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 12
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lake Tour

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited and advanced registration...
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Sep 12
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Build a Bird Feeder

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll show you how to make one to take home. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin for this fun activity.
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Sep 12
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Moving on up Mount Magazine

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Experience an exciting collection of outdoor recreation activities as you find out just how much you know about Mount Magazine State Park.
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Sep 12
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Journaling

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Let's explore the natural world through art! Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park. This program supports Girl Scouts working toward the following badges: Daisy Outdoor Art Maker, Brownie Outdoor Art Creator, Junior...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:30pm

GIRL SCOUTS LOVE STATE PARKS: WATER DETECTIVE MYSTERY CHALLENGE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Solve the mystery of Bear Creek Lake’s health. Test pH, turbidity, temperature; discover simple ways to protect the lake. Spot pollution clues. This program will help to work toward badges for Grades K-8. General public is welcome to join this...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Fishing 101

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier to learn and practice fishing basics. Together we will learn about the fish that can be caught at Woolly Hollow State Park and practice fishing skills such as tying knots, baiting a hook, casting and...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Guess that Critter

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
How much do you know, or think you know, about the critters that make Jacksonport State Park their home? From mammals to birds to reptiles, this is a chance to hone your cognitive skills with other like-minded people using animal calls, hides, tracks...
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Sep 12
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Fish Smart Look and Learn Table

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the visitor center to plan your next fishing trip, learn simple Leave No Trace fishing practices that protect fish and shorelines and discover easy ways anglers can help keep the lake healthy .
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Sep 12
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Backpacking 101: From Pack to Path

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Curious about what it takes to explore the backcountry? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on introduction to backpacking. Scouts will discover what gear belong in a backpack, learn how to pack efficiently, explore different methods of water...
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Sep 12
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Stone Bank Presents: Pine Leaf Boys

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
An evening concert featuring world-renowned American Cajun and Creole band The Pine Leaf Boys. The Grammy-nominated group from south Louisiana are known for their high-energy blend of traditional Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp-pop, Country and Soul music...
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Sep 12
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Full Moon Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the interpreter for a short hike along the Lake Walcott Trail as we learn about the Moon. Insect repellent is recommended. This trail is an easy 0.5-mile trail. Meet at the basketball courts near Lake Walcott.
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Sep 12
10:00pm - 11:00pm

Paint the Prairie

Arkansas Post Museum, 5530 Hwy. 165 South, Gillett, AR 72055 United States
Explore summer on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Beautiful wildflowers, vibrant green grasses that blow in the wind, and bright rays of sunshine across the clear blue sky. Join park staff for a creative watercolor painting program. Capture your favorite...
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Sep 13

PAY DIRT Trail Work Day

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Calling all mountain bike racers! Here's your chance to give back to the trails that give you the ride of your life. Join park staff and fellow riders at Devil's Den State Park for a trail workday as part of the "Pay Dirt" program for the 36th Annual...
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Sep 13
8:15am - 10:15am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry trailhead for a moderately challenging, 3.5-mile hike around Lake Bennett to learn more about the park’s flora, fauna, and unique history. We will see what moments of wonder we can find on this fun trek...
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Sep 13
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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