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 30
6:30pm - 7:15pm

Night Hike: Nocturnal Powers

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
The night is dark and full of wonder. Join a park interpreter for a nighttime hike on the Big Ben Trail and discover the amazing creatures that come out during the night. The 1/2-mile Big Ben Trail is moderately strenuous, so please wear comfortable...
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Oct 30
7:00pm - 8:00pm

"Owl Prowl" Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these mysterious birds, then take a short hike along the...
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Oct 30
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buggy Hollow

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the snack bar to learn about the crawly critters of Woolly Hollow State Park and why they are important to our park’s ecosystem. For this program a bug observation area will be set up for a close encounter with nocturnal...
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Oct 30
8:00pm - 9:00pm

"Night Eyes" Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Have you ever shone a flashlight into the woods and seen a pair of eyes staring back at you? It might be creepy, but there is a reason for the reflection! Join a park interpreter on an evening stroll around the Cossatot Falls to discover how our...
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Oct 30
8:00pm - 9:30pm

Spirit Walk

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Ozark folklore says that we can use our senses to experience the phenomenon that brought many legends to life hundreds of years ago. Join us as we embark on a twilight “Spirit Walk,” relying on our senses as we explore the stories that Prairie Grove...
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Oct 31 - Nov 1

Introduction to Forging Workshop

Historic Washington State Park, 103 Franklin Street, Washington, AR 71862 United States
Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple art objects and more functional objects with the beauty that only hand-forging can give iron and steel! Materials and...
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Oct 31

Guided Cavern Tours

Blanchard Springs Caverns, 704 Blanchard Springs Road, Fifty-Six, AR 72533 United States
Blanchard Springs Caverns is one of the most spectacular and carefully developed caves found anywhere in the world. It is located in the Ozark National Forest and is believed to have been formed, and continually changed, by an ongoing mountain spring...
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Oct 31
8:00am - 9:00am

Birding Hike

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155, Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
Discover the birds that call the mountain home and experience the sense of connection and wonder that comes from slowing down and seeing the landscape in a new way. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Rim and 3C’s Trails. Be sure to...
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Oct 31
8:30am - 11:30am

Let's Go to Jail

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
This open program of the 1873 Powhatan Jail connects visitors to the dark environs of 19th century justice. Step into a prisoner cell and learn about this building’s unique history of crime and punishment. Bring the family or come alone any time...
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Oct 31
9:00am - 10:00am

Fishing for the Sun

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle’s fishery is healthy and diverse, offering you the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn why sunfish make the best beginning fishing target...
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Oct 31
9:00am - 10:00am

"TREK AND TREAT" HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for Trek & Treat, a fun fall trail event where we hike 1/2-mile to enjoy themed activities and collect treats along the way. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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Oct 31
9:00am - 12:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Workshop

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Make plans to join a park interpreter for this culinary adventure and learn the ins and outs of cooking outdoors with Arkansas’ official state cooking vessel – the Dutch oven. Learn cast iron cooking techniques, basic care and cleaning as well as...
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Oct 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Kayak Test Drive

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Have you ever kayaked, or are you a complete beginner? Join a park interpreter for this hands-on kayak test drive! Learn the basics of paddling and then try it yourself. No previous experience necessary. This is a fun way to try out paddling before...
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Oct 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Scavenger Hunt Hike

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Are you up for the Scavenger Hunt Challenge? Join a park interpreter for a hike and game combined. Along the trail we’ll be on the lookout for many different items, animals, sounds and colors found in nature. This easy 1 1/4-mile long hike/game takes...
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Oct 31
10:00am - 10:30am

BROWN BATS- CONDOS OR CAVE DWELLERS?

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Do brown bats live in caves or live the high life dwelling in condos? Join a park interpreter to find out where brown bats live, what affects them and how they impact our lives every day.
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