One of the best ways to experience Lake Frierson is from inside a kayak! Join a park interpreter to cruise north on the lake, where the water starts to shallow, water plants thrive, and chances of spotting wildlife increase. No paddling experience is...
153 Dam Overlook Lane
Bull Shoals, AR 72619
United States
The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders! Come meet a park interpreter to learn about the invasive species that impact our park and what you can do to help protect our resources.
15458 Sheperd Springs Road
Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
United States
Join a park interpreter for a ¾-mile hike to put your sense of sight, touch, smell and hearing to the test as you explore some of the natural wonders of Lake Fort Smith State Park. Comfortable walking shoes, water, and a hiking stick are recommended.
1200 Catherine Park Road
Hot Springs, AR 71913
United States
Have you seen any snakes during your park visit? Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn about the snakes of Arkansas and how to identify them. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet a live speckled kingsnake.
Kayaking is a terrific way to experience Bear Creek Lake. You can check out quiet areas for wildlife and relax while surrounded by the St. Francis National Forest. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area behind the visitor center for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic creatures...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about of mankind’s oldest innovations and make connections to our distant past...
506 East Douglas Street
Prairie Grove, AR 72753
United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike through some of the more hidden areas of the Prairie Grove Battlefield. This hike begins at the Hindman Hall museum and goes to the Morton-Hayfield Overlook covering about 1.5 miles. This is an easy hike, but good...
82 Woolly Hollow Road
Greenbrier, AR 72058
United States
Join a park interpreter at the Fishing Pier for your chance to pull a seine in Lake Bennett! Once we have completed our seine pulls, we will identify what we catch. Please wear clothes that can get wet and sturdy shoes (no flip flops or slides) for...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will explore a glade, take in the sunset at a scenic overlook, and view American Indian rock art to discover the windows into the past...
153 Dam Overlook Lane
Bull Shoals, AR 72619
United States
The Ozark chinquapin was once a common tree in the Ozarks. Join a park interpreter to learn more about the story of this tree and the reintroduction efforts here at Bull Shoals-White River State Park.
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.