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
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Tour

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Marina to explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 10:00am

Catch of the Day

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 9:30am

Knot Knowing is Half the Fun

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Want to know how you can make good connections while fishing at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on knot tying demonstration where you will discover how to make some of the strongest connections. No previous experience...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Fishing Derby

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Hook, line, and sinker! See if you can catch a fish at Petit Jean State Park. The derby is open to children ages 15 and under. Parents are welcome to help, but the kids must do the fishing. Bring your own bait and tackle. Fish are stocked and door...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 11:00am

Free Fishing Weekend Fishing Derby

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Fishing is fun for all ages and this weekend it is time to catch the big one. Enjoy Lake Charles State Park and participate in our annual fishing derby sponsored by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Although all family members are encouraged to...
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Jun 13
9:00am - 11:00am

Guided Kayak Tour

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Ever heard life is better at the lake? It holds truth. Find out for yourself with a guided kayak tour along this almost 1,700‑acre lake. All paddling essentials provided, bring drinking water and sunscreen. Space is limited; call (870) 628-4714 to...
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Jun 13
9:30am - 10:00am

The Hunt for Fish on Lake Bailey

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Part of being a great fisherman is being a great hunter. The fish hide and sneak around the lake, so how can you know where to cast? Join a park interpreter at the boathouse to discover how to find, cast, and catch these fishy friends. This program...
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Jun 13
9:30am - 10:30am

Bat Detectives: Tracking the Night Shift Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Bats may rule the night, but their story is written across the landscape during the day. Join a Park Interpreter for a 1 mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack as we search for the places bats rest, raise their young, and survive between nightly hunts.
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Jun 13
9:50am - 10:05am

American Alligator

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387 Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join us every Saturday at the park visitor center for a close-up observation of an American alligator. During this observation you will be given educational points of this alligator's life and their natural habitat. At the end of the observation, you...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Summer Wildflower Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter in hiking the Spider Creek Trail in search of wildflowers that call Crowley’s Ridge home. This is a 1.0-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather.
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Jun 13
10:00am - 10:30am

The Fish of Lake Bailey

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
There’s a whole bunch of fish in Lake Bailey and they’re not all the same! Discover what fish lurk in the waters with a park interpreter by playing a fun matching game along the shoreline. This program will last about 30 minutes.
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Jun 13
10:00am - 10:45am

Catfish are Quite the Catch

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join us on Free Fishing Weekend and find out why the catfish is one of Arkansas' most important fish. Together, we'll dive into the dirty details of the different types of large catfish in the waters at Pinnacle Mountain State Park and discover where...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Tunstall Trail Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Tunstall trailhead, on the boat launch side, as we “step back in time” along the 1.5-mile trail. Along the way we will learn a little about what made Jacksonport so special, enjoy some scenery along the banks of the...
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Jun 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Jig Tying

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
The most successful angler is a keen observer of nature. Jigs are a customizable tackle option perfect for imitating a variety of favorite fish foods! Join the park interpreter in making our very own hand-tied tackle for a great time on the water.
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