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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Jul 18
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet a Tree Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
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Jul 18
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Kayak Cruise

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
One of the best ways to experience Lake Frierson is from inside a kayak! Join a park interpreter to cruise north on the lake, where the water starts to shallow, water plants thrive, and chances of spotting wildlife increase. No paddling experience is...
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Jul 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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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Jul 18
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Resourceful Raptors-Vultures

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastered. From eyesight and smell to teamwork and smarts, there's more to them than what meets the eye. In this...
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Jul 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tracking Wildlife

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Learn how to find signs of wildlife by viewing prints, pelts, and other animal artifacts. See what you know by playing the animal tracks memory game. Then create a fun animal print craft to take home as a souvenir of your park visit.
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Jul 18
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
The cotton gin is a simple tool with a complex story. Discover more about this story as park staff gins cotton on the museum's demonstration gin. Feel the difference in cotton before and after it has been ginned and learn how much work it takes to...
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Jul 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Backyard Insect ID Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Have you ever seen an insect and had no idea what it was? Learn how to use an insect ID guide to understand what bugs you may find in your backyard. Join a park interpreter at the Waterleaf trailhead near the visitor center for an immersive ID hike...
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Jul 18
4:00pm - 5:00pm

CCC Softball

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
This friendly game connects participants to the past at Petit Jean: Members of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) who built this park in the 1930s played softball as a form of recreation while living and working here. Meet the park interpreters...
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Jul 18
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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Jul 18
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Owl Pellet Dissection

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Join park interpreters in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. Explore the various species of owls found in Arkansas, their diet and how they play a key role in the ecosystem. This is a fascinating hands-on activity for all ages.
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Jul 18
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Celebrity Concert: Sam Bush Band

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
The Committee of One Hundred Presents: Sam Bush Band Tickets on sale: March 14 An evening of country and newgrass music with International Bluegrass Hall Fame Member and three-time GRAMMY Award-winner, Sam Bush. This event is a benefit concert for...
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Jul 18
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited; reservations are required...
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Jul 18
9:00pm - 9:45pm

Spider Sniffing Night Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Bring a flashlight and a friend because we’re going to be sniffing for spiders. Join a park interpreter on this1/2-mile hike to unravel the web of lies about these fascinating creatures while searching for them on the trail. Be sure to wear shoes...
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Jul 19
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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Jul 19
9:00am - 10:00am

Morning Breeze Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Join us on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake and discover the rugged beauty of the Ouachita Mountains...
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