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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Aug 29
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Intrigue and Afternoon Tea: A Murder Mystery Tea Party

Historic Washington State Park, 103 Franklin Street, Washington, AR 71862 United States
Join us for an afternoon steeped in elegance and secrets. Sip tea, savor scones, and uncover the truth hidden among the guests. One among us harbors a deadly intention. Will you unmask the guilty party before the final cup is drained? Participants...
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Aug 29
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Crumpled Watershed

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
The watershed surrounding Lake Dardanelle is the backbone for the Arkansas River as the river journeys through the lake creating opportunities for people like you. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn...
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Aug 29
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Raccoons: Masked Bandits

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Who is the masked bandit? How is he able to get into your trash bins that you know you have sealed well? Does he live in Jackson County? Meet a park interpreter to find the answers to these and other questions about this mysterious nighttime creature...
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Aug 29
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn to Fish

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Stop on by Lake Walcott for fishing 101. The park does have rods available and bait, but you are more than welcome to bring your own. Participants ages 16 and up must possess a valid fishing permit with...
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Aug 29
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Rock House Cave Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile...
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Aug 29
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology in Nature with Hike

Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Ever wish you could identify any plant or animal at the push of a button? Join a park interpreter for a short program followed by a hike on the Water Leaf Trail. We will discuss popular nature identification apps and how you can utilize them during...
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Aug 29
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Craft Your Own Fishing Jig

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Do you plan on fishing Bull Shoals Lake or the White River? Stop by the campground pavilion to customize and craft your own fishing jig. A park interpreter demonstrates the decisions needed to optimize your fishing experience. Participants can stop...
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Aug 29
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Woolly Cabin Tour

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Do you love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our park's story while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin.
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Aug 29
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Devil's Den Softball

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den Softball. Come be a part of this living legacy. This friendly game connects participants to the past at Devil's Den State Park. Members of the Civilian Conservation Corps...
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Aug 29
4:00pm - 5:00pm

CCC Softball

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
This friendly game connects participants to the past at Petit Jean: Members of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) who built this park in the 1930s played softball as a form of recreation while living and working here. Meet the park interpreters...
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Aug 29
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Trial by Jury: Interactive Mock Trial & Dinner

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join park staff and become the judge, part of the jury, a lawyer, or maybe even the accused as we bring a court case from Powhatan’s history to life! No acting experience is needed, but participants should come ready to dive in and interact with each...
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Aug 29
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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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Aug 29
6:45pm - 7:45pm

Sunset Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands before settling down to watch a beautiful sunset. Seating is limited; reservations are required...
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Aug 29
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Owl Prowl Night Hike

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
"Who" likes owls? If you do, meet a park interpreter tonight to discover the owls living in DeGray Lake Resort State Park. Then, we’ll take a walk into the woods to call some up and listen for an answer! Please bring a flashlight.
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Aug 29
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking: Desserts

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Have you ever thought about making desserts while camping? Stop by the campground to learn how to make enjoyable desserts for the whole family.
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