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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Jun 12
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Cruise

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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Jun 12
7:45pm - 8:45pm

Campfire Evening Social

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Welcome to the weekend at Lake Catherine State Park. Kick off your Free Fishing Weekend with a park interpreter at the trailhead to enjoy the warmth of a campfire and to snack on some s'mores. Questions, stories, and conversation are all welcome...
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Jun 12
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Star Songs

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 by listening to some original guitar songs about the stars above the island in the sky.
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Jun 12
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Night Sky Fishing

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Curious about what kinds of insects call Petit Jean Mountain home? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about moths, beetles, and other interesting insects. We will use a unique method to find out what insects are out and about on the...
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Jun 12
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Owl Prowl

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Ever hear a haunting hoot in the dark and wondered about the expert hunters that make those sounds? Join a park interpreter for a deeper look at the silent midnight raptors and listen for the sounds of the owls . Insect repellent is recommended.
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Jun 12
8:30pm - 9:30pm

Arkansas Caves and Bats: Guest Speaker / Author Michael Ray Taylor

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Michael Ray Taylor has written four books on caving and explored caves around the world for Smithsonian, National Geographic, and other publications. In this featured talk, he will focus on a few caves of Arkansas and the bats who live there.
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Jun 12
8:30pm - 9:30pm

Owl Prowl

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
"Who" is out in the woods? Join a park interpreter near the Cossatot Falls campground to learn about hunters of the night. We will hoot at the falls to try and locate any nearby owls. This night walk is 0.5-mile round-trip.
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Jun 12
8:30pm - 10:00pm

Night Sky Viewing

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join park staff and volunteers from the Sugar Creek Astronomical Society for a magical night under the stars! The program will feature a brief educational talk and sky viewing with telescopes.
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Jun 12
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Stars on the Summit

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
What conditions are needed to view the planets and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes. Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens of a telescope. Note: This program is weather...
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Jun 12
9:00pm - 9:45pm

Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What creatures can be found lurking around DeGray Lake Resort State Park at night? Join a park interpreter to find out. After diving into the world of creepy crawlies, we will embark on a journey to search for them along the Towering Pines Trail. Be...
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Jun 12
9:15pm - 10:00pm

Campfire Trivia

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Kick off your stay at Lake Ouachita State Park. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and your "A-game" as you test your knowledge with nature trivia with friends and family members around the campfire.
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Jun 13

Herbs and Herb Uses

Arkansas Post Museum, 5530 Hwy. 165 South Gillett, AR 72055 United States
The settlers of the Arkansas Grand Prairie had many uses for wild and domesticated herbs. Join museum staff in the kitchen garden to learn about garden herbs that grow in the Delta and what uses they had in the households of the southern Grand...
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Jun 13 - 15
8:00am - 5:00pm

Free Fishing Weekend Information Station

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Come to the visitor center to check out the free resources that Jacksonport State Park can offer you to enjoy Free Fishing Weekend! Whether you are experienced or just beginning in this fun and relaxing hobby, you can check out upcoming fishing...
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Jun 13
8:00am - 10:00am

LEE COUNTY YOUTH FISHING DERBY

Fishing provides children with opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and develop a lifelong interest. Children 12 and under will have the opportunity to fish the pre-stocked pond and win prizes. Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Jun 13
8:30am - 11:00am

Kids' Fishing Derby

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Join us at Logoly State Park for our annual fishing derby. Kids under 15 will be able to fish at the pond starting at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m. Awards will be given for biggest fish and most fish. There will also be door prizes awarded...
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