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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Jul 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Wearable Water Cycle

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. Discover the many stops a drop of water makes on its journey through the water cycle. The possibilities are endless...
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Jul 31
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marsh Mystery

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle, it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. We have to be careful when enjoying these opportunities that we don’t affect others. Join a park interpreter in the...
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Aug 1
9:00am - 10:00am

Wildlife Hike

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Deer, rabbits, squirrels and various birds are just a few of the animals that live in Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Meadowbrook trailhead near the amphitheater for an easy walk and discover the signs left behind from our...
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Aug 1
11:00am - 12:00pm

Catch of the Day

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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Aug 1
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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Aug 1
1:00pm - 1:30pm

All Tied Up (Basic Knots)

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
By learning basic knot tying skills, you can learn to set up your campsite quickly and efficiently. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn to tie a few basic knots that will come in handy on any outdoor...
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Aug 1
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Know Your State

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
How well do you know the history and folklore of Arkansas? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for this fun quiz game where teams will compete for prizes. All ages welcome!
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Aug 1
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Geocaching 101 Hike

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Curious about geocaching but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter in the visitor center orientation room to learn the basics of this real-world treasure hunt using GPS. Discover how to find caches, log your finds, and practice responsible...
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Aug 1
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Sunset Kayaking

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Paddle into the evening on a guided kayak tour as the sun sets over Lake Dardanelle. Join a park interpreter for a relaxed paddle to enjoy the changing colors of the sky and the sights and sounds of the water at dusk. No kayaking experience is...
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Aug 2
9:00am - 9:45am

Morning Bird Hike

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park interpreter near Loop A bathhouse in the Russellville campground 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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Aug 2
11:00am - 11:30am

Fishing Knots

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn some essential fishing knots every angler should know. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, you'll leave confident in your knot-tying abilities...
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Aug 2
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fish Smart Look and Learn Table

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the visitor center to plan your next fishing trip, learn simple Leave No Trace fishing practices that protect fish and shorelines and discover easy ways anglers can help keep the lake healthy .
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Aug 2
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Water Safety Basics

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Exciting recreation and adventure await you on Lake Dardanelle as long as you are mindful of some basics. Meet a park interpreter at the kayak beach beside the visitor center to learn how to stay safe while enjoying the water at Lake Dardanelle State...
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Aug 3
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Little Explorers: I Spy Outside

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center for a playful nature-spotting adventure designed for ages 3-5. We'll use our eyes, ears, and imaginations to look for colors, shapes, and tiny outdoor wonders through simple...
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Aug 3
4:00pm - 4:30pm

A Walk Amongst the Fish

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle.
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