Celebrate Wonderful Wetlands Weekend by exploring a wetland firsthand! This walk travels a 0.5-mile paved loop, where we will meander along the shoreline of the Little Maumelle River and discover why our wetlands are so important to the local ecology...
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.
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...
Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
United States
There’s no such thing as a “bad snake," just misunderstood ones. Join a park interpreter to learn about Arkansas’ six venomous snake species and discover how to stay safe if you ever encounter one in the wild.
Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter. Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided. Dress water ready.
One of the best ways to experience Lake Frierson is from inside a kayak! Join a park interpreter to cruise north on the lake, where the water starts to shallow, water plants thrive, and chances of spotting wildlife increase. No paddling experience is...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
What clues do animals leave behind on the trails? Join the Nature Clue Crew to find out as we trek along 1-mile of immediate section of the Devil’s Racetrack! Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes, water, and insect repellant.
Join a park interpreter to cook Peach Cobbler over the fire and learn about the Dutch oven's importance in Arkansas' history! After watching a demo on making peach cobbler, relax on the patio and enjoy your sweet treat. To pay and reserve your spot...
An active, kinesthetic program for guests of all ages that teaches how environmental stressors, such as pollution, impact aquatic biodiversity and stream health . With a park interpreter as your guide, you can catch macroinvertebrates in the stream...
5752 State Park Lane
Harrisburg, AR 72432
United States
Join a park interpreter to learn what the snakes of Arkansas can do for us and how they go about their everyday lives. You'll even get the chance to meet some live snakes.
15458 Sheperd Springs Road
Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited and advanced registration...
Join a park interpreter to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Village Creek State Park, then create a paper flower memento. This program is fun for the whole family.
4815 AR Hwy 161 South
Scott, AR 72142
United States
To celebrate International Museum Day, join park staff in taking a sneak peek at how museum artifacts are stored when not on display. Discover how the museum acquires and preserves its collection with a guided behind-the-scenes tour of Plantation...
