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 9
10:00am - 10:30am

The Mystery of the Tracks

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Many wild animals roam the park when we aren’t looking, leaving only tracks as evidence. Join the park interpreter to find out more about these wild footprints and uncover the mystery of the tracks. There will be an optional short walk at the end to...
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Jun 9
11:00am - 11:30am

Fish Feeding

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Come see the fish feast. Observing the different feeding habits of fish can be quite entertaining. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
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Jun 9
11:00am - 11:30am

Fish Feeding

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Come see the fish feast. Observing the different feeding habits of fish can be quite entertaining. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
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Jun 9
11:00am - 11:45am

Rock House Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile...
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Jun 9
11:00am - 12:00pm

Waterscope Wonders

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Ever wonder how waterfowl can see clearly underwater? Join a park interpreter to learn about these fascinating birds at Lake Catherine State Park and even make your own water viewer to test out.
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Jun 9
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
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Jun 9
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 9
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tree Maze

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle State Park has a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. Race through this life-sized tree maze to discover some of the trees found here and what makes them stand out from the others. We will meet in the grassy area...
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Jun 9
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Soaring Scavengers Walk

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What is that big bird soaring in the sky? Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
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Jun 9
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Scenic Lake Tour

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a cruise aboard our tour boat with a park interpreter as your guide. Explore the wildlife, history, and geology...
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Jun 9
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Archeological Excavation Guided Site Tour

Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott, AR 72142 United States
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first 2 weeks of June. Join a park interpreter for a ¾ mile guided walking tour that includes stops at the excavation sites and opportunity to ask...
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Jun 9
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Owl's Last Supper

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
It's dissection time! Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to discover the owls of Lake Catherine State Park and their special adaptations. We will be dissecting real owl pellets to take a closer look at what owls love to eat.
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Jun 9
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Reptilian Riddles

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Many creatures call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Many of these amazing creatures are reptiles. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center kids’ corner to discover some of the things that make reptiles unique.
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Jun 9
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wings Over the Water

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Get a chance to view the two vulture species in Arkansas as they soar above Bull Shoals Lake and the White River. Learn interesting facts about these birds and their importance to the ecosystem here at the park. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars.
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Jun 9
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join Park Superintendent Nathan for beautiful sunset views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Kayaks and equipment are provided. Please sign-up in person at the visitor center or by calling...
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