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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Aug 27
9:00am - 10:30am

"Reading Nature's Morning Newspaper" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1 to 2-mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the secret lives of animals.
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Aug 27
9:00am - 9:30am

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Aug 27
9:00am - 9:30am

History of the Big Spring

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Did you know that the Big Spring, located in the middle of Bull Shoals-White River State Park, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places? Meet a park interpreter to discover the spring's history and significance to the area.
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Aug 27
10:00am - 11:00am

Introduction to Birding Walk

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Aug 27
10:00am - 11:00am

Wetland Safari

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitat is home to a wide variety of creatures. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to explore some of the players in this vital ecosystem.
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Aug 27
11:00am - 12:00pm

Reading the Land Hike - Topo Maps 101

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
A topographic map is one of the best tools to have in your backpack on all your adventures, but especially at Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Palisades Overlook to learn how to read this style of map and venture onto a short...
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Aug 27
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Dazzling Dragonflies

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Dragonflies are unique creatures that tell us a lot about the environment. Join a park interpreter to watch them fly, learn about their characteristics and discuss why they are very helpful.
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Aug 27
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Scenic Lake Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake with a park interpreter as your guide. Discover the history of the lake, watch for wildlife, and view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning noon the...
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Aug 27
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Woolly Cabin Tour

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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Aug 27
3:00pm - 4:15pm

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Aug 27
3:30pm - 4:15pm

Pollinators and their Buds

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Wildflowers are in bloom and butterflies are flying. Join a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Woolly Hollow State Park. This program includes a craft.
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Aug 27
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wings Over the Water

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Get a chance to view the two vulture species in Arkansas as they soar above Bull Shoals Lake and the White River. Learn interesting facts about these birds and their importance to the ecosystem here at the park. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars.
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Aug 27
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Sturgeon Moon Kayak Adventure

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Let’s celebrate the closing of another summer season the best way- in a kayak under the last rays of the setting sun and into the glow of a rising full sturgeon moon. No paddle experience is required to tag along on this expedition. Wear clothes and...
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Aug 28 - Nov 1

PAINTING THE ARKANSAS PARKS EXHIBIT

Mississippi River State Park is proud to host the Painting the Arkansas Parks exhibit, a statewide celebration of Arkansas’s natural beauty through the eyes of plein air artists. Organized by the Heart of America Artists Association, the project...
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Aug 28
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Expedition

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddling experience is necessary to sign up for this...
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