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 21
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Campfire Evening Social

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Welcome to the weekend at Lake Catherine State Park. Kick off your weekend with a park interpreter at the trailhead to enjoy the warmth of a campfire and to snack on some s'mores. Questions, stories, and conversation are all welcome during this fun...
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Nov 22
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding Basics Hike

Hikes
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to learn the basics of birding. On this 5/8-mile hike, guests will have the opportunity to spot some of Lake Catherine State Park's beautiful birds. Bring a pair of binoculars, water and wear...
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Nov 22
10:00am - 11:00am

Stories in Stone

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
For thousands of years, Native Americans had come to the Ouachita Mountains in search of a rare and precious resource: novaculite. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn all about this common rock and how it shaped the stories of the...
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Nov 22
11:00am - 11:30am

Feel the Furs

Programs
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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Nov 22
11:00am - 11:30am

Feel the Furs

Programs
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 Nature Cabin.
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Nov 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Art in The Park

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to discuss the beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Nov 22
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Critter Crunch

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Have you ever seen a snake strike for its food? Or a turtle swim for a snack? Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn about what snakes and turtles love to eat, then watch them chow down.
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Nov 27
9:00am - 10:30am

Ouachita Wonders Hike: Falls Branch Trail

Hikes
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter on the Falls Branch Trail to explore the Ouachita Mountains. This 1-mile hike is known for its seasonal waterfall. Bring water and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Cameras and binoculars are welcome while we enjoy the lake and...
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Nov 27
11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Hike: Slunger Creek Nature Trail

Hikes
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's summer scenery. This stroll takes about 30 minutes and is 5/8-mile long. The trail is paved and ADA accessible. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.
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Nov 27
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Campfire Evening Social

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Welcome to the weekend at Lake Catherine State Park. Kick off your weekend with a park interpreter at the trailhead to enjoy the warmth of a campfire and to snack on some s'mores. Questions, stories, and conversation are all welcome during this fun...
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Nov 28
11:00am - 12:00pm

Nature Cabin Drop-In

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Do you have questions about Lake Catherine State Park or are you looking to escape the winter weather? Drop-in to the Nature Cabin to meet a park interpreter who can answer any questions you may have during your stay. Pick up a cup of hot chocolate...
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Nov 28
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Feel the Furs

Programs
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 Nature Cabin.
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Nov 28
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Crafting Survival Keychains

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Do you like to adventure in the outdoors? Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin for a lesson in crafting your very own survival keychain. Not only are they fashionable, but survival keychains are also a handy resource to have while on any...
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Nov 29
10:00am - 11:30am

"Cleaning Up the Falls" Hike

Volunteer
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the trailhead for a hike on the Falls Branch Trail. This trail is best known for its seasonal waterfall. On this 1-mile hike, trash bags and gloves will be provided for the cleanup of litter seen on the trail. This program...
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Nov 29
12:00pm - 12:30pm

Build a Bird Feeder

Programs
Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll show you how to make one to take home. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin for this fun activity.
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