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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Sep 19
9:00am - 11:00am

Morning Kayak Tour

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the marina to explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants must be at least 13 years or older to paddle solo. Participants must also be comfortable around water...
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Sep 19
9:00am - 3:00pm

LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a special, full-day Landscape Oil Painting Workshop held in conjunction with our Painting the Arkansas Parks exhibit! Led by award-winning landscape artist Gil Adams, this relaxed session invites artists of all skill levels to observe...
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Sep 19
9:00am - 4:00pm

Red, White and Blue America250 Commemoration Basket Workshop

Hampson Archeological Museum State Park, 33 Park Avenue, Wilson, AR 72395 United States
Many centuries ago, natives of the area would have used very old techniques of basket weaving and today is no different. Join the park interpreter in learning one of the oldest traditions in American Indian history. 250 years ago, on July 4th, the...
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Sep 19
9:00am - 10:30am

Planetary Highpoint Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Get a real-time sense of how close in distance and size you are to our closest solar system neighbors using the Signal Hill highpoint hike as your ruler. Sunscreen, insect repellent, sturdy shoes, and drinking water are highly recommended for this...
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Sep 19
9:00am - 10:30am

Lake Tour

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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Sep 19
9:30am - 11:00am

"The Little Things" Hike

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Logoly State Park is often considered a living laboratory, but it is the little things that make this a great place to explore the natural world. Join the park interpreter for a moderate 1.25-mile hike as we take a closer look at the things that...
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Sep 19
10:00am - 4:00pm

Hunter Education

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
In order to purchase a hunting license in Arkansas anyone who was born after December 31, 1968, must complete Hunter Education. This is a 10-hour course that will be held from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and 1 – 5 p.m. on Sunday. Participants must...
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Sep 19
10:00am - 4:00pm

Craft Apprentice Show & Sale

Ozark Folk Center State Park, 1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
For more than 50 years, the Ozark Folk Center State Park has been dedicated to perpetuating the crafts, music, and lore of the Ozarks. A vital part of this mission is our Traditional Craft Apprenticeship Program, which has helped develop artisans in...
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Sep 19
10:00am - 11:00am

The Ridge

Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 Hwy. 168 North, Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter in learning about the formation of our famous ridge. Learn how the ridge is still active to this day. Meet at the visitor center.
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Sep 19
10:00am - 11:00am

Learning Leaves: Hike & Craft

Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, Hwy. 324, Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Discover the many species of trees found at Lake Sylvia and create a fun craft to take home. Embark on a half mile hike to learn how to identify trees by their leaves. The hike is moderate and will be taken at a slow pace for exploration. Make sure...
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Sep 19
10:00am - 3:00pm

Historic Dyeing 101: Wool Edition

Historic Washington State Park, 103 Franklin Street, Washington, AR 71862 United States
Are you interested in historical dyeing methods? Join us for a beginner's workshop focusing on 19th century dyeing techniques for animal fibers. From mordants and fixatives to dyes and dyebaths, you'll learn the entire process from start to finish...
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Sep 19
10:00am - 11:00am

Guided Museum Tour

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
Join park staff for a guided tour of the main exhibit gallery at Plantation Agriculture Museum and learn how the artifacts on display illustrate the story of farming at the turn of the 20th century when Arkansas farms were moving from man and mule...
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Sep 19
10:30am - 11:30am

Morning Breeze Cruise

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Join us on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake and discover the rugged beauty of the Ouachita Mountains...
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Sep 19
11:30am - 12:45pm

Mossback Adventure Hike

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Take an adventure with a park guide from the lodge to Mossback Ridge and back, experiencing some of Mount Magazine State Park's unique nature and history on your way. This hike has some inclines that can be difficult for some hikers, and a portion...
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Sep 19
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
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