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 11
10:00am - 11:00am

Cane Pole Fishing Demonstration

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257, Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Learn the basics of traditional cane pole fishing in this relaxed, hands on demonstration. Park staff will introduce the simple equipment used with a cane pole and explain how this time honored method has been used for generations to catch fish in...
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Jun 11
10:00am - 11:00am

Birding Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Whether you’re a fledgling birder or an old pro, you’re sure to enjoy this 3/4-mile guided hike. Join us to search for birds that live in and along the forests and shores of DeGray Lake. Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. A limited number...
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Jun 11
10:00am - 11:00am

Living on the Edge Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Do you know what an edge habitat is? Find out we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail. We’ll hike approximately 1-mile (out and back) along the intermediate trail. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes...
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Jun 11
11:00am - 12:00pm

River Cane

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn the fascinating history of river cane, its importance to the battlefield, the ecology of Northwest Arkansas, and as a cultural tool. Meet on Black Nursery Road.
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Jun 11
11:00am - 11:30am

Feel the Furs

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? How about a bear? Come explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Jun 11
11:00am - 2:00pm

Fun Day

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Fun day is a Woolly Hollow tradition that you don’t want to miss! Join our park staff at the swim beach to enjoy music, free swim, and family-friendly competitions and games.
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Jun 11
11:00am - 11:30am

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead 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...
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Jun 11
11:15am - 12:15pm

Nature Journal Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
After constructing your nature journal, take a 1-mile hike along the Ouachita National Recreation Trail with a park interpreter to begin filling your journal with the wonders around you. Practice various types of art, creative writing, and...
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Jun 11
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Wild Weather

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover the natural signs that hint at storms, sunshine or seasonal shifts. From the way animals behave to the shape of clouds, nature offers subtle forecasts that anyone can learn to read.
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Jun 11
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Here’s your chance to experience DeGray Lake to the fullest, from above and below. Sign up early for this guided kayaking and snorkel adventure. We’ll paddle out, snorkel along the shoreline, and explore fish, rocks, plants and more. Use of all...
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Jun 11
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Spider Craft and Story

Parkin Archeological State Park, 60 State Hwy 184, Parkin, AR 72373 United States
The spider is the subject of many Native stories. Come hear some spider lore and make a paper spider of your own.
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Jun 11
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Oh I Am On A Mountain! : The Dripping Springs Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Mount Magazine is quite a big mountain plateau with beautiful wooded areas everywhere you look. While it’s great to immerse yourself in these ecologically rich trees, it can be easy to forget one is on Arkansas’ tallest mountain. A hike down Dripping...
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Jun 11
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 11
2:00pm - 3:45pm

Kayak Tour of Lake Fort Smith

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective of a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are provided. No previous paddling...
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Jun 11
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Overlook Talk

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Morton Overlook for a talk about the end and the aftermath of the Battle of Prairie Grove.
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