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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Sep 5
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Guess that Critter

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
How much do you know, or think you know, about the critters that make Jacksonport State Park their home? From mammals to birds to reptiles, this is a chance to hone your cognitive skills with other like-minded people using animal calls, hides, tracks...
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Sep 5
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Pinecone Bird Feeders

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Who needs a fancy bird feeder when you can make one out of three simple materials? Come learn all about watchable wildlife and make your very own bird feeder to take home with you. Meet in the campground amphitheater. This is a come and go program...
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Sep 6
7:30am - 8:30am

Bird Hike

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257, Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Start your morning with a peaceful, guided walk along the lakeshore as the park wakes up around you. This slow‑paced hike focuses on spotting resident and seasonal birds, listening for calls, and learning simple identification tips. Early light over...
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Sep 6
8:00am - 9:00am

Birding 101 Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Fly over to the Dancing Rabbit trailhead located behind the visitor center for a "bird-tastic" hike. The his is on a bare moderate dirt trail, and we will not hike the entire trail. Meet at the visitor center.
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Sep 6
8:30am - 9:30am

Introduction to Birding Walk

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Sep 6
8:30am - 9:30am

Birding Hike on the Little Missouri

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead of the Little Missouri River Trail to learn all about the world of birding. This 1.2-mile trail winds its way through the woods from the campground to the scenic Little Missouri River. A portion of this trail...
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Sep 6
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Bird Hike

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a park interpreter exploring Camp Ouachita for birds. Learn about the many birds that call Lake Sylvia home and embark on the old cabin trail to see what you can find. This 1/2-mile stroll is taken at a slow pace. Bring...
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Sep 7
7:30am - 8:30am

Bird Hike

Lake Chicot State Park, 2542 Hwy. 257, Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Start your morning with a peaceful, guided walk along the lakeshore as the park wakes up around you. This slow‑paced hike focuses on spotting resident and seasonal birds, listening for calls, and learning simple identification tips. Early light over...
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Sep 7
9:00am - 9:45am

Birding 101 Walk

Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding then put your new skills to the test. We will look and listen for birds during a relaxed-paced, 0.5-mile walk on the Arboretum Trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and wear insect repellent...
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Sep 7
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Birder Hike

Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them, and please wear tennis shoes or...
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Sep 7
9:00am - 10:30am

Lake Kayaking Excursion

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get closer views of birds and wildlife, all from the safety of your boat. To join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak, sign up at the visitor center (479) 967-5516 at...
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Sep 7
10:00am - 11:00am

BIRDING IDENTIFICATION Hike

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Learn to use binoculars and field guides while spotting local birds. Bring water and insect repellent. Binoculars are available while supplies last.
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Sep 7
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Trail Tech: Apps for the Outdoors

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Ever hear melodic bird song and wonder who's singing? Or spot a colorful wildflower and wish you knew its name? Nature identification apps make it easy to learn about the plants, animals, and fungi you encounter every day. Join a park interpreter for...
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Sep 9
9:00am - 10:00am

Morning Bird Walk

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park interpreter in front of the visitor center to take a walk through the area in search of our visiting birds. Even if you’ve never birded before, you can enjoy these creatures in a whole new way.
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Sep 9
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Mighty Eagles

Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
The symbol of our nation comes in the form of a mighty bird, the eagle, but even the mighty can fall. Meet a park interpreter to learn the amazing story of resilience of the mighty eagle and how you can aid in their continued protection.
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