk Figurines

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Exploration, opportunity and progress forged the culture that you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn about an early toy that was made by the early children and make one of your own.
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May 16
4:00pm - 5:15pm

Hike the Solar System

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Embark on an exploration of the solar system without leaving Queen Wilhelmina State Park. We will start at the Sun, making pit stops at each planet. Using the Spring Trail and a little imagination, you will gain a greater understanding of our solar...
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May 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Soaring Scavengers Walk

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What is that big bird soaring in the sky? Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
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May 16
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Kids to Parks Day: Nature Journaling

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Let's explore the natural world through art! Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park.
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May 16
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour

103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join Park Superintendent Nathan for beautiful sunset views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Kayaks and equipment are provided. Please sign-up in person at the visitor center or by calling...
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May 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Dutch oven outdoor cooking is the perfect way to celebrate togetherness in the outdoors. Join a park interpreter to learn about the significance of Dutch oven cooking in Arkansas, then stay as we make a tasty Dutch oven treat together. Advanced...
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May 16
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to relax in a kayak while the sunset colors dance on the open water? Join a park interpreter for a sunset kayak tour on Lake Bailey. Everyone is required to wear a life vest on this tour. Space and equipment are limited, so please sign up in...
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