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 4
4:00pm - 4:30pm

A Gathering for the Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Commemorate America 250 by attending a reading of the Declaration of Independence! Meet a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater. Almost every Arkansas State Park is hosting a similar program today - enjoy the special feeling of being part...
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Jul 4
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Pearling and Shelling on the White River

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Discover the fascinating world of White River pearling as the residents of Jacksonport experienced it at the turn of the 20th century. See the equipment used by divers and learn about the multitude of uses for the mussel shells. Most especially...
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Jul 4
5:30pm - 6:00pm

A Gathering for Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Ice Cream Making

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join park staff for a community gathering featuring a reading of the Declaration of Independence in honor of the America 250 commemoration while eating homemade ice cream. Guests are encouraged to bring their own bowl and spoon for this sweet...
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Jul 4
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cast a Line on the Boardwalk

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Relax, recharge, and connect with nature during a peaceful evening of fishing with a park interpreter. Bring a chair; we’ll provide the rods, bait, and all other gear you need. No experience necessary. A valid Arkansas fishing license is required for...
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Jul 4
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
What better way to end the day than kayaking Lake Dunn at sunset? Join a park interpreter for a peaceful paddle tour where we will search for wildlife and discover who calls Village Creek State Park home. The tour will last around 1.5 hours...
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Jul 4
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Going Batty

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Fly into the night in a search for Arkansas bats. Join a park interpreter to discover why bats are an important part of the ecosystem of Crowley’s Ridge State Park.
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Jul 5
3:30am - 4:30am

Geology Rocks

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Discover how Pinnacle Mountain was formed and what sort of rocks and minerals are found here.
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Jul 5
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 5
8:00am - 9:00am

Early Bird Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Have you ever heard that the early bird gets the worm? Summer mornings are full of wonderful bird song and activity that we can all enjoy. Join a park interpreter in this 1-mile bird identifying extravaganza. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Jul 5
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Walk

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding stroll! Join a park interpreter on the Waterleaf Trail and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park. Sharpen your birding skills, or learn something new! All...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Red, White, & Bluebird Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter in celebrating our nations 250th year by learning about the red, white, and blue birds found at Lake Sylvia. View taxidermy, feathers, and more to explore these magnificent birds. Then, take a short 0.5-mile hike through Camp...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding Hike

Lake Charles State Park, 3705 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join a park interpreter on a hike to look for some local feathered friends. We will discover fun facts about these park residents and weary travelers as we identify them. Bring water and binoculars if you have them. Meet at the White Oak trailhead...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 9:45am

Phone Photography Wildflower Walk

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
How do you take a piece of Bull Shoals-White River State Park with you without picking anything up and carrying it out with you? Taking pictures is the way you do it. Join a park interpreter for some tips and tricks on taking pictures with your phone...
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Tree I.D. Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
How well do you know your trees? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park to learn how to identify trees by their bark and leaves as we hike the trail. Bring insect repellent, water and wear weather-appropriate clothing.
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Jul 5
9:00am - 10:00am

Beginning Fishing

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle’s healthy fishery provides you with great opportunities for catching fish. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn the basics of fishing and how you can try your luck catching a fish even if...
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