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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May 24
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Backyard Bass Fishing Game

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Join a park interpreter for a high-and-dry fishing derby with this fun game for all ages. Learn some basic fishing skills and practice your casting or challenge your family and friends for bragging rights around the campfire.
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May 24
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woolly Cabin Tour and Hike

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Do you love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin. The cabin tour will be preceded by an optional easy, 0.5-mile hike on the Cabin Trail.
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May 24
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

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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May 24
3:00pm - 4:45pm

Senior Kayak Tour

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective of a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and lifejackets are provided. No previous paddling...
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May 24
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Critter Feeding

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters including snakes, frogs, turtles and more.
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May 24
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Spring Snapshot Challenge Hike

7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
You can share special moments on the trail this spring at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter on a hike along the 0.5-mile Dogwood Lane Trail for the Spring Snapshot challenge! Beautiful snapshots, funny snapshots, and even odd...
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May 24
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Jitterbugs--Tinkering for Kids

4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Join a park interpreter as we tinker with circuits to create a jitterbug.
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May 24
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bear Cave Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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May 24
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Web Watchers

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different spider species—and discover even more spider facts.
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May 24
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Finding Footprints Bingo

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their hidden stories through a game of bingo. Become a...
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May 24
5:00pm - 5:30pm

Mountain Songs

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Enjoy stunning mountain scenery with the breathtaking backdrop of the Ozark-St Francis National Forest! Join a park interpreter to enjoy a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources of Magazine State...
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May 24
5:30pm - 6:30pm

WATERCOLOR BY THE WATER'S EDGE

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing lakeside watercolor session. All skill levels welcome. Supplies available while they last or bring your own. Capture the beauty of the water’s edge with color and creativity.
May 24
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sunset Watercolor Painting

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a relaxing evening inspired by the beauty of Lake Sylvia at sunset. Create a watercolor painting of the sunset on the lake with the help of a park interpreter. Gather for a sense of community and talk about the fun activities the long weekend...
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May 24
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Bat Behavior

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have a chance to see a few.
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May 24
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour

103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join Park Superintendent Nathan for beautiful sunset views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Kayaks and equipment are provided. Please sign-up in person at the visitor center or by calling...
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