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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Jun 5
9:15pm - 10:00pm

Campfire Trivia

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Kick off your stay at Lake Ouachita State Park. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and your "A-game" as you test your knowledge with nature trivia with friends and family members around the campfire.
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Jun 6

National Trails Day & America 250 Celebration

Petit Jean State Park, 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...
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Jun 6

National Trails Day and America 250 Celebration

Petit Jean State Park, 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...
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Jun 6
7:00am - 9:00am

Fishing Derby

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387 Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
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 15 years. Prizes will be given out...
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Jun 6
8:00am - 12:00pm

Lake Sylvia Fishing Derby

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
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...
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Jun 6
8:00am - 10:00am

Annual Kids' Fishing Derby

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
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...
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Jun 6
8:00am - 11:00am

PHILIPS COUNTY YOUTH FISHING DERBY

Fishing provides children with opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and develop a lifelong interest. Children 12 and under will have the opportunity to fish at the pre-stocked pond and win prizes. This derby is sponsored by the Philip’s county...
Jun 6
8:00am - 3:30pm

Archeological Excavation Self-Guided Tours

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 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...
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Jun 6
8:30am - 11:30am

Kids' Fishing Derby

Devil's Den State Park, 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...
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Jun 6
8:30am - 9:30am

Geocaching Hike

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 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...
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Jun 6
8:30am - 2:00pm

Fishing Derby

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Kids and families can participate in the Fishing Derby sponsored by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Bring your own bait, tackle, and equipment. The park marina offers live bait and lures for sale if needed. Boat rentals are available on a first...
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Jun 6
8:30am - 10:00am

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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Jun 6
9:00am - 9:30am

Introduction To Geocaching

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Do you enjoy awesome puzzles and spending time outdoors? If so, bring your snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics and try your luck locating the geocaches hidden here at Daisy State...
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Jun 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Ouachita Wonders Hike: Falls Branch Trail

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter on the Falls Branch Trail to explore the Ouachita Mountains. This 1-mile hike is known for its seasonal waterfall. Bring water and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Cameras and binoculars are welcome while we enjoy the lake and...
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Jun 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Hound Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Hiking has gone to the dogs. This pet friendly hike is all about exploring the outdoors with your best pup as we make our way around the 1.1-mile loop trail. Meet some new friends and learn about some good practices to use while out on the trail with...
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