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 5
10:00am - 11:00am

Tabletop: The Soldier's Life

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn more about the life of a common Civil War soldier: from what they carried, how they felt about the war, to the letters they sent home.
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Jun 5
10:00am - 11:00am

NATURE’S COLOR WHEEL Hike

Hunt colors on 1-mile easy hike and explore their roles in nature with park interpreter. Bring water, insect repellant, and wear sturdy shoes.
Jun 5
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 5
10:00am - 11:30am

Fun Day Friday

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
What did children do for fun in the 1800s? How did people get the things they needed before the internet? What did kids do for fun in the 19th century? Join park staff every Friday in Summer to explore a unique question about Arkansas history and...
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Jun 5
10:30am - 11:30am

Let's Play: Historic Games

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
The children of tenant farmers and sharecroppers relied on simple materials and a lot of imagination to have fun. Join park staff to discover some of the ways people of the past played in the best way that we know how--by trying it yourself.
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Jun 5
11:00am - 11:45am

Nature Journaling

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter to explore the natural world through art. Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park. Supplies are provided.
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Jun 5
11:00am - 11:30am

Cedar Falls Overlook Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar Falls from...
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Jun 5
11:30am - 12:30pm

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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Jun 5
1:00pm - 1:30pm

"Barn Cave Adventure" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Take a quick hike to one of the few caves of Mount Magazine State Park, Barn Cave. This small cave is a shelter with a story, and resides right beside Magazine Falls, which is beautiful even when you have to imagine it with water. This is a short...
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Jun 5
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ouachita Scavenger Hunt Hike: Gone Green

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
The Ouachita Mountains are home to lush forests and vibrant flowers. Join a park interpreter on the Slunger Creek Nature Trail for a colorful scavenger hunt to identify the flora found in the park.
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Jun 5
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 5
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Outdoor Adventure Skills - 10 Hiking Essentials

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What are the 10 essential items you should bring on your hike? Learn the answer along with how to pick the best trail for you and your family for your next hiking adventure.
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Jun 5
1:00pm - 2:15pm

Picture This: Smartphone Photography

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple editing tricks to make your photos shine.
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Jun 5
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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Jun 5
1:30pm - 1:45pm

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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