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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Aug 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Seven Hollows Glade Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What might make a home in a glade of sandstone? Join a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows parking area find out as we venture into one of Petit Jean State Park’s most iconic habitats. This 1-mile hike will cover uneven ground outside of shade...
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Aug 14
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Game Night

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing evening of playing board games from the 1800s.
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Aug 14
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bird Island Tour

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
The Bird Island Tour at Lake Ouachita State Park offers a viewing experience of thousands of migrating birds, including purple martins, egrets, herons, and ibises, settling in to roost at sunset. The guided boat tour provides a stunning natural...
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Aug 14
7:30pm - 8:00pm

Storyteller's Seat: Tall Tales of the Ozarks

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Listen to legends that shaped this region, creating new memories from stories that have been passed down .
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Aug 14
7:45pm - 8:45pm

Bat Behavior

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have a chance to see a few.
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Aug 14
8:00pm - 9:00pm

"Sunset at the Rock House" 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 to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will explore a glade, take in the sunset at a scenic overlook, and view American Indian rock art to discover the windows into the past...
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Aug 14
8:15pm - 9:00pm

Dark Skies, Bright Future

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the pavilion to learn more about dark skies, their importance, and constellations that can be seen at Woolly Hollow State Park. Please bring a flashlight and camp chair if you have one.
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Aug 15 - 16

Geocaching Weekend

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Immerse you and your family into the world of geocaching. Learn about Arkansas State Parks' geocache tour and geocaches found right here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, how to get started in this fun recreational skill, and try your hand at locating...
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Aug 15
8:30am - 9:00am

Daybreak Diamond Tour

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter in the lower level of the Diamond Discovery Center to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past diamond finds to help in your own search.
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Aug 15
8:30am - 11:30am

Let's Go to Court

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
This open program of the 1888 Powhatan Courthouse connects visitors to the local rule of 19th century law. Explore the offices and learn about this building's unique history in 19th century legal proceedings. Bring the family or come alone any time...
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Aug 15
9:00am - 9:45am

Big Ben Trail Guided Hike

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions can have here. This is a 0.5-mile moderate trail. Wear sturdy shoes, insect repellent, and...
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Aug 15
9:00am - 9:45am

Beginner Birdwatching

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a great place to start your birdwatching journey. Join a park interpreter to learn about field guides, binoculars, and the best places in the park to find birds. Binoculars will be provided.
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Aug 15
9:00am - 9:45am

Bear Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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Aug 15
9:00am - 10:30am

Lake Kayaking Excursion

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get closer views of birds and wildlife, all from the safety of your boat. To join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor center (479) 967-5516 at...
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Aug 15
9:00am - 11:00am

Wildlife at the Lake Kayak Tour

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Wildlife is brimming at the lake! Embark on this kayak tour to view it all. Discuss the animals that call Lake Sylvia home. Then, with the guidance of a park interpreter explore the lake for signs of wildlife. Never been on a kayak? Our park...
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