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 14
7:00pm - 8:00pm

NIGHTTIME CRITTERS NIGHT HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Discover what happens in the forest after the sun goes down during this 1/5-mile guided nighttime hike. We will walk on the trail at a slow pace while using our senses to listen to owl calls, frogs, and other signs of nocturnal wildlife. Bring water...
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Nov 14
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Campfire Treats and Trivia

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater for an evening of fun around the campfire. Enjoy s'mores and a chance to test your park and nature knowledge through trivia! Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis...
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Nov 14
9:00pm - 11:00pm

"West End Wander" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Have you ever wanted to wander the woods of Mount Magazine State Park? Join a park interpreter as you explore interesting sandstone structures of the West end of Mount Magazine State Park on off-trail locations. Expect some uneven terrain and slight...
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Nov 15
9:00am - 10:00am

Fall Foliage Bicycle Ride

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter to enjoy a scenic ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. Ride through the forest and discover what makes Petit Jean so wonderful in the fall season. This joyful ride will be about 3 miles long and last about 1 hour. Please...
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Nov 15
9:00am - 10:00am

BREWS, VIEWS AND BONFIRES

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.
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Nov 15
9:00am - 11:30am

"The Big Five" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter for a big 5-mile hike on Mount Magazine State Park's trails. Hiking in some of the same steps of people dating as far back as the 1800s, participants will experience pure mountain air, breathtaking views and the spectacular...
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Nov 15
10:00am - 11:00am

Camouflage Critter Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Embark on the Camouflage Critter Hike to discover how animals and insects use this technique to stay hidden in their habitats. On this trek, make stops along the way to learn about the different types of camouflage and see if you can spy the examples...
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Nov 15
10:00am - 11:00am

Eagle Watch Tour

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 15
11:00am - 1:00pm

Fall Foliage Hike Along the Rim

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave Trailhead to set off on a section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail known as the Rim Trail. The walk offers scenic views of Cedar Creek’s lower canyon as well as woodland trails along clear...
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Nov 15
11:30am - 12:00pm

Know Your CCC

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Did you know that the United States Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) crews of the 1930s had their own uniquely named newsletter for each location they were stationed at? This includes Devil’s Den State Park. Check out one of the newsletters and...
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Nov 15
1:00pm - 1:45pm

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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Nov 15
1:30pm - 2:30pm

AMERICA RECYCLES DAY: TRASH TO TREASURE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Celebrate America Recycles Day by reusing old tin cans to make citronella candles that help keep mosquitoes away. Bring an empty container if you have one; some supplies will be available.
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Nov 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Flintknapping Demonstration

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 15
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Preserving the Legacy

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum. Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat moved to Newport, and why the courthouse was almost...
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Nov 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eagle Watch Tour

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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