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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May 16 - 17

Wonderful Wetlands Weekend

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join guides from Arkansas State Parks and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission as we explore the wonders of our wetland habitats here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Visit with the AGFC stream team, join park staff for guided hikes, floats, games and...
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May 17
9:00am - 2:00pm

Guided Kayak Float on the Little Maumelle Water Trail: Wonderful Wetlands Weekend

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join us for our annual Wonderful Wetlands Weekend guided kayak float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that define our...
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May 17
10:00am - 2:00pm

Outdoor Workshop: Basecamp Adventure Yancopin Bridge Hike

Delta Heritage Trail State Park, 5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Delta Heritage Trail offers miles and miles to explore. Here is your chance to discover how to prepare for your outdoor hiking adventure. Meet at the Watson Trailhead where a park interpreter will provide tips on safety, what to bring, and trip...
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May 17
11:00am - 12:00pm

Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Arkansas is a natural fit for this adventurous sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park interpreter for a crash course to get you standing on water in no time! Reservations are required and are taken at...
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May 17
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Fishing with Family & Friends

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Cane Creek State Park is o pening Shady Pond to junior anglers ages 15 years old and younger. Bring your family and friends along with your own fishing pole, bait and tackle. Parents are welcome to help, but the kids must do the fishing.
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May 17
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Skull Detectives

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature. Join a park interpreter for a fun and challenging activity as you put your wildlife knowledge to the...
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May 17
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Water Safety Tabletop

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Hobbs has two main areas where you can easily access the beautiful Beaver Lake for paddling, fishing, or swimming. Stop by the tabletop to learn more about water safety. A 15-minute program will start every half hour. Come and go as you please.
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May 17
2:00pm - 3:15pm

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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May 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

If Trees Could Speak Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What if the trees could speak for themselves? Imagine the stories they would share about this beautiful land that we now call our park. Join a park interpreter on this easy 3/4-mile hike to learn about our park from a tree’s perspective.
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May 17
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Go Outside and Play

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Children in historic Davidsonville did not have the same toys we have today, but the fun they had was timeless! Join a park interpreter during this come-and-go program to play the Game of Graces, Ninepins, Clothespins in the Jar, and more. The next...
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May 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Living on the Edge Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Do you know what an edge habitat is? Find out we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail. We’ll hike approximately 1-mile (out and back) along the intermediate trail. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes...
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May 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dip Net Discovery

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of Lake Frierson? Join the park interpreter in this hands-on activity to find out and discover the roles these critters play in keeping the lake healthy. Bring sunscreen and wear shoes that can get wet and...
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May 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

What is a Museum? (An Intro for Youth ages 4-8)

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
Kids ages 4 to 8 and their families are invited to join Plantation Agriculture Museum staff in celebrating International Museum Day by learning about the important work museums do and practicing using our museum manners while doing a scavenger hunt...
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May 17
2:00pm - 2:30pm

The Hidden Hunt

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Nature has a hidden side, if you are willing to search for it. Meet a park interpreter to go on a scavenger hunt and investigate what you might miss at first glance. This program is great for kids of any age.
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May 17
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Birds, Flowers and Canyon Walls Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Bring your binoculars, if you have them, and join a park interpreter at the breezeway of historic Mather Lodge. We are taking a short hike to the Cedar Falls Overlook looking for spring wildflowers and bird species along the way. We will have a few...
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