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 27
8:30pm - 9:15pm

Owl Prowl Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight...
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Jun 27
9:00pm - 9:45pm

Guides Above Us

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
In the dark skies of Village Creek State Park, you find eternal guides. Join us to hear stories about the guides in the sky, lessons these guides have taught humans, and how you can use the night sky to guide your way in the night. Please bring a...
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Jun 27
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Firefly Atlas Hike

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Join the park interpreter for one of nature’s most captivating displays: the nighttime dance of North America’s fireflies. Explore the park after dark, revisit a classic pastime of American youth by catching fireflies, and help uncover what little is...
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Jun 28
8:00am - 10:00am

Outer Boundaries Adventure: Boat Cruise & Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Part lake cruise and part hike, this adventure captures the best of both worlds. Embark with a park interpreter for this unique opportunity to hike a select section of the “White Zone” multi-use trail on the south side of the lake. Enjoy a short boat...
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Jun 28
8:30am - 10:00am

Echoing Footsteps Hike

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
As you walk the Military Road Trail, your footsteps echo those of the past, present and future. Meet a park interpreter to learn the stories, histories, and hardships of those who walked the Military Road, and discover how your footsteps here today...
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Jun 28
8:30am - 2:30pm

Delta Heritage Trail Ebike Adventure Snow Lake to Mellwood Trailheads

Delta Heritage Trail State Park, 5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Delta Heritage Trail offers unparallel outdoor adventures. Here is your chance to experience one on an ebike tour with a park interpreter from the Snow Lake to Mellwood Trailheads on a crushed gravel trail. The registration fee covers bike rental...
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Jun 28
9:00am - 12:00pm

Women in Nature (WIN) Fly Fishing Demo

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Bull Shoals-White River State Park is excited to offer Women in Nature (WIN). During this summer series, women are encouraged to join park staff to explore different aspects of the park and enjoy the great outdoors with other like-minded women. In...
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Jun 28
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 28
9:00am - 10:00am

Cane Pole Fishing

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way. Poles and bait will be provided.
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Jun 28
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 28
9:30am - 10:30am

Lake Cruise

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat ( weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for...
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Jun 28
10:00am - 11:00am

Plant I.D. Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
What's that cool plant on the trail? Join a park interpreter and learn about the unique plants we have here at Lake Poinsett State Park. If you have guides or a favorite I.D. app, bring it and we can compare it to the guides and apps the park...
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Jun 28
10:00am - 11:00am

Snake Smarts

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Can you identify Arkansas native snakes? Do you know how to keep yourself safe while on the trail or at home? Join a park interpreter for a brief lesson on simple species identification, debunking myths, and the Do's and Don'ts for safe interactions...
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Jun 28
10:00am - 11:00am

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.
Jun 28
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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