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 29
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Bear Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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Jul 29
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to relax in a kayak while the sunset colors dance on the open water? Join a park interpreter for a sunset kayak tour on Lake Bailey. Everyone is required to wear a life vest on this tour. Space and equipment are limited, so please sign up in...
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Jul 29
7:30pm - 9:00pm

Sunset-Moonrise Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise on DeGray Lake with the setting sun as our backdrop, giving way to a full moon's glow to light our course. Seating is limited—reservations are required and can be made beginning noon the day before at the marina, (501)...
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Jul 30
8:30am - 11:30am

Karst Loop Monument Trail Hike

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
What is karst and why is it found here? Find out the answers on this moderately strenuous 4-mile hike. We’ll explore a section of the multi-use Karst Trail on this out-and-back hike on top of a rocky bluff overlooking Beaver Lake, stopping to peek...
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Jul 30
9:00am - 11:00am

Outer Boundaries Adventure: Boat Cruise & Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Part lake cruise and part hike, this adventure captures the best of both worlds. Embark with a park interpreter for this unique opportunity to hike a select section of the “White Zone” multi-use trail on the south side of the lake. Enjoy a short boat...
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Jul 30
9:00am - 9:30am

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Jul 30
10:00am - 11:00am

Introduction to Birding

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Jul 30
10:00am - 11:00am

Wetland Safari

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitat is home to a wide variety of creatures. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to explore some of the players in this vital ecosystem.
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Jul 30
10:00am - 11:30am

Kayak Tour of Lake Fort Smith

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective of a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are provided. No previous paddling...
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Jul 30
10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Hour at Jacksonport

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join the fun every Thursday at Jacksonport State Park! Park interpreters will help you explore and understand the history and nature of Jacksonport State Park through action-packed games, crafts, storytelling, artifacts, and the occasional live...
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Jul 30
10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Hour at Jacksonport

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join the fun every Thursday at Jacksonport State Park. Park interpreters will help you explore and understand the history and nature of Jacksonport State Park through action-packed games, crafts, storytelling, artifacts, and the occasional live...
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Jul 30
11:00am - 12:00pm

Reading the Land Hike - Topo Maps 101

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
A topographic map is one of the best tools to have in your backpack on all your adventures, but especially at Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Palisades Overlook to learn how to read this style of map and venture onto a short...
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Jul 30
1:00pm - 2:00pm

River Safari Snorkeling Adventure

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All equipment provided. Dress water ready.
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Jul 30
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Snorkeling Adventure

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Sign up early for this water adventure. We'll boat out to an island and snorkel along the shoreline in search of fish, rocks, plants and more. Masks and snorkels are provided, but feel free to bring your own equipment. Life jackets are provided and...
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Jul 30
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Pollinators and their Buds

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Wildflowers are in bloom and butterflies are flying. Join a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Woolly Hollow State Park. This program includes a craft.
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