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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Jun 29
9:00am - 10:00am

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “Beta,” or the specific body positioning, sequence of moves, and techniques needed to get to the top of your climb. Join a park interpreter for...
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Jun 29
10:00am - 10:30am

Light Up the Night

131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
The living things that glow at night can add a magical feel to your visit to the park, but have you ever thought about how and why they glow? Join a park interpreter to discover the science behind the magic and what you can do to help these things...
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Jun 29
11:00am - 11:30am

Ouachita Grab Bag Adventures

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Are you brave enough to stick your hand into an unknown nature-filled bag and to guess what's inside? Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead to learn about the Ouachita Mountains here at Lake Catherine State Park and to try your luck at guessing...
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Jun 29
11:00am - 11:45am

Bear Cave Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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Jun 29
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bass Fishing on Lake Bailey

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the boathouse to learn about using artificial lures to catch one of Petit Jean State Park's aquatic predators, the largemouth bass. Learn how to set up your rod, select an appropriate lure and entice a bass into biting. At...
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Jun 29
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Little Explorers

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Bring your little explorer for a weekly nature adventure. Each program features a new theme with hands-on, play-based sensory activities for ages 3-5. Meet in the grassy area across from the visitor center and bring a blanket to sit on. Caregivers...
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Jun 29
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Swim & Cruise Lake Tour

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake before beating the heat and taking a dip in the refreshing water! We will cruise the lake for the first half of the tour taking in the beautiful scenery of the Ouachita Mountains, before pulling up to...
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Jun 29
3:00pm - 4:00pm

WETLAND WILDLIFE BIKE TOUR

Join a park interpreter for a ride through wetland habitats as we roll through mostly flat and gently sloping terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals - call 870-295-4040 in advance to make a reservation. All...
Jun 29
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bear Puck Drop

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Let gravity be your friend! This Plinko-style interactive program helps you get-to-know the American black bears of Mount Magazine State Park. All ages will enjoy this outdoor experience, especially ages 7-12.
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Jun 29
3:30pm - 4:30pm

CCC Stroll

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
The Civilian Conservation Corps holds a significant place in Arkansas history. Travel back in time to the origins of Lake Catherine State Park while on a stroll with a park interpreter. Observe the still-standing structures built by the CCC that make...
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Jun 29
7:30pm - 9:00pm

Sunset SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding for Beginners)

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
It is hard not to love a good sunset on the water. We think you will love it even more once you are standing atop the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Join a park...
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Jun 29
7:30pm - 9:00pm

FULL MOON KAYAK

Paddle across Bear Creek Lake under the glow of the full moon for a peaceful evening on the water. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should be comfortable around water. Basic paddling techniques are...
Jun 30
9:00am - 10:00am

Discovery Hike

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's spring scenery. This guided stroll takes about 30 minutes and is 5/8-mile long. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Note: Slunger Creek Nature...
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Jun 30
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding 101 Walk

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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Jun 30
10:00am - 11:00am

Soaring Scavengers Walk

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
What is that big bird soaring in the sky? Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
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