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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Jul 5
3:30am - 4:30am

Geology Rocks

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Discover how Pinnacle Mountain was formed and what sort of rocks and minerals are found here.
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Jul 5
7:30am - 8:30am

Kayaking 101

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387, Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join a park staff member for Kayaking 101 where you will learn the basics of kayaking. We will learn the proper technique for entering and exiting the kayak as well as proper ways of paddling and other safety measures. During the program, you will...
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Jul 5
8:00am - 9:00am

Early Bird Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Have you ever heard that the early bird gets the worm? Summer mornings are full of wonderful bird song and activity that we can all enjoy. Join a park interpreter in this 1-mile bird identifying extravaganza. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Jul 5
8:15am - 10:15am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry trailhead for a moderately challenging, 3.5-mile hike around Lake Bennet to learn more about the park’s flora, fauna, and unique history. We will see what moments of wonder we can find on this fun trek...
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Jul 5
8:30am - 9:00am

Daybreak Diamond Tour

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter in the lower level of the Diamond Discovery Center to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past diamond finds to help in your own search.
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Jul 5
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Walk

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding stroll! Join a park interpreter on the Waterleaf Trail and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park. Sharpen your birding skills, or learn something new! All...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Beginning Fishing

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle’s healthy fishery provides you with great opportunities for catching fish. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn the basics of fishing and how you can try your luck catching a fish even if...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 11:00am

Outer Boundaries Adventure: Boat Cruise & Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Part lake cruise and part hike, this adventure captures the best of both worlds. Embark with a park interpreter for this unique opportunity to hike a select section of the “White Zone” multi-use trail on the south side of the lake. Enjoy a short boat...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Wildlife Walk & Watch

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Wildlife Observation Blind trailhead to take a 1/2-mile walk to the wildlife observation blind. Along the way, we will listen and look for any signs of wildlife. Once at the observation blind, we will talk about what we...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Pedal and Picnic Ride

Petit Jean State Park, 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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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding Hike

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join a park interpreter on a hike to look for some local feathered friends. We will discover fun facts about these park residents and weary travelers as we identify them. Bring water and binoculars if you have them. Meet at the White Oak trailhead...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Tree I.D. Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
How well do you know your trees? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park to learn how to identify trees by their bark and leaves as we hike the trail. Bring insect repellent, water and wear weather-appropriate clothing.
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Jul 5
9:00am - 2:00pm

Summer Kayak Float on the Little Maumelle River Trail

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join us on a guided kayak float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that define our wetlands here at Pinnacle Mountain State...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 11:00am

Lawn Bowling

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Drop in to learn the historic game of lawn bowling. Park staff will teach the rules of the game and referee so families can bring this game with them on their next State Park adventure. Perfect for kids, adults, and families.
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:30am

Discovering Nature Journals: Craft & Hike

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Preserve your memories and experiences in the great outdoors in a journal. Meet a park interpreter to make your own journal and learn some outdoor journaling tips. After we have finished making our journals, it’s time to explore. Enjoy an easy 0.5-...
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