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 9
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Woolly Cabin Tour

Programs
Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Do you love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our park's story while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin.
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Oct 9
4:00pm - 4:30pm

The Storyteller's Bag

Programs
Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Native American stories unlock the secrets of the natural world. Join a park interpreter to hear Native American stories and discover the secrets they tell us about life at Village Creek State Park.
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Oct 9
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Nature’s CDC - Vultures

Programs
Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
What if one of nature’s most misunderstood birds was also one of its most important? Join a park interpreter at the Overlook to discover how vultures serve as nature’s cleanup crew and help keep our ecosystems healthy.
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Oct 9
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hike the Solar System

Hikes
Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Embark on an exploration of the solar system without leaving Queen Wilhelmina State Park. We will start at the Sun, making pit stops at each planet. Using the Spring Trail and a little imagination, you will gain a greater understanding of our solar...
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Oct 9
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snails, Slugs and Bugs Hike

Hikes
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Uncover the secrets of snails, slugs, and bugs as we search for them along a 1-mile (out-and-back) section of the intermediate Devil’s Race trail Monument Trail. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes; bring insect repellant and water.
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Oct 9 - 11
5:00pm - 1:00pm

Women's Outdoor Weekend

Special Events
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join us at Lake Catherine State Park for our Women's Outdoor Weekend. Connect with nature and immerse yourself in the Ouachita Mountain landscape with like-minded women in a supportive environment. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just...
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Oct 9
5:45pm - 6:45pm

Sunset Cruise

Lake Tours
DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited--reservations are required...
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Oct 9
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Checkpoint Challenge

Programs
Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Calling all nature detectives; join a park interpreter for a mystery-solving navigation challenge. We will learn how to use a compass and find hidden clues to solve a nature mystery. Can you crack the case? This program is fun for the whole family.
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Oct 9
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Great Migration Challenge

Programs
Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Each year, over 350 bird species travel hundreds and sometimes thousands of miles to find the food they need to survive. Lake Dardanelle State Park is a perfect place for them to find this food and rest due to its diverse habitats. Can you take on...
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Oct 9
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

Paddling and Floating
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake while guided by a park interpreter. We will learn the basics of paddling and enjoy the sunset on the lake. Meet at the visitor center and then caravan to the launch site. All equipment is provided. Space is...
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Oct 9
6:30pm - 7:00pm

Star Songs

Programs
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter and enjoy Mount Magazine State Park’s exceptional dark skies. Listen to some original guitar songs about the stars above this island in the sky.
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Oct 9
6:30pm - 7:00pm

Star Songs

Programs
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter and enjoy Mount Magazine State Park’s exceptional dark skies. Listen to some original guitar songs about the stars above this island in the sky.
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Oct 9
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Skull Detectives

Programs
Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature. Join a park interpreter for a fun and challenging activity as you put your wildlife knowledge to the...
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Oct 9
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Night Hike at the Reservoir

Hikes
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking lot for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home. Please bring along a...
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Oct 9
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Spider Search Hike on the Monument Trail

Hikes
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join on this night hike as we go searching for spiders along a 0.50-mile portion of the intermediate Devil’s Racetrack. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes; bring a flashlight and insect repellant.
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