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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Jun 7
5:00pm - 6:15pm

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Jun 7
5:00pm - 6:00pm

WATERCOLOR BY THE WATER’S EDGE

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing lakeside watercolor session. All skill levels welcome. Supplies are limited or bring your own. Capture the beauty of the water’s edge with color and creativity.
Jun 7
7:45pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Stroll

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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Jun 7
8:00pm - 8:45pm

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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Jun 8
8:30am - 9:00am

Daybreak Diamond Tour

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Join a park interpreter in the lower level of the Diamond Discovery Center to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past diamond finds to help in your own search.
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Jun 8
9:00am - 10:00am

Morning Breeze Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Join us on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake and discover the rugged beauty of the Ouachita Mountains...
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Jun 8
9:00am - 10:00am

Ouachita Wonders Hike: Falls Branch Trail

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter on the Falls Branch Trail to explore the Ouachita Mountains. This 1-mile hike is known for its seasonal waterfall. Bring water and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Cameras and binoculars are welcome while we enjoy the lake and...
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Jun 8
9:00am - 10:00am

NATURE’S COLOR WHEEL

Hunt colors on 1/5-mile easy hike and explore their roles in nature with park interpreter. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
Jun 8
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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Jun 8
10:00am - 11:30am

A Hike of Many Colors

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
The forest at Logoly State Park is full of color, especially at this time of year. Join the park interpreter for a 1.25-mile hike to search for the colors of the woods. Tennis shoes or hiking boots are recommended.
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Jun 8
11:00am - 11:30am

Ouachita Grab Bag Adventures

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Are you brave enough to stick your hand into an unknown nature-filled bag and to guess what's inside? Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead to learn about the Ouachita Mountains here at Lake Catherine State Park and to try your luck at guessing...
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Jun 8
11:00am - 12:00pm

NATURE JOURNALING

Create a nature journal and practice observation skills under the trees. Bring a camp chair, towel, or blanket to sit on if you have one.
Jun 8
11:00am - 11:45am

Herp Hike on the Green Heron Trail

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Join a park interpreter for this easy, 3/4 -mile guided walk along the Green Heron trail in search of frogs, salamanders, and other “herps.” Let's see what critters we can discover as we enjoy views of the lake and discover more about the habitat of...
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Jun 8
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Five Essential Knots

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
The art of tying knots is an essential skill to enhance your camping, climbing and outdoor experiences. So often though, knots can feel overcomplicated and confusing. Join a park interpreter in the CCC room at Mather Lodge to learn five simple knots...
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Jun 8
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Kayak Confidence Builder

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
No previous paddling experience necessary. Kayaking trips can vary from serene flatwater trips to outrageous whitewater floats. No matter what kind of kayaking you do, it’s important to know how to keep yourself safe. Join a park interpreter for an...
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