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 5
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Archeological Excavation Guided Site Tour

490 Toltec Mounds Road Scott, AR 72142 United States
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first 2 weeks of June. Join a park interpreter for a ¾ mile guided walking tour that includes stops at the excavation sites and opportunity to ask...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Fungus Among Us Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Is fungus helpful or harmful? Discover the complicated world of fungus as we hike along a short 0.5-mile section of the Outlaw Loop. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water.
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Introduction to Kayaking

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the boat ramp for the opportunity to learn and practice kayaking skills. Participants will learn the basics of kayaking on shore and have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in the water. This program is free, but...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:45pm

"Life in Lake Bailey" Hike

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...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:30pm

What's Up?: A Deeper Look at Magazine's Dark Skies

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Mount Magazine’s very dark skies are quite an experience for both heart and mind. With the help of a park interpreter, take a deeper look into “the anatomy” of the vast space that is so captivating from the vantage point of Mount Magazine State Park...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 5:15pm

Hidden in the Hills Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Diverse landscapes are plentiful in the Ouachita Mountains, and many creatures are perfectly adapted to hide within the rugged terrain. Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Lover's Leap Trail to learn the clever camouflage strategies...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Yellow Rock Trail Hike Adventure

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike to explore the Yellow Rock area and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes and be sure to carry drinking water.
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 5:30pm

"What's On The Menu?" Hike

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Pollinators like bees and butterflies are picky eaters - and every flower on the trail is a dish waiting to be served. On this guided hike, we’ll explore what’s blooming, who’s buzzing, and how plants and pollinators work together to keep our...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Life in a Covered Wagon

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith State Park. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Meet a park interpreter and try your hand at...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Hannah Harper Live in Concert

1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Hannah Harper Live in Concert Experience standout musician Hannah Harper live at the Ozark Highlands Theater on June 5, 2026! Fresh from televised competition, Hannah and her band will play their first concert here in Arkansas since taking the...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS and S’MORES

Stories, trivia, and s’mores return for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair!
Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Safety Sense (in the Dardanelle Area)

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Surprises can happen on any outdoor adventure. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the playground to learn basic first aid tips, how to identify plants like poison ivy, what to do if you see a snake, and how to stay safe and confident...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Birding 101 Walk

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...
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 8:30pm

S'mores Meet & Greet

103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join park staff and camper neighbors at the Main Pavilion Area for a campfire. We will provide marshmallows for s'mores. Gather around and talk about the exciting programs the park is offering this weekend.
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 7:30pm

It's A Bat

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Let’s compare apples to oranges. Join a park interpreter to learn about bats at Mount Magazine State Park by comparing them to something you are most likely a bit more familiar with, birds.
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