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 25
10:00am - 12:00pm

Monumental Coachwhip Trail Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter for an immersive guided hiking experience along this 2-mile shared use trail that circles Middle Mountain. Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. We will explore the rolling terrain of the Ouachitas learning about...
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May 25
10:00am - 10:30am

Wonder House Tour

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its...
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May 25
10:00am - 12:00pm

Daisy Morning Kayak Tour

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
J the park superintendent on one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at the visitor center or by calling (870) 398-4487 as reservations...
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May 25
10:00am - 10:30am

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 25
10:00am - 10:30am

Oil Field Park Tour

Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Walk with us on a guided tour of our oil field park, where we will see multiple styles of oil pumps from wooden to modern as well as a few styles of oil derricks.
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May 25
10:00am - 10:30am

Hiking Tips

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Are you prepared for your hike at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Do you have the equipment and skills necessary for a fun and safe hike? Meet a park interpreter to discover more about everything you need to successfully enjoy one of the park's beautiful...
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May 25
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 25
10:30am - 11:30am

Learn Your Mending

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
After a long weekend enjoying State Parks’ natural resources, you may need to learn a little mending before heading home. Join park staff to learn simple mending techniques to help save your favorite shirt or your favorite sock to make more memories...
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May 25
10:30am - 11:00am

Memorial Day Ceremony

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join park staff in the Memorial Circle at the Prairie Grove Battlefield for a brief ceremony commemorating those who died at the Battle of Prairie Grove. A flag-planting program will follow immediately.
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May 25
10:30am - 11:00am

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
The cotton gin is a simple tool with a complex story. Discover more about this story as park staff gins cotton on the museum's demonstration gin. Feel the difference in cotton before and after it has been ginned and learn how much work it takes to...
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May 25
10:30am - 12:00pm

Geocaching Island Hopper

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by boat to a few of DeGray Lake’s islands in search of these...
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May 25
11:00am - 11:30am

American Alligator

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native ecosystems. After learning about this reptile, join the...
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May 25
11:00am - 12:00pm

You've Got Mail

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Join a park interpreter and journey back in time before the days of cell phones, e-mail, typewriters, and ink pens to learn how messages would have been written and sent in Davidsonville’s time. Write your very own message for friends and family...
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May 25
11:00am - 11:30am

Outdoor Safety on Monument Trails

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
There are several potential dangers you could encounter when exploring the trails at Hobbs or elsewhere. Spin the “wheel of misfortune” and discover more about these dangerous situations, the plants and animals to avoid, and what to do if you should...
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May 25
11:00am - 11:30am

Calling all Pest Control - Brown Bats

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Do you like mosquitoes? Join a park interpreter to learn about one of nature’s pest controllers, the brown bat.
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