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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Jul 11
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Water Safety Basics

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Exciting recreation and adventure await you on Lake Dardanelle as long as you are mindful of some basics. Meet a park interpreter across from the pavilion near the kayak rental kiosk to learn how to stay safe while enjoying the water at Lake...
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Jul 11
3:00pm - 4:00pm

River Sleuths

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Is the Cossatot River healthy? Learn how to examine the plants and animals in the river as indicators for water quality. Dive into basic chemistry and chemical water quality sampling with a park interpreter. All supplies provided. Dress water ready!
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Jul 11
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It is time for a creekside painting session where water meets color. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served...
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Jul 11
4:00pm - 5:00pm

CCC Softball

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
This friendly game connects participants to the past at Petit Jean: Members of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) who built this park in the 1930s played softball as a form of recreation while living and working here. Meet the park interpreters...
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Jul 11
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Pearling and Shelling on the White River

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Discover the fascinating world of White River pearling as the residents of Jacksonport experienced it at the turn of the 20th century. See the equipment used by divers and learn about the multitude of uses for the mussel shells. Most especially...
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Jul 11
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fishing 101

Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 Hwy. 141, Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
Join the park interpreter to reel in some fun. This program is designed for fishing beginners. Learn the basics of fishing, fish living in Lake Frierson, and then put your new skills into practice out on the lake. Fishing poles and bait will be...
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Jul 11
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Terrific Trees

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
At Bull Shoals-White River State Park, you are never far from a tree. Do you know how to identify any of the trees you see? Join a park interpreter to discover some methods for identifying them!
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Jul 11
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Fishy Business

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Village Creek is home to a world of fish in our creeks and lakes. Join a park interpreter as we walk to the creek to explore the biodiversity it provides. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting muddy and wet.
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Jul 11
7:00pm - 8:30pm

UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
It can be tough to identify objects in Queen Wilhelmina State Park without the right tools. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail to learn how to properly use field guides and apps to experience the natural world more fully...
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Jul 11
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited; reservations are required...
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Jul 11
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Summer Serenade: The Frogs of Lake Bailey

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs. Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade. This program lasts about 45 minutes.
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Jul 11
8:30pm - 9:00pm

Firefly Watch

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Fireflies have delighted people for generations with their glow. Discover how they glow and why it’s important to their survival, as we watch them come out for the evening.
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Jul 11
9:00pm - 10:00pm

Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What creatures can be found lurking around DeGray Lake Resort State Park at night? Join a park interpreter to find out. After diving into the world of creepy crawlies, we will embark on a journey to search for them along the Towering Pines Trail. Be...
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Jul 12
6:00am - 7:00am

BIRDING & YOGA Walk BY THE RIVER

Join a park interpreter for a peaceful Birding and Yoga by the River Session, where you will start with a gentle birding walk along the riverbank and end with a calming yoga practice inspired by the sights and sounds of the water. Bring your own yoga...
Jul 12
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Hike on the Little Missouri River Trail

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead of the Little Missouri River Trail to learn all about the world of birding. This 1.2-mile trail winds its way through the woods from the campground to the scenic Little Missouri River. A portion of this trail...
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