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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Oct 18
10:00am - 11:00am

All About Bats & Craft

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn about the amazing creatures we call bats. Hear all about the kinds of bats found in Arkansas while viewing taxidermy examples of them. Discover why bats are such unique animals by learning about their habitat...
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Oct 18
10:30am - 11:00am

Turkey Springs Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Take the path of yesteryear's wagons to Turkey Springs as you take in some of Mount Magazine's beautiful woodland habitat. This easy hike starts at the Greenfield Picnic Area across from the visitor center. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking...
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Oct 18
10:30am - 12:00pm

"Hello Bear Hollow" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Say hello to bear hollow and some exquisite views of some of the last untouched hardwood forests of Arkansas. This hike will begin at Benefield Picnic area. Steep inclines, rock steps, and uneven terrain can make this hike challenging for some hikers...
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Oct 18
11:00am - 11:45am

Mammals: Feel the Furs

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess which animal each fur belongs to, then have the...
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Oct 18
11:00am - 12:00pm

Soaring Scavengers Walk

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What is that big bird soaring in the sky? Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
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Oct 18
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bluffside Beauty: Exploring the Bluffs of Devil's Racetrack Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 2-mile hike along the bluff line of Devil’s Racetrack. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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Oct 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learning Leaves: Hike & Craft

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Discover the many species of trees found at Lake Sylvia and create a fun craft to take home. Embark on a half mile hike to learn how to identify trees by their leaves. The hike is moderate and will be taken at a slow pace for exploration. Make sure...
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Oct 18
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Campground Knots

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Planning on a camping trip this fall? Join a park interpreter to get hands-on with some of the most common knots utilized for camping, backpacking, and bushcraft as we practice real applications in a mock campsite.
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Oct 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Scenic Lake Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake with a park interpreter as your guide. Discover the history of the lake, watch for wildlife, and view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning noon the...
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Oct 18
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Spear and Atlatl Demonstration

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott, AR 72142 United States
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at throwing a spear? Join a park interpreter to learn how to throw a spear with the help of a little-known Native American tool called an atlatl. Through this fun experience, gain an understanding of a tool...
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Oct 18
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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Oct 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grab Bag Adventures

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
Do you think you are adventurous enough to close your eyes and feel the contents of a nature grab bag? Fun and laughter expected during this program.
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Oct 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Litter Round Up

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join us in celebrating the Great Arkansas Cleanup by helping the park remove trash from around our lake edges. All supplies will be provided. Meet at the swim beach.
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Oct 18
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Camping Care: Gear Care Basics

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Have you ever pulled out a sleeping bag on a fall camping trip, only for it to not keep you as warm overnight as you remembered? Or discovered too late that your tent isn't as waterproof as it was upon purchase? Would you be surprised to learn that...
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Oct 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rock House Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile...
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