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 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Meet the Neighbors

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
As you visit Lake Frierson State Park, you enter a place that many call home. Join the park interpreter to learn about our native mammal neighbors. Touch and examine real animal fur, and discover what talents our neighbors have to survive the wild.
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Jun 20
10:00am - 11:00am

Kayak Test Drive

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Have you ever kayaked, or are you a complete beginner? Join a park interpreter for this hands-on kayak test drive! Learn the basics of paddling and then try it yourself. No previous experience necessary. This is a fun way to try out paddling before...
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Jun 20
11:00am - 11:45am

Knots and Navigation

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. Knots are useful in a number of outdoor recreation adventures, and this is a fun way to ensure you are prepared and confident for safety wherever you...
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Jun 20
11:00am - 12:00pm

Nature Photography

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
The Prairie Grove Battlefield is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in Northwest Arkansas. Join a park interpreter for a class on nature photography and the park's natural resources. This program will meet at the Borden House.
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Jun 20
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Herbs, History & Healing Hike

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Take a walk through the Heritage Herb Garden and learn how people and plants connect in the Ozarks. Meet next to the waterfall in front of the Apothecary Shop for this guided hike led by herbalist Linda Odom to see, feel and smell the plants as you...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Nature Cabin Drop-In

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 2:30pm

"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 20
1:00pm - 2:15pm

Mountain Medicine Hike on Lover's Leap

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a park interpreter to learn about how the settlers...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Boy Scout Trail Adventure 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 for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure...
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Jun 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm

THE GRAVEL GRIND

Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride, covering 4-6 miles through mostly flat and gently sloping 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...
Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Colors of History

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Before the invention of the synthetic dyes we use now, people used the plants, minerals, and sometimes the animals around them to color their clothes. Join a park interpreter to learn more about how the people of Davidsonville used local plants to...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Painting Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
For centuries, people have come to Mount Nebo seeking meaning, healing, refuge, and inspiration. Join a park interpreter for some nature viewing and storytelling while making a watercolor painting to take home.
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

In-Seine Adventure

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
The Arkansas River creates many opportunities for enjoyment as it journeys through Lake Dardanelle. What lives in the lake besides fish and turtles? We will meet at the kayak beach and seine for macro-invertebrates and see who is living in the lake...
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Jun 20
2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Land Speaks Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Did you know that you can learn a new language during your park visit? Join a park interpreter to uncover the hidden language of the land during this easy 1-mile guided hike on the Island Trail. You are sure to discover something new.
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