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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Oct 25
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nature Journaling

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Let's explore the natural world through art. Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park.
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Oct 25
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Snake Feeding

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident education snakes and explore the various native snake species of Arkansas.
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Oct 25
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a Postcard

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Postcards are snapshot of a moment and have a long history. Come create your very own as we discuss why postcards have been so important.
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Oct 25
3:30pm - 4:00pm

"See the Tree" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
See the once-green Eastern red cedar tree that serves not only as the symbol of Mount Magazine State Park, but also a reminder of the power of lightning. This is a short hike, but does require some light scrambling down potentially treacherous, rocky...
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Oct 25
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Beneath the Surface

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Beneath the clear waters of Lee Creek is a hidden world full of remarkable wildlife. Through riddles and clues, discover the aquatic life that call the creek home while learning how each one is specially adapted to survive in the Ozarks.
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Oct 25
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rock Climbing Basics

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Are you interested in rock climbing or rappelling on the beautiful Hartshorne sandstone cliffs of Petit Jean Mountain but unsure of how to get started? Join a park interpreter in the CCC room at Mather Lodge to learn how to get started on your...
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Oct 25
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It is time for a creekside painting session where water meets color. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served...
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Oct 25
6:00pm - 7:00pm

SUNSET BIKE RIDE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for an evening bike ride through the park as the sun sets and temperatures cool down. Enjoy a casual pace, scenic views and the changing colors of the landscape. Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals; call the visitor...
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Oct 26
9:00am - 10:15am

Oh, I AM on a Mountain Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Hike down the Dripping Springs Trail to some of the most scenic bluffs that are oftentimes overlooked if not taking part in a breathtaking guided hiking adventure. CAUTION: This hike visits high overlooks with no guard rails. Children and pets must...
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Oct 26
9:30am - 10:00am

MTB Mondays: Trail Etiquette and Safety

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in to learn how to share the trail responsibly, pass safely, and ride with confidence while looking out for yourself and others.
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Oct 26
10:00am - 11:00am

SPIDER WEB ENGINEERING

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover how spiders use natural design to build strong lightweight webs. We will learn about spider web patterns and structural strength. Supplies are available.
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Oct 26
7:30pm - 9:30pm

FULL MOON KAYAK

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Paddle across Bear Creek Lake under the glow of the full moon and enjoy a peaceful evening on the water. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should be comfortable around water. Basic paddling techniques are...
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Oct 27
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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Oct 29
9:00am - 9:30am

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike in Campground

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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Oct 29
10:00am - 10:45am

Throwback Thursday Hike: Built by the CCC

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step back to the 1930s and discover how the Civilian Conservation Corps transformed Devil’s Den into one of Arkansas’s most iconic state parks. This guided 1-mile hike explores the craftsmanship, history, and legacy of the young men who built the...
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