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
10:00am - 11:00am

Who needs a tree? Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Who needs a tree? All living beings, including humans and wildlife , need trees for essential oxygen production, habitat, and climate regulation. Trees provide vital ecosystem services like cleaning air, cooling urban heat islands, and protecting...
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May 24
10:00am - 10:45am

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
Come meet a park interpreter and get the inside scoop of which fish are biting at 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...
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May 24
10:30am - 11:30am

Historic Van Winkle Hike

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Join a park interpreter on this easy half-mile hike on an ADA accessible trail through the Historic Van Winkle Hollow. We will learn about the Van Winkle family and their mill, the largest steam-powered mill in the state during the 1870’s. This area...
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May 24
10:30am - 11:15am

Discovery Hike

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's spring scenery. This guided stroll takes about 30 minutes and is 5/8-mile long. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Note: Slunger Creek Nature...
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May 24
10:30am - 11:00am

What's Blooming in the Heritage Herb Garden Today

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Discover what’s in season at the Heritage Herb Garden with our “What’s Blooming” program. Join garden staff for a guided stroll through the beds to see what herbs, flowers, and heirloom plants are thriving right now. Learn about traditional and...
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May 24
10:30am - 11:00am

Cornwell House Tour

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
Join a park interpreter on a tour of our historic Cornwell House. Take a step back in time and experience life on the mountain in the 1800s. Learn how the once 'City above the Clouds' became the state park we know and love today.
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

RIDGE EXPLORATION HIKE

What natural wonders await us? Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike to explore Crowley’s Ridge State Park habitat and plants. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Pedal and Picnic Ride

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then...
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May 24
11:00am - 11:30am

Micro Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join a park interpreter as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find. This 0.75-mile round trip hike is rated easy.
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May 24
11:00am - 11:45pm

Build-a-Bird

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Learn how to take an ordinary object, like a toilet paper roll, and turn it into a feathered friend. As we build our bird, we will learn how each part of a bird functions. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom. Supplies are provided.
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Catch of the Day

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Mammals and Their Habits

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join the park interpreter to learn about some of the local furbearing residents that call the park home. You will have the opportunity to feel the furs of various mammals as we discuss their relationships to each other as well as their roles in the...
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

BARK Ranger Memorial Day Hike

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Battlefield Trail. BARK Rangers must be leashed at all times. Treats and special BARK Ranger certificates will be available at the end of the hike. Hike will meet at Hindman Hall.
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May 24
12:00pm - 12:30pm

Campfire Craft

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own. This program will last around 30 minutes.
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May 24
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Leave No Trace Watercolors

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to create your own watercolor painting as we learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for visitors and animals for years to come. All supplies...
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