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 13
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Golf Course Safari

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Tonight we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made beginning noon the day before at the lodge front desk, (501) 865...
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Jun 13
10:00pm - 11:00pm

Mothy Nights

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Flutter on by the visitor center to learn about moths and their nightly antics. Prepare to be surrounded by insects as we use lights and bed sheets to lure them. Insect repellant is recommended for mosquitoes.
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Jun 14
9:00am - 10:00am

Pedal and Picnic Ride

Petit Jean State Park, 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 14
9:00am - 10:00am

BREWS, VIEWS, AND BONFIRES

Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.
Jun 14
9:00am - 10:00am

Cane Pole Fishing

Lake Catherine State Park, 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 14
9:00am - 9:45am

Cane Pole Fishing

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Bring your knot knowledge with you and learn how to rig up a cane pole for a fun fishing experience. You don’t have to have all the fancy gadgets to enjoy fishing at DeGray Lake. Let’s get back to the basics in this traditional method of fishing...
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Jun 14
9:00am - 9:45am

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Calling all dog parents; join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State Park B.A.R.K. Ranger. Please bring leashes, water...
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Jun 14
9:00am - 11:00am

Old Town Lake Fishing Workshop

Delta Heritage Trail State Park, 5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Get started fishing during Free Fishing Weekend in the beautiful Arkansas Delta! Meet at the visitor center before caravanning in your own vehicle a short distance to Old Town Lake. A park interpreter will guide you through setting up your pole so...
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Jun 14
9:00am - 10:30am

Dardanelle Adventures

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join park staff for a fun-filled fishing excursion on Lake Dardanelle. On this exciting hour and a half adventure you will be able to fish, learn a bit more about the area, and hopefully discover some of the native residents of the lake. Be sure to...
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Jun 14
9:00am - 10:00am

Volunteer Hour

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
For this service hour, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive an assignment. Water, warm...
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Jun 14
9:00am - 11:00am

Daisy Morning Kayak Tour

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
J the park superintendent on one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at the visitor center or by calling (870) 398-4487 as reservations...
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Jun 14
10:00am - 10:30am

Nature Bingo

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Join a park interpreter to play a fun game of nature bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the natural things found at Lake Fort Smith State Park. Fun and prizes for all ages.
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Jun 14
10:00am - 10:45am

Geocaching Hike on the Green Heron Trail

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache. Smartphone users are encouraged to download a...
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Jun 14
10:00am - 11:00am

Fishing Trivia

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
How well do you know your Arkansas fish? Do you know what fish are endangered? What about what fish are the most aggressive? Join a park interpreter for this fun, family-friendly trivia. Can you outsmart the fish?
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Jun 14
10:00am - 10:45am

What's the Catch?

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret superpower...
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