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 6
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Nighttime Critters Hike

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...
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Jun 7
6:00am - 7:30am

Sunrise Lake Tour

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...
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Jun 7
8:00am - 3:30pm

Archeological Excavation Self-Guided Tours

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...
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Jun 7
8:00am - 10:00am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

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...
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Jun 7
8:00am - 8:45am

Early Bird Hike

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...
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Jun 7
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Hike on the Little Missouri

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead of the Little Missouri River Trail to learn all about the world of birding. This 1.2-mile trail winds its way through the woods from the campground to the scenic Little Missouri River. A portion of this trail...
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Jun 7
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Walk

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.
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Jun 7
9:00am - 10:30am

Kayak Birding Tour

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...
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Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Cane Pole Fishing

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.
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Jun 7
9:00am - 11:00am

Mammals of Cossatot River

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.
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Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Pedal and Picnic Ride

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then...
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Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Birder Hike

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them, and please wear tennis shoes or...
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Jun 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Bird Hike

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...
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Jun 7
9:30am - 10:00am

What Bee Would You Be?

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Watch the bees in the native plant garden and discover which type of bee best represents you.
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Jun 7
10:00am - 11:00am

Orienteering for Beginners

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter in learning how to use a compass and read maps. This beginner-friendly session will prepare you for your next state park adventure.
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