1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wildlife and shortly embark on a seasonal nature walk to put our skills to the test. Please remember to wear...
Join a park interpreter tracing the 1815 Louisiana Purchase baseline. Use maps/compasses to demo the rectangular survey system; discuss gum tree markers. This is an easy 1.5-mile walk with history. This hike is great for all ages.
Want to brush up on your fish identification skills? Join a park interpreter to play the Fish Name Game. We will learn what features can help you identify different fish, then put our new ID skills to the test.
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get closer views of birds and wildlife, all from the safety of your boat. To join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor center (479-967-5516) at...
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
15458 Sheperd Springs Road
Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
United States
Join a park interpreter to “bust” the myths and misconceptions about certain animals that we may have heard all our lives. From catching warts from a toad to lots of other myths, many of your questions could be answered.
Our history at Parkin Archeological State Park was told through daily journaling. Come make your own journal and record history, nature, or your own story.
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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...
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species, large and small. Join the Daisy State Park staff at the visitor center to discover some of our smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life demonstration with our rescued...
Join a park interpreter as we explore the Rocky Valley Trail. We'll descend through the valley between the Fulk Mountains and ascend the other side up to the Dickinson Overlook at the East Quarry, learning about the flora, fauna, and geology we...
1200 Catherine Park Road
Hot Springs, AR 71913
United States
Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special...
1032 Park Avenue
Mountain View, AR 72560
United States
Take a walk through the Heritage Herb Garden and learn how people and plants connect in the Ozarks. Meet next to the waterfall in front of the Apothecary Shop for this guided hike led by herbalist Linda Odom to see, feel and smell the plants as you...
