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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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 25

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 25

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Woodland Wander on Devil's Racetrack

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1.3-miles, please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and don't forget your insect repellent.

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Oct 25

1:30pm - 2:30pm

FALL SCAVENGER HUNT HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States

Join a park interpreter to search for signs of fall season on 1-mile hike. We will look for early signs of colorful leaves, seeds, and animal tracks while learning how plants and wildlife change during this season. Bring water, insect repellent, and...

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Oct 25

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Flintknapping Demonstration

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States

Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about one of mankind’s oldest innovations and make connections to our distant past...

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Oct 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nature Journaling

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Let's explore the natural world through art. Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park.

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Oct 25

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a Postcard

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Postcards are snapshot of a moment and have a long history. Come create your very own as we discuss why postcards have been so important.

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Oct 25

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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Oct 25

3:30pm - 4:00pm

"See the Tree" Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States

See the once-green Eastern red cedar tree that serves not only as the symbol of Mount Magazine State Park, but also a reminder of the power of lightning. This is a short hike, but does require some light scrambling down potentially treacherous, rocky...

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Oct 25

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Beneath the Surface

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

Beneath the clear waters of Lee Creek is a hidden world full of remarkable wildlife. Through riddles and clues, discover the aquatic life that call the creek home while learning how each one is specially adapted to survive in the Ozarks.

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Oct 25

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Rock Climbing Basics

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States

Are you interested in rock climbing or rappelling on the beautiful Hartshorne sandstone cliffs of Petit Jean Mountain but unsure of how to get started? Join a park interpreter in the CCC room at Mather Lodge to learn how to get started on your...

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Oct 25

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States

It is time for a creekside painting session where water meets color. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served...

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