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 23
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Outdoor Toys and Games from the 1920s

Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Come enjoy some games that children played outside during the Oil Boom era. We'll have marbles, hopscotch, and jump ropes available for use.
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May 23
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Historic Card Games

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Drop in to learn historic card games. From Whist and Faro to Gin Rummy and Spades, discover new card games to take with you on your next State Park adventure. Perfect for kids, adults, and families.
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Survival Skills

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Do you know the rule of three? Join a park interpreter and learn basic fire-starting skills, orienteering, and more.
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May 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Old Time Magic & Medicine Show

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Step into a world of mystery, folklore, and old-time remedies with the Old-Time Magic & Medicine Show featuring magician Rocky Clements at the Magic Shop at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Blending traditional Ozark storytelling with sleight-of...
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

In-Seine Adventure

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
The Arkansas River creates many opportunities for enjoyment as it journeys through Lake Dardanelle. What lives in the lake besides fish and turtles? We will meet at the kayak beach and seine for macro-invertebrates and see who is living in the lake...
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hike and Seek

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
For animals at Mount Nebo State Park, being skilled at the game of hide and seek can mean the difference between life and death. Test your own skills on this short easy hike along our 3Cs trail and see who you can find hiding. Learn the difference...
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May 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Pickens Black: Slave to Agricultural Icon

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn about Pickens Black. This is the man who rose from slavery to reshape agriculture in Northeast Arkansas.
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fishing 101

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
During this hands-on program you'll learn some of the basic techniques of sport fishing and discuss the different types of equipment and bait used for common game fish caught on Lake Greeson. Supplies and equipment are provided for this experience...
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Kayak Test Drive

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Have you ever kayaked, or are you a complete beginner? Join a park interpreter for this hands-on kayak test drive! Learn the basics of paddling and then try it yourself. No previous experience necessary. This is a fun way to try out paddling before...
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May 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Legacy of the Spring Hike

Mammoth Spring State Park, 17 Highway 63 North Mammoth Spring, AR 72554 United States
Join the park interpreter for an exploration of the Legacy of the Spring. We’ll enjoy a scenic hike along the 0.6‑mile Spring Lake loop (moderate difficulty), taking in the area’s abundant wildlife, uncovering the park’s rich railroad history, and...
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Soda Can Fishing

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Forgot your fishing pole? Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be bought inside the marina for those who need...
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May 23
2:00pm - 3:45pm

Lake Tour

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited and advanced registration...
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May 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Pollinator Garden Walk

Parkin Archeological State Park, 60 State Hwy 184 Parkin, AR 72373 United States
Explore the pollinator garden as we discover the creatures who sustain our gardens and farms. This short walk will be enjoyable for all ages.
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May 23
2:00pm - 2:45pm

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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May 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Historic Toys and Games

Lower White River Museum State Park, 2009 Main Street Des Arc, AR 72040 United States
Life wasn’t only about chores in the pioneer days of Arkansas. People liked to have fun then too. Discover how kids used to play with historic toys and games. Learn to play “Graces,” “Drop the Clothespin,” and more. Fun for the whole family!
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