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 5
2:00pm - 2:30pm

American Alligator

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native ecosystems. After learning about this reptile, join the...
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Jun 5
2:00pm - 3:00pm

THE GRAVEL GRIND

Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride, covering 4-6 miles on a mixed flat and gentle uphill terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals - call 870-295-4040 in advance to make a reservation. All participants...
Jun 5
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Mussel Cove Kayaking

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Want to embark on a paddle adventure? Join park staff at the visitor center kayak beach; learn basic kayaking skills and some of our native freshwater mussels. Join a park interpreter for a mussel cove excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:30pm

What's Up?: A Deeper Look at Magazine's Dark Skies

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Mount Magazine’s very dark skies are quite an experience for both heart and mind. With the help of a park interpreter, take a deeper look into “the anatomy” of the vast space that is so captivating from the vantage point of Mount Magazine State Park...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Introduction to Kayaking

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the boat ramp for the opportunity to learn and practice kayaking skills. Participants will learn the basics of kayaking on shore and have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in the water. This program is free, but...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:45pm

"Life in Lake Bailey" Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area behind the visitor center for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic creatures...
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Fungus Among Us Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Is fungus helpful or harmful? Discover the complicated world of fungus as we hike along a short 0.5-mile section of the Outlaw Loop. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water.
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Jun 5
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bird Bingo

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Lake Catherine State Park is home to many beautiful birds. Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead to play this fun game and learn all about these fascinating fliers.
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 5:30pm

"What's On The Menu?" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Pollinators like bees and butterflies are picky eaters - and every flower on the trail is a dish waiting to be served. On this guided hike, we’ll explore what’s blooming, who’s buzzing, and how plants and pollinators work together to keep our...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Life in a Covered Wagon

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith State Park. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Meet a park interpreter and try your hand at...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 5:15pm

"Hidden in the Hills" Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Diverse landscapes are plentiful in the Ouachita Mountains, and many creatures are perfectly adapted to hide within the rugged terrain. Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Lover's Leap Trail to learn the clever camouflage strategies...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Don't Tread on Me: Arkansas Snakes

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans—in fact, snakes are very helpful in their habitats! Join a park interpreter to learn how to tell the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes and...
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Jun 5
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Become a State Park Explorer

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Meet a park interpreter to learn about the Junior Ranger Program, a program intended for kids ages 6-14 to connect with Arkansas State Parks and our resources. Start your journey to become an official Jr. Ranger.
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Safety Sense (in the Dardanelle Area)

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Surprises can happen on any outdoor adventure. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the playground to learn basic first aid tips, how to identify plants like poison ivy, what to do if you see a snake, and how to stay safe and confident...
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Jun 5
6:00pm - 7:00pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS and S’MORES

Stories, trivia, and s’mores return for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair!