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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Aug 8
10:00am - 11:00am

Geocaching 101 Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Step into the world of hidden treasures and explore your next adventure through the art of geocaching. Meet at the visitor center.
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Aug 8
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn to Fish

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Stop on by Lake Walcott for fishing 101. The park does have rods available and bait, but you are more than welcome to bring your own. Participants ages 16 and up must possess a valid fishing permit with...
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Aug 8
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Raccoon Shenanigans

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter to learn about raccoons and why they are a key part of our ecology on the ridge. Meet at the campground.
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Aug 9
10:00am - 12:00pm

Battle of the Invasives

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join park staff in eradicating invasive plants known as privet. Invasive plants are harmful to our local environments and native plants. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for...
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Aug 9
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Slither Me Timbers

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover Arkansas' snakes. Meet at the swim beach.
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Aug 15
10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery of Crowley's Ridge

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter in learning about the formation of our famous ridge. Learn how the ridge is still active to this day. Meet at the visitor center.
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Aug 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lake Walcott Kayak Adventure

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever wanted to try kayaking? Paddle on over to the fishing pier on Lake Walcott for a splashing good time. Children must be 6 years old to participate with an adult, and at least 10 years old to paddle boat solo. Kayaks are limited (10 solo...
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Aug 15
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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Aug 16
10:00am - 11:00am

Wile E. Coyote

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Go howling, barking, and yipping into the morning with park staff as we learn about coyotes. Meet at the visitor center.
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Aug 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking: Donuts

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever thought about making donuts while camping? Stop by the visitor center to learn how to make these simple and delicious donuts in a Dutch oven. Call the park office to reserve your seat; seats limited to 30, (870) 573-6751.
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Aug 22
10:00am - 11:00am

Frog-tastic Tree Frogs

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover the tree frog species that call the ridge home.
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Aug 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Kayaking 101

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever wanted to try kayaking? Paddle on over to the fishing pier on Lake Walcott for a splashing good time.
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Aug 22
10:00pm - 11:00pm

Mothy Nights

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Flutter on by the visitor center to learn about moths and their nightly antics. Prepare to be surrounded by insects as we use lights and bed sheets to lure them in for observation.
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Aug 23
10:00am - 12:00pm

Battle of the Invasives

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join park staff in eradicating invasive plants known as privet. Invasive plants are harmful to our local environments and native plants. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for...
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Aug 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Orienteering 101 Hike

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter to learn how to use a compass and read maps. This beginner-friendly session will prepare you for your next state park adventure. Meet at the basketball courts near Lake Walcott.
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