Arkansas State Park Events

Park ranger shows bug to curious child in a forest.
1 /

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.

Filters
Showing 856 - 870 of 2644
Jun 6
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Owl Prowl

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to soar into the wonderful world of owls at Lake Catherine State Park. Learn all about these birds of prey and have the chance to call for them on this night-time adventure. This program will include a...
Get Directions
Jun 6
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Night Hike on the Seven Hollows Trail

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter for a special night-hiking experience along a short section of the Seven Hollows Trail. Please bring along a flashlight, water and wear sturdy shoes.
Get Directions
Jun 6
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Bat Night Hike

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins. Join the park superintendent on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here at the park. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek Trail explores the different adaptations that...
Get Directions
Jun 6
8:00pm - 9:00pm

The Nightshift Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
When the sun goes down, the forest wakes up in a whole new way at Mount Magazine State Park. Join a park interpreter on a guided night hike to meet the wild creatures who rule the dark, from stealthy owls to squeaky bats! Bring your ears, your...
Get Directions
Jun 6
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Nighttime Critters Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Most of the critters living at Lake Poinsett State Park are nocturnal and only come out at night. Join a park interpreter to discuss these nighttime critter calls, behaviors, and how to spot them before venturing onto the trail to see what we might...
Get Directions
Jun 7
6:00am - 7:30am

Sunrise Lake Tour

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this sunrise boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Advanced registration is required and space is...
Get Directions
Jun 7
8:00am - 8:45am

Early Bird Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Have you ever heard that the “early bird gets the worm”? Well, it’s true! Spring mornings are full of wonderful bird song and activity that we can all enjoy. Join a park interpreter in this 1-mile bird identifying extravaganza. Please wear sturdy...
Get Directions
Jun 7
8:00am - 3:30pm

Archeological Excavation Self-Guided Tours

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road Scott, AR 72142 United States
Saturday, May 30 - Sunday, June 7 Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you're invited! Visit the park between the hours of 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to see open excavation...
Get Directions
Jun 7
8:00am - 9:00am

Guided Birding Hike

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Join a park interpreter for a morning birding hike on the Delta Woodlands Trail at Lake Chicot State Park as we explore the forest in search of resident and migratory birds, listening and looking for species such as woodpeckers, warblers, and raptors...
Get Directions
Jun 7
8:00am - 10:00am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry trailhead for a moderately challenging, 3.5-mile hike around Lake Bennet to learn more about the park’s flora, fauna, and unique history. We will see what moments of wonder we can find on this fun trek...
Get Directions
Jun 7
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Walk

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding walk. Join a park interpreter and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park and sharpen your birding skills. All levels of experience welcome.
Get Directions
Jun 7
9:00am - 10:30am

Kayak Birding Tour

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Join our park interpreter for a peaceful morning paddle where we will experience a unique way to view the birds living near the shores of Lake Dunn. Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them, otherwise we will provide you a pair. Preregistration is...
Get Directions
Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Cane Pole Fishing

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way. Poles and bait will be provided.
Get Directions
Jun 7
9:00am - 11:00am

Mammals of Cossatot River

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Are you ready to discover the wild side of Cossatot River State Park? Stop by the falls to investigate the diverse wildlife of the area with a park interpreter. This is a come and go station.
Get Directions
Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Bird Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a park interpreter exploring Camp Ouachita for birds. Learn about the many birds that call Lake Sylvia home and embark on the old cabin trail to see what you can find. This 1/2-mile stroll is taken at a slow pace. Bring...
Get Directions