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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Jul 2
7:00pm - 8:00pm

"Welcome to the Weekend" Social

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Kick-start Fourth of July Weekend the right way by joining park staff for a social hour. Learn about what makes Lake Charles State Park a unique and special place and find out what scheduled programs and self-guided activities are available during...
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Jul 2
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited; reservations are required...
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Jul 2
7:30pm - 8:30pm

WELCOME TO THE WEEKEND SOCIAL

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Meet fellow campers, learn about the weekend’s programs and activities, and enjoy fun group games designed to help guests connect and make new friends. Park staff will also be available for a short Q&A to help you make the most of your stay.
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Jul 2
7:45pm - 9:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Sunset & S'mores

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Guests of Queen Wilhelmina State Park are invited to attend a "Welcome to the Weekend" social to enjoy s'mores as the sunsets over Rich Mountain. At the social, find out what programs and events are happening over the holiday weekend, make new...
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Jul 2
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Community Campfire

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Learn about the programs being offered for the upcoming weekend around a cozy campfire with park staff and your campground/cabin neighbors. Hang out and learn what will be going on, what to expect and what fun things there are to do this weekend.
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Jul 2
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Sunset Stroll

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Mary Ann Richter Memorial Overlook on Red Bluff Drive for a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car.
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Jul 2
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Sunsets, Stories, and S'mores

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141, Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
Camping is not complete without the SSS experience: sunsets, stories, and s'mores. Join the park interpreter to welcome in the July 4th holiday weekend. Bring your outdoor chair (and maybe a cozy blanket), experience the sunset on the water at Lake...
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Jul 2
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Sounds of the Night Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Nature can be intimidating at night. A creak here, a scurry there -- what is all the ruckus about? Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike into the nighttime forest for answers. Please bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes.
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Jul 3 - 5

America 250 and Washington’s National Connections

Historic Washington State Park, 103 Franklin Street, Washington, AR 71862 United States
As we commemorate the 250th birthday of our nation, Historic Washington State Park will host a commemoration weekend from July 3-5! Each day we will have: - Reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the 1874 Courthouse, as was...
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Jul 3

Paint the Prairie

Arkansas Post Museum, 5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett, AR 72055 United States
Explore spring 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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Jul 3

Herbs and Herb Uses

Arkansas Post Museum, 5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett, AR 72055 United States
The settlers of the Arkansas Grand Prairie had many uses for wild and domesticated herbs. Join museum staff in the kitchen garden to learn about garden herbs that grow in the Delta and what uses they had in the households of the southern Grand...
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Jul 3
7:30am - 8:30am

Kayaking 101

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387, Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join a park staff member for Kayaking 101 where you will learn the basics of kayaking. We will learn the proper technique for entering and exiting the kayak as well as proper ways of paddling and other safety measures. During the program, you will...
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Jul 3
8:30am - 9:30am

Morning Bird Walk

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park interpreter in front of the visitor center to take a walk through the area in search of our visiting birds. Even if you’ve never birded before, you can enjoy these creatures in a whole new way.
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Jul 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Caddo Bend Hike

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Natural and human forces continue to shape the history and landscape of Lake Ouachita State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Caddo Bend trailhead for a 1-mile guided hike to find out more about these changes. Bring drinking water and wear sturdy...
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Jul 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Red, White, & Bluebird Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter in celebrating our nations 250th year by learning about the red, white, and blue birds found at Lake Sylvia. View taxidermy, feathers, and more to explore these magnificent birds. Then, take a short 0.5-mile hike through Camp...
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