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 15
11:00am - 11:30am

Nifty Nests

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover which birds live in what nests and how those nests compare to our own style of home.
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Oct 15
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Outdoor Adventure Skills - 10 Hiking Essentials

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What are the 10 essential items you should bring on your hike? Learn the answer along with how to pick the best trail for you and your family for your next hiking adventure.
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Oct 15
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Knot Here

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in for a short visit with a park interpreter and learn three basic knots useful in the outdoors. You’ll even learn what not to knot in this hands-on skills program.
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Oct 15
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a refresher, this program will help you ride confidently and safely.
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Oct 16 - 17

Heritage Herb Garden Fall Harvest Festival

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Celebrate the harvest season with a two-day immersive workshop focused on the harvest and uses of Ozark culinary herbs, medicinal plants, and native plants. Each morning features a seminar from 9:00 a.m. to noon with two to three regionally known...
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Oct 16
9:00am - 11:00am

BASKET WEAVING WORKSHOP

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a hands-on basket weaving workshop where we’ll weave the story of the Arkansas Delta, using natural materials and traditions inspired by the land, water, and rich heritage of this remarkable region. To register, call the park at (870) 295...
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Oct 16
9:00am - 11:00am

Monument Trails Nature Quest: Leaf ID Challenge Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter on a moderately strenuous 2-mile hike along Devil's Den State Park Monument Trails. Along the way, we'll identify native trees by examining their leaf shapes, bark textures, and other distinguishing traits. Please wear sturdy...
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Oct 16
10:00am - 10:45am

Critter Real Estate Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Enjoy an easy 0.25-mile hike along the Woody Plant Trail as we discuss what makes this area great for critter habitats.
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Oct 16
10:00am - 11:30am

Geocaching Island Hopper

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by boat to a few of DeGray Lake’s islands in search of these...
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Oct 16
10:30am - 11:45am

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Oct 16
10:30am - 11:45am

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Oct 16
10:30am - 11:45am

Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
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Oct 16
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Knot Knowledge: Fishing Knots

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Whether you are fishing for bass, crappie, or brim, knowing how to tie fishing knots is important. Come by to learn a few that will meet your needs during your weekend on the lake.
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Oct 16
1:00pm - 1:30pm

"Meet a Tree" Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park and how they shape the land. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
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Oct 16
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Fish Whisperer

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Become a fish whisperer by discovering about how the fish survive at Devil's Den State Park and use that knowledge to find the best fishing spots. We’ll also use that knowledge to design your own 3D paper fish.
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