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 14
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Pinecone Bird Feeders

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu. Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural bird feeder to take home. Note: This activity uses peanut butter. Please inform the park...
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Jun 14
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Feeding Time at the Lake

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Wildlife require a proper diet for their survival, and you can help. Meet a park interpreter as we discuss native foods that are essential for our wild and curated animals and also take part in their continued care.
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Jun 14
4:00pm - 6:00pm

KAYAK TEST DRIVE STORM CREEK LAKE

Join a guided kayak introduction where both beginners and experienced paddlers can test their skills on Storm Creek Lake. Kayaks, paddles and life jackets are provided for all participants. Life jackets are compulsory. All skill levels are welcome...
Jun 14
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Winged Wonders Hike on the Monument Trail

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Learn about some of the different bats that soar over Devil’s Den State Park at night as we hike along 1-mile (out-and-back) of the southern terminus of the intermediate Devil’s Racetrack. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes, and bring water and...
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Jun 14
4:00pm - 5:15pm

Inn and Out: A Hike Down Will Apple's Road

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Journey with a park interpreter down historic Will Apple’s Road, a pathway that felt more hooves than tires in its heyday. At the end of this trail, you’ll witness the ruins of what was once a refreshing spring-fed swimming pool, Buckman’s Pool. The...
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Jun 14
4:30pm - 5:00pm

Stories of Lake Dardanelle

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture you find here today. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to hear some stories of the past that create the wonderful and unique culture in the River Valley...
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Jun 14
5:00pm - 6:15pm

Highpoint Hike

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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Jun 14
7:00pm - 7:30pm

GSI: Game Scene Investigation

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Have you ever wanted to be a detective? Get your chance to use your investigative skills at Bull Shoals-White River State Park to determine what happened on a snowy day. The park interpreter will provide all necessary supplies to complete the...
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Jun 14
7:45pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Stroll

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Watch the day fade into night at Mount Magazine State Park on a peaceful guided sunset stroll. As the light changes, we’ll explore how wildlife, colors, and sounds shift with the setting sun. Slow down, breathe in the evening air, and experience...
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Jun 14
8:30pm - 9:15pm

Night Hike at the Reservoir

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking lot for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home. Please bring along a...
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Jun 15
6:00am - 7:00am

SUNRISE COFFEE HIKE

Start your morning with a peaceful guided 1/5-mile hike as the sun rises over the park. Enjoy a fresh coffee, quiet trail time and listen to birds.
Jun 15
9:00am - 9:30am

A Simple Stick

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Meet a park interpreter and discover how a hiking stick can make your hike safer, enjoyable, and more memorable. We will discuss proper sizing, primary and secondary uses for a hiking stick, and how to personalize your stick for comfort and safety.
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Jun 15
9:00am - 10:00am

Wake Up with SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding for Beginners)

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Arkansas is a natural fit for this sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park interpreter for a crash course to get you standing on...
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Jun 15
9:00am - 10:00am

"Cleaning Up the Falls Trail" Hike

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the trailhead for a guided hike on the Falls Branch Trail. This 1-mile hike to the park's seasonal waterfall is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the park's Ouachita Mountain landscape. We will be working together and...
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Jun 15
9:00am - 10:00am

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “Beta,” or the specific body positioning, sequence of moves, and techniques needed to get to the top of your climb. Join a park interpreter for...
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