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 20
9:00am - 11:00am

Cedar Falls Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
To know Petit Jean State Park, you must know Cedar Falls. Meet a park interpreter in the Breezeway at Mather Lodge to hike down to the foot of Arkansas’s most iconic waterfall! The Cedar Falls Hike is 2-miles round trip, strenuous, and takes about 2...
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Jun 20
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Tour

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Marina to explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water...
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Jun 20
9:30am - 11:00am

The Little Things Hike

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Logoly State Park is often considered a living laboratory, but it is the little things that make this a great place to explore the natural world. Join the park interpreter for a moderate 1.25-mile hike as we take a closer look at the things that...
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Jun 20
9:50am - 10:05am

American Alligator

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387 Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join us every Saturday at the park visitor center for a close-up observation of an American alligator. During this observation you will be given educational points of this alligator's life and their natural habitat. At the end of the observation, you...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 10:45am

Knot Navigator

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
It’s better to know a knot at Lake Ouachita State Park and not need it, than to need a knot and not know it. Learn some interesting and useful knots to use around camp, in your outdoor recreation activities, and everyday life.
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

SIGNS OF WILDLIFE & ANIMAL SPOTTING

Search for animal signs like tracks and scat with a park interpreter on 1/5-mile trail. Bring water, insect repellent, and sturdy shoes.
Jun 20
10:00am - 10:45am

Critter Real Estate Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Enjoy an easy 0.25-mile hike along the Woody Plant Trail as we discuss what makes this area great for critter habitats.
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Meet the Neighbors

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
As you visit Lake Frierson State Park, you enter a place that many call home. Join the park interpreter to learn about our native mammal neighbors. Touch and examine real animal fur, and discover what talents our neighbors have to survive the wild.
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Kayak Test Drive

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Have you ever kayaked, or are you a complete beginner? Join a park interpreter for this hands-on kayak test drive! Learn the basics of paddling and then try it yourself. No previous experience necessary. This is a fun way to try out paddling before...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Tunstall Trail Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Tunstall trailhead, on the boat launch side, as we “step back in time” along the 1.5-mile trail. Along the way we will learn a little about what made Jacksonport so special, enjoy some scenery along the banks of the...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 2:00pm

Fermentation Basics Workshop

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
Fermentation is one of the oldest means of preserving food and, for people living without refrigeration, it was essential. Join park staff to learn the basics of fermentation and make some fermented foods to take home. Registration is required by...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 10:30am

Fish Fashion

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Fish don’t dress in the latest cool trends, but their appearance tells us a lot about the way that they live. Join a park interpreter to decode fish fashion and learn more about the habits and habitats of the fish you catch here in Davidsonville...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Movin' on Up Mount Magazine

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
As part of the lodge's 20th year celebration, engage in some outdoor recreation activities associated with this special place, as well as test your knowledge of its natural and historic resources. Seasonally appropriate clothes, drinking water...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 12:00pm

Battle of the Invasives

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join park staff in eradicating invasive plants known as privet. Invasive plants are harmful to our local environments and native plants. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for...
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:30am

Lake Kayaking Excursion

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get closer views of birds and wildlife, all from the safety of your boat. To join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor center (479) 967-5516 at...
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