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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Sep 12
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Stone Bank Presents: Pine Leaf Boys

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
An evening concert featuring world-renowned American Cajun and Creole band The Pine Leaf Boys. The Grammy-nominated group from south Louisiana are known for their high-energy blend of traditional Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp-pop, Country and Soul music...
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Sep 12
7:30pm - 8:30pm

"Sunset at the Rock House" Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will explore a glade, take in the sunset at a scenic overlook, and view American Indian rock art to discover the windows into the past...
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Sep 12
7:30pm - 10:00pm

FALL STAR PARTY

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join the Memphis Astronomical Society for an enchanting evening of stargazing at Mississippi River State Park! Witness the wonders of the night sky and explore celestial highlights of the season. Catch a glimpse of Jupiter and Saturn, including its...
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Sep 12
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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Sep 12
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Full Moon Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the interpreter for a short hike along the Lake Walcott Trail as we learn about the Moon. Insect repellent is recommended. This trail is an easy 0.5-mile trail. Meet at the basketball courts near Lake Walcott.
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Sep 12
10:00pm - 11:00pm

Paint the Prairie

Arkansas Post Museum, 5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett, AR 72055 United States
Explore summer on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Beautiful wildflowers, vibrant green grasses that blow in the wind, and bright rays of sunshine across the clear blue sky. Join park staff for a creative watercolor painting program. Capture your favorite...
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Sep 13

PAY DIRT Trail Work Day

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Calling all mountain bike racers! Here's your chance to give back to the trails that give you the ride of your life. Join park staff and fellow riders at Devil's Den State Park for a trail workday as part of the "Pay Dirt" program for the 36th Annual...
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Sep 13
8:15am - 10:15am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry trailhead for a moderately challenging, 3.5-mile hike around Lake Bennett to learn more about the park’s flora, fauna, and unique history. We will see what moments of wonder we can find on this fun trek...
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Sep 13
8:30am - 9:00am

Daybreak Diamond Tour

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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Sep 13
9:00am - 10:00am

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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Sep 13
9:00am - 10:00am

BREWS, VIEWS, AND BONFIRES

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.
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Sep 13
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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Sep 13
9:00am - 10:00am

Art in The Park

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to discuss the beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Sep 13
9:00am - 10:00am

Beneficial Benefield Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen are all highly recommended...
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Sep 13
9:00am - 10:00am

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Prospectors Trail Guided Hike

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join us at Crater of Diamonds State Park for the annual nationwide Girl Scouts Love State Parks event. Join a park interpreter at the Prospector trailhead, on the northwest side of the diamond search area, and experience Crater of Diamonds State Park...
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