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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Nov 21
2:00pm - 2:30pm

A Better Campfire

Programs
Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
You can build a better campfire. Whether at the campsite or an emergency situation, fire starting is a valuable skill. Meet a park interpreter and discover various methods of starting a fire. Explore multiple types of fire used for specific purposes...
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Nov 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wetland Safari Walk

Hikes
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 at the visitor center to take a stroll through the park and spot some of the vital players in the park's ecosystem.
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Nov 21
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Survive The Night

Programs
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
As the sun sets, a different side of Mount Magazine State Park begins to stir. Discover the remarkable bats that call the park home and experience the challenges they face each night as they search for food, shelter, and survival. See the night...
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Nov 21
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Geocaching 101

Programs
Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Curious about geocaching but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to learn the basics of this real-world treasure hunt using GPS. Discover how to find caches, log your finds, and practice responsible...
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Nov 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eagle Watch Tour

Lake Tours
DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Looking for an adventure? Join a park interpreter for a guided eagle-watching cruise on DeGray Lake. We will spend the hour searching for wintering bald eagles, ospreys, loons, herons, grebes, ducks, and more. Bring binoculars if you have some; a...
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Nov 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Flintknapping Demonstration

Programs
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about one of mankind’s oldest innovations and make connections to our distant past...
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Nov 21
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

Programs
Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
The cotton gin is a simple tool with a complex story. Discover more about this story as park staff gins cotton on the museum's demonstration gin. Feel the difference in cotton before and after it has been ginned and learn how much work it takes to...
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Nov 21
2:30pm - 3:30pm

"Echoes of the First Stewards" Hike

Hikes
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike examining how Indigenous people used the Ozark landscape for seasonal travel and hunting. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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Nov 21
2:30pm - 4:00pm

"The Little Things" Hike

Hikes
Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Logoly State Park is often considered a living laboratory, but it is the little things that make this a great place to explore the natural world. Join the park interpreter for a moderate 1.25-mile hike as we take a closer look at the things that...
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Nov 21
2:30pm - 3:15pm

Do You Like Snakes?

Programs
Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
A lot of people don't like snakes, but they are an important part of Logoly State Park. Join the park interpreter to discover more about the park's most misunderstood creatures and meet a live snake.
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Nov 21
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Weather Is Wild

Programs
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover the natural signs that hint at storms, sunshine, or seasonal shifts. From the way animals behave to the shape of clouds, nature offers subtle forecasts that anyone can learn to read.
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Nov 21
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Pioneer Life: Use and Care of Cast Iron

Programs
Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Cast iron cookware was an essential part of pioneer life. Come meet a park interpreter and discover how this timeless classic was used and why it remains a beloved items in kitchens and campsites alike. Be sure and stick around for samples that will...
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Nov 21
3:00pm - 4:30pm

"Hello Bear Hollow" Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Say hello to bear hollow and some exquisite views of some of the last untouched hardwood forests of Arkansas. This hike will begin at Benefield Picnic area. Steep inclines, rock steps, and uneven terrain can make this hike challenging for some hikers...
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Nov 21
3:00pm - 5:30pm

DUTCH OVEN OUTDOOR COOKING Workshop

Workshops
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a hands-on Dutch oven cooking workshop where individuals, friends, and families will prepare a camp-style recipe using a Dutch oven. We will learn safe charcoal management, outdoor food preparation, cast-iron care, and simple techniques...
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Nov 21
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Mammals: Feel the Furs

Programs
Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess which animal each fur belongs to, then have the...
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