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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Sep 12
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Fish Smart Look and Learn Table

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the visitor center to plan your next fishing trip, learn simple Leave No Trace fishing practices that protect fish and shorelines and discover easy ways anglers can help keep the lake healthy .
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Guess that Critter

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
How much do you know, or think you know, about the critters that make Jacksonport State Park their home? From mammals to birds to reptiles, this is a chance to hone your cognitive skills with other like-minded people using animal calls, hides, tracks...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Fishing 101

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier to learn and practice fishing basics. Together we will learn about the fish that can be caught at Woolly Hollow State Park and practice fishing skills such as tying knots, baiting a hook, casting and...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:30pm

GIRL SCOUTS LOVE STATE PARKS: WATER DETECTIVE MYSTERY CHALLENGE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Solve the mystery of Bear Creek Lake’s health. Test pH, turbidity, temperature; discover simple ways to protect the lake. Spot pollution clues. This program will help to work toward badges for Grades K-8. General public is welcome to join this...
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Sep 12
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Backpacking 101: From Pack to Path

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Curious about what it takes to explore the backcountry? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on introduction to backpacking. Scouts will discover what gear belong in a backpack, learn how to pack efficiently, explore different methods of water...
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Sep 12
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Nature Photography Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Nature has all kinds of beauty, both big and small. Join a park interpreter to explore the world of photography and nature at Lake Poinsett State Park. No camera equipment required, but if you have a camera or phone capable of taking pictures, bring...
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Sep 12
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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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Sep 12
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Astronomy Night with Sugar Creek Astronomical Society

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
We will begin with an indoor program on the origins of modern astronomy and how we came to know the solar system by guest speaker Jack McDaniel. Weather and cloud cover permitting, outdoor viewing will begin around 7:30 p.m. Club members will bring...
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Sep 12
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Stone Bank Presents: Pine Leaf Boys

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
An evening concert featuring world-renowned American Cajun and Creole band The Pine Leaf Boys. The Grammy-nominated group from south Louisiana are known for their high-energy blend of traditional Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp-pop, Country and Soul music...
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Sep 12
7:30pm - 8:30pm

"Sunset at the Rock House" 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 to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will explore a glade, take in the sunset at a scenic overlook, and view American Indian rock art to discover the windows into the past...
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Sep 12
7:30pm - 10:00pm

FALL STAR PARTY

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join the Memphis Astronomical Society for an enchanting evening of stargazing at Mississippi River State Park! Witness the wonders of the night sky and explore celestial highlights of the season. Catch a glimpse of Jupiter and Saturn, including its...
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Sep 12
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Bat Night Hike

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins. Join the park superintendent on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here at the park. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek Trail explores the different adaptations that...
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Sep 12
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Full Moon Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the interpreter for a short hike along the Lake Walcott Trail as we learn about the Moon. Insect repellent is recommended. This trail is an easy 0.5-mile trail. Meet at the basketball courts near Lake Walcott.
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Sep 13

PAY DIRT Trail Work Day

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Calling all mountain bike racers. Here's your chance to give back to the trails that give you the ride of your life. Join park staff and fellow riders at Devil's Den State Park for a trail workday as part of the "Pay Dirt" program for the 37th Annual...
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Sep 13

Guided Cavern Tours

Blanchard Springs Caverns, 704 Blanchard Springs Road, Fifty-Six, AR 72533 United States
Blanchard Springs Caverns is one of the most spectacular and carefully developed caves found anywhere in the world. It is located in the Ozark National Forest and is believed to have been formed, and continually changed, by an ongoing mountain spring...
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