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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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:30am

HIKING THROUGH THE CONSERVATION OF THE OZARK CHINQUAPIN TREE

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
The Ozark chinquapin tree once helped to provide life in this Ozark landscape. Now it has disappeared. Join a park interpreter on a 2-mile hike to visit our trees. During this hike you will have the opportunity to learn about the Ozark chinquapin...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 9:30am

War Eagle Overlook Hike

Withrow Springs State Park, 33424 Spur 23, Huntsville, AR 72740 United States
Meet park staff for a hike to the overlook on the War Eagle Trail. We will meet at the top trailhead and hike out to the overlook for a great view of the War Eagle Creek and the surrounding area. Please wear sturdy shoes as the trail is rocky.
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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Noticing Nature Scavenger Hunt Hike

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
There is great diversity in habitat and animals at Lake Dardanelle State Park, making it easy to explore and enjoy nature here. We will see how many of the nature items on our list you can find. There will be some interesting things on the list, so...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Beneficial Benefield Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen are all highly recommended...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 11:00am

"Wander to the Point" Hike

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Enjoy an easy, scenic 2-mile walk along the service road on the Caddo Bend Trail, ideal for strollers or anyone looking for a gentle outing along a gravel road. Keep an eye out for local wildlife as you make your way along the route. A short detour...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Summit Station: FAQs for Hiking the Mountain

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Interested in reaching the top of Pinnacle, but don't know if you're prepared or how to start? Join a park interpreter at the West Summit trailhead to learn all about the West Summit Trail, as well as other trails in the park, and start your journey...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Intro to Nature Journaling Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Discover a whole new way of interacting with the world around you with a nature journal. Join park staff on a short hike to slow down and observe nature in your very own journal. All supplies provided. This hike is 0.5-miles round-trip, rated easy to...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Tour

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the marina to explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water...
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Sep 6
9:30am - 10:30am

"Historic Townsite Tour" Hike

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South, Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Come to Davidsonville Historic State Park to walk the historic townsite with a park interpreter, see the "ghost structures" which provide scale and context for how the town looked when it was here, and hear stories of the people who lived at...
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Sep 6
10:00am - 11:00am

Legacy of the Spring Hike

Mammoth Spring State Park, 17 Highway 63 North, Mammoth Spring, AR 72554 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 6/10th-mile hike around Spring Lake and learn about the 10th largest spring in the world and the unique history of this area.
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Sep 6
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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Sep 6
10:00am - 11:00am

Catch of the Day

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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Sep 6
10:00am - 10:30am

Ouachita Grab Bag Adventures

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Are you brave enough to stick your hand into an unknown nature-filled bag and to guess what's inside? Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead to learn about the Ouachita Mountains here at Lake Catherine State Park and to try your luck at guessing...
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Sep 6
10:00am - 11:30am

Morning Lake Tour

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita. A park interpreter will serve as your guide while the scenery, wildlife, and stories of the land start your day. Reservations can be made at the visitor center or by calling (501) 767-9366...
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Sep 6
10:00am - 11:30am

Bull Shoals Lake Cruise - CANCELLED

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
NOTICE: Lake Cruises are currently on pause during equipment maintenance. Watch this space for forthcoming dates when routine programming resumes. Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Bull Shoals Lake. Sit back and enjoy the breeze as we explore the...
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