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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Nov 29
9:00am - 10:00am

DISCOVERY HIKE

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter to observe, study, and explore the natural environments on a 1-mile hike. We will be nature detectives using our senses to investigate the plants, animals, and habitats. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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Nov 29
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Constellation Can Lanterns

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your own night sky lantern.
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Nov 29
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for an outdoor cooking demonstration while we learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and cast-iron care with a park interpreter. Help prepare and taste sweet treats cooked over coals.
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Nov 30
10:00am - 11:00am

HABITAT HIKE

Hikes
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1/5-mile hike and discover what our native wildlife requires from their habitat and see if any have made their homes along the trail. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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Nov 30
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Knot Tying

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Learn three essential knots and which to avoid in this hands-on session.
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Dec 4
10:00am - 11:00am

BIRDING BINGO HIKE

Hikes
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a fun round of Birding Bingo as we explore the sights and sounds of our feathered neighbors. Binoculars and field guides will be available. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.
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Dec 4
5:00pm - 6:00pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS & S’MORES

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a warm and welcoming evening around the campfire as we celebrate fall season. Enjoy campfire stories, trivia, and s’mores for a cozy evening under the stars. Don’t forget a blanket or chair.
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Dec 5
4:00pm - 5:30pm

DUTCH OVEN OUTDOOR COOKING DEMONSTRATION

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for an outdoor cooking demonstration while we learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and cast-iron care with a park interpreter. Help prepare and taste sweet treats cooked over coals.
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Dec 6
10:00am - 11:00am

GUIDED WINTER NATURE HIKE

Hikes
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Take a peaceful 1-mile nature walk with a park interpreter. With leaves down, it’s a perfect time for spotting wildlife. Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water.
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Dec 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

WINTER STARLIGHT: CONSTELLATION CAN LANTERNS

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Create your own glowing night-sky lantern during this astronomy craft. We will transform clean recycled cans into constellation lanterns. Supplies will be provided.
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Dec 19
10:00am - 11:00am

WINGS OVER THE WATER HIKE: EAGLE SPOTTING

Hikes
Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter by the lake for an hour of eagle watching. Use spotting scopes to see bald eagles up close as they perch and hunt along Bear Creek Lake. Binoculars will be available and dress for the weather. A great program for all ages and...
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Dec 31
4:00pm - 5:00pm

CAMPFIRE RELEASE

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Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a peaceful campfire ceremony to let go of the past year. Write down what you want to release and symbolically burn your note in the fire. This all-ages program offers a calm space to welcome the new year with intention. Bring a chair or blanket...
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