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 3
9:15pm - 10:00pm

Summer Stargazing Social

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Join a park interpreter for an evening of stargazing with your friends and family. We will see what wonders the night sky holds, and even have the opportunity to wish upon your very own keepsake paper star. Bring a lawn chair, flashlight, and wear...
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Jul 4

Devil's Den Annual 4th of July Games

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Let's celebrate America's 250th birthday together at Devil's Den State Park! Enjoy a fun-filled family day of outdoor games. It will be a July 4th celebration, your family won’t soon forget!
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Jul 4
5:00am - 7:00am

Sunrise on the Summit Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
“A Gathering for Reading of the Declaration of Independence”
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Jul 4
7:30am - 8:30am

Kayaking 101

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387, Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join a park staff member for Kayaking 101 where you will learn the basics of kayaking. We will learn the proper technique for entering and exiting the kayak as well as proper ways of paddling and other safety measures. During the program, you will...
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Jul 4
8:00am - 3:00pm

SIDEWALK CHALK CONTEST

Calling all aspiring artists and doodlers of any age, the park will host a sidewalk chalk contest for children and adults on July 4th. Participants can sign up at the visitor center and choose a location to draw, either at the visitor center or their...
Jul 4
8:00am - 10:30am

Hobbs Hiking Club for Adults

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Join us for our monthly hike for adults on the first Saturday of each month. Each hike will include healthy outdoor recreation, sharing some of nature’s secrets, and the opportunity to socialize. Bring a friend and meet some new ones! Dogs are...
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Jul 4
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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Jul 4
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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Jul 4
8:30am - 9:00am

Parade Set Up

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Bring your bike to the amphitheater and decorate it for the bicycle parade! Pre-decorated bikes are fine, too .
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Jul 4
8:30am - 9:30am

Fishing the Cossatot River

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Join a park interpreter fishing on the Cossatot River and find out more about what species live here and why this river is ideal habitat. Borrow one of our fishing poles and enjoy this catch and release program. Make sure to have your Arkansas...
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Jul 4
8:30am - 9:00am

A Gathering for a Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Hear ye, hear ye. The signing of the Declaration of Independence took place on July 4th, 1776, a pivotal moment in American history. This year, July 4th, 2026, celebrates the 250th anniversary of said signing. Join park staff at the visitor center to...
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Jul 4
8:30am - 10:00am

A Walk in the Woods

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Any day can be a little better when you enjoy a walk in the woods. Join the park interpreter to discover the unique habitats found at Logoly State Park on this 1.25-mile walk. Tennis shoes or hiking boots are recommended.
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Jul 4
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Expedition

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddling experience is necessary to sign up for this...
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Jul 4
9:00am - 9:45am

Senior Hike to the Waterfall

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail. This trek is designed for hikers over 50 who appreciate a shorter hike at a more relaxed pace, but open to all ages. Total distance is approximately ¾-mile or 1500...
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Jul 4
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Birder Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them, and please wear tennis shoes or...
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