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 30
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 30
11:00am - 11:30am

Smelly Skunks

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Why do skunks smell bad to some people? What is the reason they spray? Learn the answers to these questions and how to avoid getting sprayed as we discuss one smelly animal, the striped skunk.
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Oct 30
1:00pm - 3:00pm

"Impressions of Time" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Embark on a 2.5-mile guided hike through Fossil Flats Trail, where the ancient past is etched into the landscape. As we traverse the exposed creek bed, you’ll encounter hundreds if not thousands, of marine fossils embedded in the limestone, offering...
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Oct 30
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Boy Scout Trail Adventure Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants and admire the beauty of Cedar Creek Canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring...
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Oct 30
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Skull Sleuth

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What does the shape of an animal’s skull tell you about that animal? Join a park interpreter to solve the mystery as we become skull sleuths.
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Oct 30
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bats vs. Moths

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Get ready to discover how bats hunt insects like moths and how those insects try to avoid getting eaten during a game of Bats vs. Moths.
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Oct 30
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Ten-Minute Outdoor Skills

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to level up your campfire game? Meet a park interpreter inside historic Mather Lodge to learn essential outdoor skills in just 10 minutes at a time. Whether it’s building the perfect camp, mastering a useful knot, or discovering clever campfire...
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Oct 30
4:00pm - 5:00pm

"Locked Doors, Living Wings" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Why are the caves closed? Join a park interpreter for a ¼-mile hike to a gated cave and uncover the secret lives of bats and how these protected spaces help keep them alive.
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Oct 30
5:00pm - 6:00pm

FOREST FOLKLORE & CAMPFIRE LEGENDS

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a festive campfire program featuring stories, trivia, and s’mores for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair.
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Oct 30
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Birding 101 Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 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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Oct 30
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Twilight Stroll

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Embark on a leisurely hike along the Lake Trail to observe the evening activities of local wildlife. As the sun sets, watch for critters. A park interpreter will share insights into the habits and habits of these animals.
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Oct 30
6:30pm - 7:00pm

Star Songs

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Join a park interpreter and enjoy Mount Magazine State Park’s exceptional dark skies. Listen to some original guitar songs about the stars above this island in the sky.
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Oct 31
8:30am - 11:30am

Let's Go to Jail

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
This open program of the 1873 Powhatan Jail connects visitors to the dark environs of 19th century justice. Step into a prisoner cell and learn about this building’s unique history of crime and punishment. Bring the family or come alone any time...
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Oct 31
9:00am - 10:00am

"TREK AND TREAT" HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for Trek & Treat, a fun fall trail event where we hike 1/2-mile to enjoy themed activities and collect treats along the way. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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Oct 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Snails, Slugs and Bugs Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Uncover the secrets of snails, slugs, and bugs as we search for them along a 1-mile (out-and-back) section of the intermediate Devil’s Race trail Monument Trail. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes; bring insect repellant and water.
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