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 21
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Sunday

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
Plantation Agriculture Museum is committed to creating an inclusive and educational experience for all visitors, including those with autism and other sensory sensitivities, for whom a typical trip to the museum can be much more challenging. To...
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Jun 21
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Pollinator Patrol Hike on Lover's Leap Trail

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Queen Wilhelmina State Park is buzzing with life, especially from its winged pollinators! Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Lover's Leap Trail to spot butterflies, bees, and beetles hard at work. Learn how to identify some of the...
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Jun 21
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Here’s your chance to experience DeGray Lake to the fullest, from above and below. Sign up early for this guided kayaking and snorkel adventure. We’ll paddle out, snorkel along the shoreline, and explore fish, rocks, plants and more. Use of all...
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cane Pole Fishing

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way. Poles and bait will be provided. Spots are limited, contact or stop by the...
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 2:45pm

What's Biting at Lake Fort Smith: Largemouth Bass Edition

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Meet a park interpreter and get the inside scoop of which fish are biting in Lake Fort Smith. Discover habitats and feeding behavior that will help you become a better angler. You will have the opportunity to construct your own lure. Supplies are...
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Arboretum Trail Stroll

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Join a park interpreter to take a relaxing stroll on the Arboretum Trail. We will talk about the trees and other plants that make up the unique landscape of Village Creek State Park. This is a 0.5-mile, relatively easy walk.
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

SOLSTICE NATURE JOURNALING

Join a park interpreter to sketch peak sunlight patterns, wildflowers, insects. Guided prompts include “Draw your longest shadow,” “Find 5 shades of green” and take-home journal page.
Jun 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tree ID Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Black oak, American sycamore, and sweetgum are a few of many common trees in the Cossatot River Corridor. Tree leaves, bark, and buds are all useful hints to tell us what kind of tree we are observing. Join a park interpreter on a hike as you learn...
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Plant for the local pollinators

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Want to turn your yard or a piece of landscape into a supportive backyard habitat? Even just a little change makes a huge difference in supporting local pollinators. Join a park interpreter for a tour of the Carl Hunter Memorial Garden and learn...
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rifles

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Memorial Circle to learn about the rifles used during the Civil War and the Battle of Prairie Grove.
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Jun 21
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Preserving the Legacy

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum. Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat moved to Newport, and why the courthouse was almost...
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Jun 21
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lake Charles Kayak Tour

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour. Your guide will discuss kayaking basics before giving you the opportunity to experience Lake Charles State Park from the water. Be sure to bring...
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Jun 21
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Know Your CCC

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Did you know that the United States Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) crews of the 1930s had their own uniquely named newsletter for each location they were stationed at? This includes Devil’s Den State Park. Check out one of the newsletters and...
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Jun 21
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Beautiful Butterflies

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
How does a caterpillar become the beautiful butterfly that you see flying in the park? Join the park interpreter to discover the answer and make a craft to take home.
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Jun 21
3:00pm - 4:00pm

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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