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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Jul 19
10:00am - 11:00am

BREWS, VIEWS, AND BONFIRES

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.
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Jul 19
10:00am - 11:00am

Bug Out Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Pack your bags, we are going on a bug hunt! Take a deep dive into the world of insects as we explore the diversity of insects here at Pinnacle Mountain.
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Jul 19
10:30am - 11:00am

Feel the Furs

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? How about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Jul 19
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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Jul 19
11:00am - 11:30am

Insects, Don't Let Them Bug You!

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Bugs can seem scary from afar. Join a park interpreter as we learn more about some of Arkansas' "creepy crawlies" and the good they do for us!
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Jul 19
12:30pm - 1:00pm

Wonder House Tour

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its...
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 1:30pm

DIY Fire Starters

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Be prepared to spark your next adventure. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how to make your own fire starters—an easy, useful skill using materials you probably already have at home. You’ll discover...
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Fossil Finding Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step into the ancient story of the Boston Mountain Plateau, where sedimentary rocks like limestone reveal secrets from a time long past. At Devil’s Den State Park, fossils tell tales of prehistoric life. Join a park interpreter for a leisurely hike...
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 1:30pm

In This Life

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Many intriguing lives have been lived on Mount Magazine. Through a fun interactive activity, get a glimpse of some of these lives and how they have shaped the unique nature and history of Mount Magazine State Park. In addition, participants will get...
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Insect Photography Mini-Workshop

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Are you someone who has a camera roll full of butterflies and moths on your phone? What about wildflowers or other neat trail finds? Join a park interpreter to go on a short walk as we learn some tips and tricks on how to capture better photos of...
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Amphibians and Reptiles Tabletop

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Meet some of our live animal “ambassadors” and discover how their relatives are an important part of the forest habitat at Hobbs State Park. A 15-minute program will start every half hour. Come and go as you please.
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Jul 19
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Nature Cabin Drop-In

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Drop into the Nature Cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to give brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special place.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:30pm

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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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Inspector Insector

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Meet Inspector Insector! This bug detective is investigating a "crime" at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Will you help him solve a mystery? This a great program for children and families.
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Jul 19
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Crater of Diamonds Trivia

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Cue the theme music, it's time to play trivia in a game show like fashion to put your Crater of Diamonds knowledge to the test. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom.
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