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 17
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Campfire Craft

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own. This program will last around 30 minutes.
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Oct 17
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Bears and Baldies

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
At Magazine Mountain State Park, becoming acquainted with bears makes one much more familiar with bald eagles, (and vice versa), and delivers nothing less than apex excitement. Join a park interpreter and discover these spectacular residents at Mount...
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Oct 17
4:00pm - 4:45pm

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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Oct 17
4:30pm - 5:00pm

Oh Deer

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What do you know about the white-tailed deer? Discover how this amazing animal survives here in the park.
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Oct 17
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Owl Prowl Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight...
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Oct 17
6:00pm - 8:00pm

SUNSET CRUISE KAYAKING

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Kayaking is a terrific way to experience Bear Creek Lake. You can check out quiet areas for wildlife and relax while surrounded by the St. Francis National Forest. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should...
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Oct 17
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glowing Nocturnal Night Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Embark on the Glowing Nocturnal Night Hike for a unique outdoor adventure. Follow the glowstick trail to learn about the nocturnal animals that call Lake Sylvia home and why they wake at night. Trek on the 0.5-mile old cabin trail to spy the skulls...
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Oct 17
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Night Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for a hike on the Dancing Rabbit Trail. This is a moderate 1.22-mile trail. Meet at the visitor center.
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Oct 18
6:00am - 7:00am

Sunrise Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for an early morning hike on the Spider Creek Trail. This trail is a 1-mile in length. Meet at the Spider Creek trailhead.
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Oct 18
8:30am - 9:30am

Wildlife Walk & Watch

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Wildlife Observation Blind trailhead to take a quick 1/2-mile walk to the wildlife observation blind. Along the way we will listen and look for any signs of wildlife. Once at the observation blind, we will talk about...
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Oct 18
9:00am - 10:00am

"Reading Nature's Morning Newspaper" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1 to 2-mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the secret lives of animals.
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Oct 18
9:00am - 12:00pm

BIRDING VAN TOUR OF THE FOREST

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Explore top birding spots in Mississippi River State Park and St. Francis National Forest by van with a park interpreter to look for migratory songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. Binoculars and guides provided if needed. Space limited—preregister at...
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Oct 18
9:00am - 9:30am

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Oct 18
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

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 18
10:00am - 11:00am

All About Bats & Craft

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn about the amazing creatures we call bats. Hear all about the kinds of bats found in Arkansas while viewing taxidermy examples of them. Discover why bats are such unique animals by learning about their habitat...
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