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 31
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

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Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
The cotton gin is a simple tool with a complex story. Discover more about this story as park staff gins cotton on the museum's demonstration gin. Feel the difference in cotton before and after it has been ginned and learn how much work it takes to...
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Oct 31
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Spooky Creatures Tabletop

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Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Some creatures like bats, spiders, and owls have gotten a bad reputation and are considered “spooky” or even “evil.” But do they deserve that reputation? Discover the truth about these popular Halloween creatures. A 15-minute program begins every...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bat-tastic

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover how bats are built for life in the dark as we learn about their unique bodies, surprising behaviors, and the important roles they play in our ecosystems.
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Arrowhead Necklaces

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Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, 490 Toltec Mounds Road, Scott, AR 72142 United States
Did you know that Native Americans wore jewelry for some of the same reasons we wear jewelry today? Join a park interpreter to discover some Native American jewelry pieces left by the Plum Bayou people, then learn how to make your very own...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Spider Hider

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Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
What has eight legs and eats bugs? Discover some of the fascinating things spiders do, such as how they make their homes, find food, and even which ones are dangerous to us. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sounds of the Night

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Lake Poinsett State Park, 5752 State Park Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Have you ever been outside and heard a weird noise? Have you ever been camping and heard something you couldn't explain? There are plenty of nocturnal animals in our park that make all sorts of noises. Join a park interpreter to explore the sounds of...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Watercolor Bugs

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Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area, 1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Cossatot River State Park is home to many tiny creatures that have colorful features and patterns. Think of a red ladybug with spots or a beetle with a smooth green body. Join a park interpreter to learn about parts of a bug and create your own bug...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rock Climbing Basics

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Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Are you interested in rock climbing or rappelling on the beautiful Hartshorne sandstone cliffs of Petit Jean Mountain but unsure of how to get started? Join a park interpreter in the CCC room at Mather Lodge to learn how to get started on your...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eagle Watch Tour

Lake Tours
DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Looking for an adventure? Join a park interpreter for a guided eagle-watching cruise on DeGray Lake. We will spend the hour searching for wintering bald eagles, ospreys, loons, herons, grebes, ducks, and more. Bring binoculars if you have some- a...
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Oct 31
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lake Tour

Lake Tours
Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited and advanced registration...
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Oct 31
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Bears and Baldies

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Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
At Magazine Mountain State Park, becoming acquainted with bears makes one much more familiar with bald eagles, (and vice versa), and delivers nothing less than apex excitement. Join a park interpreter and discover these spectacular residents at Mount...
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Oct 31
3:30pm - 4:30pm

All Hallow's Eve

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Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Enjoy the night of All Hallow's Eve with a park interpreter at the trailhead firepit. We will sit around the warmth of the campfire and eat delicious s'mores. Bring a blanket, a chair and your appetite. Questions, stories and conversation are all...
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Oct 31
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Silent Invaders

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Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders. Meet a park interpreter to learn about the invasive species that impact our park and what you can do to help protect our resources.
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Oct 31
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nature Trivia

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Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Here is a chance for you and your family to be in the “hot seat.” Bring your whole family to this fun game and challenge your brain on every aspect of the nature of Arkansas. Meet a park interpreter for an hour of fun and intriguing brainstorming.
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Oct 31
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Owl Pellet Dissection

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Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Become a biologist by diving into the world of owls and what they eat. Each guest will be given an owl pellet for dissection and exploration. This is a fascinating and sanitary discovery activity. Meet at Pavilion #3.
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