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
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Evening Kayak Excursion

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the marina for an evening kayak excursion. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water. Bring water and sunscreen. Kayaks, life jackets and paddles are...
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Jun 13
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Sunset Kayaking

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Paddle into the evening on a guided kayak tour as the sun sets over Lake Dardanelle. Join a park interpreter for a relaxed paddle to enjoy the changing colors of the sky and the sights and sounds of the water at dusk. No kayaking experience is...
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Jun 13
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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 13
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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Jun 13
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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Jun 13
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Summer Serenade: The Frogs of Lake Bailey

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs. Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade. This program lasts about 45 minutes.
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Jun 13
8:45pm - 9:45pm

Star Party

Withrow Springs State Park, 33424 Spur 23 Huntsville, AR 72740 United States
Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society for a program on the night sky. The park has several telescopes that will be set up for everyone to use including a large 14-inch mirror telescope. You may want to bring a chair or...
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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 - 10:30am

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 - 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

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
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 - 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.