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 28
10:00am - 10:45am

Cameron Bluff Stroll

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Stroll with a park interpreter into some intriguing history of early settlers on Mount Magazine State Park. Guests will also see some of Arkansas’ most scenic landscapes from Cameron’s Bluff. This hike includes mostly paved surfaces, some uneven...
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Jun 28
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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Jun 28
10:00am - 11:00am

Tunstall Trail Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Tunstall trailhead, on the boat launch side, as we “step back in time” along the 1.5-mile trail. Along the way we will learn a little about what made Jacksonport so special, enjoy some scenery along the banks of the...
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Jun 28
10:00am - 11:00am

Wonder House Tour

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its...
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Jun 28
10:30am - 11:15am

Lake Catherine State Park: Photo Scavenger Hunt

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Lake Catherine State Park is full of wonders to explore. Learn more about Lake Catherine State Park and put your photography skills to the test by joining a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to take part in a photo scavenger hunt.
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Jun 28
11:00am - 11:30am

Legends of Petit Jean

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Petit Jean is a strange mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter to discover some stories surrounding the naming of this mountain during the early days of exploration.
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Jun 28
11:00am - 12:00pm

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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Jun 28
1:00pm - 1:30pm

A Home for a Black Bear

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
The American black bear relies on quality habitat in order to thrive and call Arkansas their home. Join a park interpreter to discover the day-to-day activities of the life of a black bear and investigate the vital components of their habitat.
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ozark Chinquapin Tree Hike

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Discover the story of this incredible tree that almost became extinct and what folks are doing now to try and restore it to our Ozark forests. After a brief introduction at the visitor center, participants will follow the guide on the 0.25-mile ADA...
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 2:15pm

Hike the Solar System

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Embark on an exploration of the solar system without leaving Queen Wilhelmina State Park. We will start at the Sun, making pit stops at each planet. Using the Spring Trail and a little imagination, you will gain a greater understanding of our solar...
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 1:45pm

"Becoming A Wildlife Watcher" Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wildlife and shortly embark on a seasonal nature walk to put our skills to the test. Please remember to wear...
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 1:45pm

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Calling all dog parents; join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State Park B.A.R.K. Ranger. Please bring leashes, water...
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lake Cruise

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat ( weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for...
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Jun 28
1:00pm - 1:30pm

"See the Tree" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
See the once-green Eastern red cedar tree that serves not only as the symbol of Mount Magazine State Park, but also a reminder of the power of lightning. This is a short hike, but does require some light scrambling down potentially treacherous, rocky...
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Jun 28
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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