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 11
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 11
8:30pm - 9:15pm

Night Hike on the Seven Hollows Trail

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter for a special night-hiking experience along a short section of the Seven Hollows Trail. Please bring along a flashlight, water and wear sturdy shoes.
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Jun 11
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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Jun 12 - 13

Dark Skies and Butterflies Event

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Lean into some of Mount Magazine State Park’s most precious resources- dark skies and butterflies! This special event will be centered around celebrating dark skies and butterflies via themed-programming delivered by park interpreters. CLICK HERE for...
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Jun 12 - 14

Bat-O-Rama

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It's time to celebrate one of the most beneficial and misunderstood creatures in the world, bats. Join us this weekend for the Annual Bat-O-Rama to check out some bat-focused programs to learn why these animals are so amazing. CLICK HERE for a link...
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Jun 12
8:30am - 9:00am

Daybreak Diamond Tour Hike

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter in the lower level of the Diamond Discovery Center to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past diamond finds to help in your own search.
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Jun 12
9:00am - 10:00am

Woodland Wandering Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Bear Cave Trailhead for a guided woodland wandering along the Boy Scout Trail. We will hike along the Boy Scout Trail across the Wild Hog Crossing and explore the area. Along the way, we will see what makes Petit Jean...
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Jun 12
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 12
9:00am - 9:30am

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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Jun 12
9:00am - 11:00am

Fishing Information Table

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the Cossatot Falls to practice your knots, learn about the fish of Cossatot River, and pick up a fishing guide! This is a come & go station.
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Jun 12
9:30am - 10:30am

Historic Townsite Hike

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Walk the historic townsite with a park interpreter, see the "ghost structures" which provide scale and context for how the town looked when it was here, and hear stories of the people who lived at Davidsonville. This tour is 1/2-mile of easy walking...
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Jun 12
9:30am - 10:30am

Wild Bird Wander

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
Central and eastern Arkansas have long been important homes to many species of birds. Join park staff to reflect on the complicated relationship between birds and farmers, as well as ways that modern farmers are working to help our feathered friends...
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Jun 12
10:00am - 11:00am

Let's Go Fly a Kite!

Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Ready for some hands-on fun? Join us as we create and decorate our own paper kites and then go fly them outside!
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Jun 12
10:00am - 11:00am

Lure Tying 101

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Never been fishing? No worries! Kick off Free Fishing Weekend by learning how to attach your lures to a rod and reel. Bring your fishing hook, line, and rod to discover different lure tying techniques. Join a park interpreter after the how-to...
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Jun 12
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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