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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Oct 25
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Know Your Knots

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Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing your gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to literally learn the ropes. Spend an hour getting hands-on with a variety of useful knots...
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Oct 25
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Corn Husk Figurines

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Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the picnic area near the fishing pier. You’ll learn about a toy made by early children and make one of your own.
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Oct 25
4:30pm - 5:45pm

What's On The Menu? Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Pollinators like bees and butterflies are picky eaters - and every flower on the trail is a dish waiting to be served. On this guided hike, we’ll explore what’s blooming, who’s buzzing, and how plants and pollinators work together to keep our...
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Oct 25
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rock Climbing Basics

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Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Are you interested in rock climbing or rappelling on the beautiful Hartshorne sandstone cliffs of Petit Jean Mountain but unsure of how to get started? Join a park interpreter in the CCC room at Mather Lodge to learn how to get started on your...
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Oct 25
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It is time for a creekside painting session where water meets color. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served...
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Oct 25
6:00pm - 7:00pm

SUNSET BIKE RIDE

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for an evening bike ride through the park as the sun sets and temperatures cool down. Enjoy a casual pace, scenic views and the changing colors of the landscape. Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals; call the visitor...
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Oct 25
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sunset Stroll

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Watch the day fade into night at Mount Magazine State Park on a peaceful guided sunset stroll. As the light changes, we’ll explore how wildlife, colors, and sounds shift with the setting sun. Slow down, breathe in the evening air, and experience...
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Oct 25
7:00pm - 7:30pm

History of Lake Greeson Walk

Hikes
Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join the park superintendent at Area B bathhouse for a walk to learn the history of Lake Greeson and how Daisy State Park is supported by this 7,000-acre lake. This presentation will follow the creation of the lake from conception to completion as we...
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Oct 26

Guided Cavern Tours

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Blanchard Springs Caverns, 704 Blanchard Springs Road, Fifty-Six, AR 72533 United States
Blanchard Springs Caverns is one of the most spectacular and carefully developed caves found anywhere in the world. It is located in the Ozark National Forest and is believed to have been formed, and continually changed, by an ongoing mountain spring...
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Oct 26
9:00am - 9:45am

Adventure in the Ozarks Hike

Hikes
Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark Mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. At the conclusion of the program, you will have the...
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Oct 26
9:00am - 10:15am

Oh, I AM on a Mountain Hike

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Hike down the Dripping Springs Trail to some of the most scenic bluffs that are oftentimes overlooked if not taking part in a breathtaking guided hiking adventure. CAUTION: This hike visits high overlooks with no guard rails. Children and pets must...
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Oct 26
9:30am - 10:00am

MTB Mondays: Trail Etiquette and Safety

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in to learn how to share the trail responsibly, pass safely, and ride with confidence while looking out for yourself and others.
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Oct 26
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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Oct 26
10:00am - 11:00am

SPIDER WEB ENGINEERING

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover how spiders use natural design to build strong lightweight webs. We will learn about spider web patterns and structural strength. Supplies are available.
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Oct 26
1:30pm - 1:45pm

Diamond Mining 101

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
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