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 20
11:00am - 11:45am

Knots and Navigation

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. Knots are useful in a number of outdoor recreation adventures, and this is a fun way to ensure you are prepared and confident for safety wherever you...
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Jun 20
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

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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Jun 20
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Nature Cabin Drop-In

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 2:30pm

"What's On The Menu?" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Pollinators like bees and butterflies are picky eaters - and every flower on the trail is a dish waiting to be served. On this guided hike, we’ll explore what’s blooming, who’s buzzing, and how plants and pollinators work together to keep our...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead 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...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm

THE GRAVEL GRIND

Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride, covering 4-6 miles through mostly flat and gently sloping terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals - call 870-295-4040 in advance to make a reservation. All...
Jun 20
1:00pm - 2:15pm

Mountain Medicine Hike on Lover's Leap

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a park interpreter to learn about how the settlers...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Herbs, History & Healing Hike

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 guided hike led by herbalist Linda Odom to see, feel and smell the plants as you...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Preserving Ozark Chinquapin

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the visitor center porch (area where rocking chairs are located) to learn more about our park's effort to preserve the threatened Ozark Chinquapin. Together we will take a short walk to our chinquapin restoration area and...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Nature Jeopardy

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Here is a chance for you and your family to be in the “hot seat.” Bring your whole family to this fun game and challenge your brain on every aspect of the nature of Arkansas. Meet a park interpreter for an hour of fun and intriguing brainstorming.
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Kayak Tour

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak. Whether it's paddling along the shoreline or exploring quiet coves, the beauty of the lake is worth a look. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and lifejackets are provided. No previous paddling...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Inspector Insect

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join an interpreter in a buzzing search for our insect friends while learning how they benefit Crowley’s Ridge State Park ecology.
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

River Rock ID

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
The Cossatot River is lined with sand, pebbles and large boulders. Have you ever wondered what kind of rocks and minerals they were made of? Join park interpreters on a swimming adventure and identify the various rocks and minerals in the river. All...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Painting Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
For centuries, people have come to Mount Nebo seeking meaning, healing, refuge, and inspiration. Join a park interpreter for some nature viewing and storytelling while making a watercolor painting to take home.
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

In-Seine Adventure

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
The Arkansas River creates many opportunities for enjoyment as it journeys through Lake Dardanelle. What lives in the lake besides fish and turtles? We will meet at the kayak beach and seine for macro-invertebrates and see who is living in the lake...
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