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 5
4:00pm - 5:15pm

"Hidden in the Hills" Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Diverse landscapes are plentiful in the Ouachita Mountains, and many creatures are perfectly adapted to hide within the rugged terrain. Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Lover's Leap Trail to learn the clever camouflage strategies...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Become a State Park Explorer

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Meet a park interpreter to learn about the Junior Ranger Program, a program intended for kids ages 6-14 to connect with Arkansas State Parks and our resources. Start your journey to become an official Jr. Ranger.
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Don't Tread on Me: Arkansas Snakes

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans—in fact, snakes are very helpful in their habitats! Join a park interpreter to learn how to tell the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes and...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Life in a Covered Wagon

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith State Park. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Meet a park interpreter and try your hand at...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 5:30pm

"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 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Birding 101 Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Hannah Harper Live in Concert

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Hannah Harper Live in Concert Experience standout musician Hannah Harper live at the Ozark Highlands Theater on June 5, 2026! Fresh from televised competition, Hannah and her band will play their first concert here in Arkansas since taking the...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS and S’MORES

Stories, trivia, and s’mores return for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair!
Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Safety Sense (in the Dardanelle Area)

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Surprises can happen on any outdoor adventure. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the playground to learn basic first aid tips, how to identify plants like poison ivy, what to do if you see a snake, and how to stay safe and confident...
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Kayaking Tour

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the park interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot while paddling through cypress groves and along...
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 8:30pm

S'mores Meet & Greet

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join park staff and camper neighbors at the Main Pavilion Area for a campfire. We will provide marshmallows for s'mores. Gather around and talk about the exciting programs the park is offering this weekend.
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 7:30pm

Wonder House Tour

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its...
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Jun 5
7:00pm - 7:30pm

It's A Bat

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Let’s compare apples to oranges. Join a park interpreter to learn about bats at Mount Magazine State Park by comparing them to something you are most likely a bit more familiar with, birds.
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Jun 5
7:15pm - 8:45pm

Sunset Cruise

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, and geology as you experience one of Lake Ouachita State Park's famous sunsets. Seating is limited; make reservations and pay at the visitor center or marina...
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Jun 5
7:30pm - 9:00pm

Sunset SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding for Beginners)

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
It is hard not to love a good sunset on the water. We think you will love it even more once you are standing atop the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Join a park...
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