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 22
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Outdoor Adventure Skills - Map Reading Basics

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What happens when the GPS fails? You use a map. Learn the basics of map reading to help you find your way. Gain confidence and know your outdoor adventures will be more safe and fun.
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Oct 22
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Lure It Your Way

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter to design and decorate your very own fishing lure! Learn what attracts fish to lures and the types of fish that can be found in Lake Devil. All materials provided, just bring your imagination and get ready to create a...
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Oct 23
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Turtle Time

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Meet a park interpreter for some turtle watching and discovering the secrets of the turtles of Devil’s Den State Park.
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Oct 23
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Trailblazer's Crossing Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Embark on a 1-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes. Bring drinking water and insect repellant.
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Oct 23
4:30pm - 5:00pm

Feel the Furs

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter to discover the furry mammals that call Devil’s Den State Park home. Feel the difference, guess the animal, and learn how each coat helps wildlife survive in the Ozarks.
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Oct 23
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 24
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Knot Here

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in for a short visit with a park interpreter and learn three basic knots useful in the outdoors. You’ll even learn what not to knot in this hands-on skills program.
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Oct 24
4:30pm - 6:30pm

Yellow Rock Trail Hike Adventure

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike to explore the Yellow Rock area and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes and be sure to carry drinking water.
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Oct 24
9:30pm - 10:30pm

"Moonlight Over the Monument Trails" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step onto one of the Monument Trails at Devil's Den State Park by the light of the full moon and see the forest in a whole new way. As the sun sets and shadows stretch, we’ll hike beneath the stars, listen for night sounds, watch for nocturnal...
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Oct 25
10:00am - 11:00am

Nature Photography Hike on the Monument Trails

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Learn the basics of nature photography and put your skills to the test as we walk along a 1-mile section of the intermediate Devil’s Racetrack. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring...
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Oct 25
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Woodland Wander on Devil's Racetrack

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1.3-miles, please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and don't forget your insect repellent.
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Oct 25
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nature Journaling

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Let's explore the natural world through art. Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park.
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Oct 25
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a Postcard

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Celebrate Art in the Parks on International Artists Day. Postcards are snapshot of a moment and have a long history. Come create your very own as we discuss why postcards have been so important.
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Oct 25
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Beneath the Surface

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Beneath the clear waters of Lee Creek is a hidden world full of remarkable wildlife. Through riddles and clues, discover the aquatic life that call the creek home while learning how each one is specially adapted to survive in the Ozarks.
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Oct 25
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It is time for a creekside painting session where water meets color. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served...
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