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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Oct 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Skulls of the Natural State

Programs
Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
You may know the animals of the Natural State, but can you identify them by their skulls? Feed your curiosity about the creatures that live in our park. Drop by the visitor center for a fun and challenging activity discovering what animals call Cane...
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Oct 31
10:00am - 11:00am

"Oak-tober" Hike & Craft

Hikes
Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Celebrate the month of "Oak-tober" by trekking on the Trees of the Forest Trail. Discover the many kinds of oak trees found at Lake Sylvia on this 0.5-mile loop trail. On the way out, learn how to identify oak trees by their leaves and bark. On the...
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Oct 31
10:00am - 12:00pm

Battle of the Invasives

Volunteer
Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join park staff in eradicating invasive plants known as privet. Invasive plants are harmful to our local environments and native plants. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather...
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Oct 31
10:30am - 11:30am

Beneficial Benefield Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen are all highly recommended...
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Oct 31
11:00am - 11:15am

Diamond Mining 101

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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Oct 31
11:00am - 11:30am

Critter Crunch

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever seen a snake strike for its food? Or a turtle swim for a snack? Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn about what snakes and turtles love to eat, then watch them chow down.
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Oct 31
11:00am - 11:45am

Wicked Woods Walk

Hikes
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Boy Scout trailhead by Davies Bridge for a 45-minute, easy hike through the wicked woods of Petit Jean State Park. Along the way, you’ll discover ghostly plants, twisted trees, and learn eerie tales of the creatures...
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Oct 31
11:00am - 12:00pm

Animal Tracks Look & Learn Table

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Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
How can you tell an animal has been in the area without having seen it yourself? You can often find hints left behind. Stop by the park interpreter’s Look & Learn Table at the visitor center to learn about a few of the animals tracks you may see when...
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Oct 31
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

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Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
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Oct 31
12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bear Buffet Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
What’s on the menu for a black bear? Join a park interpreter on a hike to discover the foods that black bears find at Mount Magazine State Park and how they survive. Learn how you can help keep bears safe by keeping their buffet natural.
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Oct 31
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Site Tour Hike

Hikes
Parkin Archeological State Park, 60 State Hwy 184, Parkin, AR 72373 United States
Take a walk around the Village of Casqui that was visited by the Hernando DeSoto exhibition in 1541. View the Chief's mound and the moat that were hand-built by the native villagers. We will meet in the visitor center where you can also view a 12...
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Oct 31
12:00pm - 3:00pm

Keep Arkansas Beautiful Cleanup Event

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Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Do your part to keep Arkansas beautiful by volunteering in the Great Arkansas Cleanup at Queen Wilhelmina State Park. Enjoy the scenery of Rich Mountain while keeping the park clean for future generations. Volunteers will collect trash in the...
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Oct 31
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Turtle Talk

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Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species, large and small. Join the Daisy State Park staff at the visitor center to discover some of our smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life demonstration with our rescued...
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Oct 31
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Herbs, History & Healing

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Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Take a walk through the Heritage Herb Garden and learn how people and plants connect in the Ozarks. Meet next to the waterfall in front of the Apothecary Shop for this stroll led by herbalist Linda Odom to see, feel and smell the plants as you hear...
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Oct 31
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Bear Cave Hike

Hikes
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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