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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Oct 4
9:00am - 10:00am

Adventure in the Ozarks Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. The official guided program will end at Yellow Rock, so you have extra time to spend there or continue the trail on your own.
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Oct 4
10:30am - 11:00am

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? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Oct 4
10:30am - 11:00am

Turkey Springs Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Take the path of yesteryear's wagons to Turkey Springs as you take in some of Mount Magazine's beautiful woodland habitat. This easy hike starts at the Greenfield Picnic Area across from the visitor center. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking...
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Oct 4
11:00am - 11:45am

Camouflaged Critters Hike on the Monument Trail

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Learn about the different types of camouflage used as we wonder along a 0.50-mile (out-and-back) section of the easy Outlaw Loop. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes; bring water and insect...
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Oct 4
11:00am - 11:30am

Legends of Petit Jean

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Petit Jean is a strange mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter to discover some stories surrounding the naming of this mountain during the early days of exploration.
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Oct 4
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Journaling the Journey

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Have you ever spotted something in the park you wished you could take home, but knew you shouldn’t? Nature journaling is the perfect way to capture what you see without disturbing the park’s natural setting. Join a park interpreter to create your own...
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Oct 4
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Afternoon Kayak Expedition

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddling experience is necessary to sign up for this...
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Oct 4
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Feel the Furs

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover the furry mammals that call Devil’s Den State Park home. Feel the difference, guess the animal, and learn how each coat helps wildlife survive in the Ozarks.
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Oct 4
1:15pm - 2:15pm

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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Oct 4
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Scenic Lake Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake with a park interpreter as your guide. Discover the history of the lake, watch for wildlife, and view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning noon the...
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Oct 4
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Creek Crawl Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Crawfish, minnows, and variety of insects, there is an entire world of its own in the creek. We’ll walk along a 0.25-mile section of Lee Creek opposite to the Lake Trail to observe the organisms that live there. It’s recommended to wear shoes you...
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Oct 4
2:00pm - 3:00pm

State Park Explorer

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
Discover what it means to be an Arkansas State Parks Explorer. Drop by the visitor center to learn how to get started. The Explorer Program is intended for young people who care about nature, history, safety and fun. Connect your mind and heart to...
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Oct 4
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Preserving the Legacy

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum. Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat moved to Newport, and why the courthouse was almost...
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Oct 4
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Snake Smarts

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you seen any snakes during your park visit? Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to test your snake smarts. Learn how to identify the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Participants will have the opportunity to meet a live snake.
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Oct 4
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Snake Feeding

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident education snakes and explore the various native snake species of Arkansas.
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