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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Oct 17
7:00am - 8:30am

MORNING MOMENTUM RIDE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride covering 4-6 miles on a mixed flat and gentle uphill terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t you have a bike? The park offers rentals; call (870) 295-4040 in advance to arrange bike rental.
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Oct 17 - 18
8:00am - 5:00pm

Camping Skills Weekend

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join park staff as we learn the in's and out's of camping. From campground etiquette and basics to specialty knots, campfire cooking, and backpacking, we cover it all in this hands-on weekend. Registration is required for some activities, check the...
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Oct 17
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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Oct 17
9:00am - 4:00pm

Basket Weaving Workshop

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Learn a new hobby based on an old art form that would have been essential during the height of the Magnesia Springs tourism era. Join the park interpreter to learn how to weave your own basket. All materials and tools will be supplied to weave a...
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Oct 17
9:00am - 9:45am

Whimsical Wonders Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Is a tree just a tree? Is a rock just a rock? Discover the answers as we take a moment to adopt a whimsical mindset and explore the easy 0.50-mile (out-and-back) Lake Trail. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water.
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Oct 17
9:00am - 11:00am

Tails on the Trails (TotT) Hike

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
Bring your leashed bark ranger to hike the Delta View Trail at Cane Creek State Park. Prepare for a 2.5-mile trek through the woods and don't forget the water and insect repellant.
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Oct 17
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding 101 Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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Oct 17
10:00am - 11:00am

Explorer Hour

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter for an hour of investigative fun as we dive into the natural world. This also is a good time to help fill in or join our Arkansas State Park Explorer program. Meet at the campground.
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Oct 17
10:00am - 11:00am

Nature Club: Creepy Crawlies

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
At this month's Nature Club meeting, join a park interpreter to learn all about the creepy crawly insects and arachnids found at Lake Sylvia Recreation Area. Discover the scientific difference between insects and spiders by viewing taxidermy examples...
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Oct 17
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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Oct 17
10:00am - 12:00pm

Bald Eagle Scenic Cruise

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join a park interpreter for a scenic morning cruise through Lake Greeson as we search for bald eagles. Spots are limited on this stunning Ouachita Mountain adventure. Sign up soon by visiting or calling the visitor center at (870) 398-4487.
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Oct 17
10:00am - 11:00am

Camping Basics

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Come join us on Camping Skills Weekend to learn some campground basics. Join a park interpreter to gather a packing list, learn how to pitch a tent, and cover some of the essential campground Leave No Trace principles to top off the morning.
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Oct 17
10:00am - 10:45am

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike in Campground

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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Oct 17
11:00am - 12:00pm

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “Beta,” or the specific body positioning, sequence of moves, and techniques needed to get to the top of your climb. Join a park interpreter...
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Oct 17
11:00am - 1:00pm

"Falloween" at Mammoth Spring State Park

Mammoth Spring State Park, 17 Highway 63 North, Mammoth Spring, AR 72554 United States
Celebrate the Fall Season at Mammoth Spring State Park! Enjoy a presentation on "Bats of the Ozarks" as well as building your very own bat house. Don't forget to bring a hammer. We'll also have a pumpkin painting contest, so you won't want to miss...
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