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 3
10:00am - 11:00am

Scavenger Hunt Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Are you up for the Scavenger Hunt Challenge? Join a park interpreter for a hike and game combined. Along the trail we’ll be on the lookout for many different items, animals, sounds and colors found in nature. This easy 1 1/4-mile long hike/game takes...
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Jul 3
10:00am - 11:30am

Fun Day Friday

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
What did children do for fun in the 1800s? How did people get the things they needed before the internet? What did kids do for fun in the 19th century? Join park staff every Friday in Summer to explore a unique question about Arkansas history and...
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Jul 3
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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Jul 3
10:00am - 11:00am

The Mighty Eagle

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
The bald eagle is one of the largest birds of prey found in North America. It is the national bird and symbol of the United States of America. Join a park interpreter for a program to learn more.
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Jul 3
10:30am - 11:00am

Healing Waters

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
The “healing” waters of Three Sisters Springs had an impact on many people from the past and they continue to be important to us today. Join a park interpreter for a trip back in time to rediscover the “World’s Wonder Waters.” Meet at the Three...
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Jul 3
11:00am - 11:45am

Bear Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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Jul 3
11:00am - 11:15am

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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Jul 3
11:00am - 12:00pm

Owl Pass Monument Trail Walk

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter and embark on a 2-mile round-trip walk on our park’s newest trail, Owl Pass. Explore pristine wetlands, enjoy beautiful views along the base of Pinnacle Mountain, and learn about local flora and fauna as we experience this...
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Jul 3
11:30am - 12:00pm

Unique Artifacts of the Plum Bayou People

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road Scott, AR 72142 United States
In this park interpreter led, museum scavenger hunt, you’ll see what most people walk right past. The Plum Bayou people left a variety of artifacts behind. We’ll go beyond the arrowheads and spearpoints to discover more craftsmanship and creativity...
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Jul 3
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Kayak Test Drive

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Curious about kayaking? Join a park interpreter for a short paddle around the cove to get a feel for kayaking on the water. We will go over basic paddle strokes and getting in and out of the kayak. This is a quick test drive to see if kayaking is...
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Jul 3
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Site Tour

Parkin Archeological State Park, 60 State Hwy 184 Parkin, AR 72373 United States
Come enjoy a guided tour of the Native American village site. Park staff will lead a walk around the site and offer information about the lives of the people here a thousand years ago.
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Jul 3
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Knot Knowledge: Fishing Knots

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Whether you are fishing for bass, crappie, or brim, knowing how to tie fishing knots is important. Come by to learn a few that will meet your needs during your weekend on the lake.
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Jul 3
1:00pm - 2:30pm

Monumental Coachwhip Trail Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter for an immersive guided hiking experience along this 2-mile shared use trail that circles Middle Mountain. Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. We will explore the rolling terrain of the Ouachitas learning about...
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Jul 3
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ceremonial Site Walking Tour

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road Scott, AR 72142 United States
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is home to a group of ancient earthworks that once made...
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Jul 3
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Snakes: Wild Wonders

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
For many, the very word just makes their skin crawl. For others, snakes are the wild wonders of the reptile world. Regardless of which camp you gravitate towards, chances are good that you might encounter one during your visit to the park. Join a...
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