Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
United States
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its...
131 Columbia Road 459
Magnolia, AR 71753
United States
The waters of Logoly State Park are full of unseen mysteries. Many life cycles are carried out in the ponds and pools of this forest that are worth a closer look. Join a park interpreter to grab a net and find out for yourself what calls our waters...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Crawfish, minnows, and variety of insects, there is an entire world of its own in the creek. We’ll walk along a section of Lee Creek to observe the organisms that live there. It’s recommended to wear shoes you wouldn’t mind getting wet.
4815 AR Hwy 161 South
Scott, AR 72142
United States
Join park staff to learn more about this machine that changed history. This program provides an up-close look at how a ten-saw gin functions and the chance to feel the difference between cotton before and after ginning.
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour. Your guide will discuss kayaking basics before giving you the opportunity to experience Lake Charles State Park from the water. Be sure to bring...
Kayaking is a terrific way to experience Bear Creek Lake. You can check out quiet areas for wildlife and relax while surrounded by the St. Francis National Forest. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should...
506 East Douglas Street
Prairie Grove, AR 72753
United States
Have you ever wondered what kind of plants grow at Prairie Grove Battlefield? Join a park interpreter for a guided hike around the Battlefield Trail and plant identification. Guidebooks will be available.
Wildlife is brimming at the lake! Embark on this kayak tour to view it all. Discuss the animals that call Lake Sylvia home. Then, with the guidance of a park interpreter explore the lake for signs of wildlife. Never been on a kayak? Our park...
2542 Hwy. 257
Lake Village, AR 71653
United States
At Lake Chicot State Park, explore a remnant of nature that was once a much bigger part of the greater Arkansas Delta region by hiking the Delta Woodlands Trail. This short, paved, 1-mile hike ventures through habitat for many species of plants and...
153 Dam Overlook Lane
Bull Shoals, AR 72619
United States
Join a park interpreter on a walk to visit the several bluebird boxes located throughout the campground. Learn about the three bird species that use these boxes and why we keep an eye out for one of them. This 1-mile walk covers grass and some hills...
Join a park interpreter at the visitor center nature room and meet our live baby alligator. We will also learn what makes reptiles special and about some of the other ones make their homes in and around Moro Bay State Park.
4087 Smackover Hwy.
Smackover, AR 71762
United States
Learn about geology and how it's related to the formation of oil in Arkansas. There will be hands on example fossils and rocks related to oil formation to touch and feel.
Join a park interpreter as we learn more about one of our favorite mammals in the park, the fox. We will discuss some of our state’s history relating to foxes, discover some of their unique characteristics and traits and try to figure out why they...
82 Woolly Hollow Road
Greenbrier, AR 72058
United States
Join a park interpreter at the front entrance of the visitor center to learn more about the organisms living in streams at Woolly Hollow State Park. Be prepared to get your feet wet! Please wear sturdy closed-toe shoes.
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...
