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
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bat-tastic

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
4:30pm - 5:30pm

HALLOWEEN DUTCH OVEN OUTDOOR COOKING DEMONSTRATION

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a spooktacular Halloween Treat. We’ll explore the fundamentals of Dutch oven cooking by preparing a simple and delicious dump cake.
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Oct 31
6:30pm - 7:00pm

CAMPFIRE FOLKLORE: ECHOES OF THE OZARK HOWLER

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter around the campfire to hear the haunting tale of the Ozark Howler. Rooted in Ozark folklore and whispered through generations, this story comes to life though storytelling that will leave you wondering what really roams these...
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Nov 1
9:00am - 10:00am

Adventure in the Ozarks Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. The official guided program will end at Yellow Rock, so you have extra time to spend there or continue the trail on your own.
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Nov 1
11:00am - 11:45am

Camouflaged Critters Hike on the Monument Trail

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Learn about the different types of camouflage used as we wonder along a 0.50-mile (out-and-back) section of the easy Outlaw Loop. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes; bring water and insect...
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Nov 1
1:00pm - 1:30pm

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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Nov 1
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Paint the Moment

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Take a moment to enjoy and capture the scenery through watercolor painting and discover how art has always been tied to Devil’s Den State Park. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket. Supplies are provided but limited.
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Nov 1
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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Nov 2
9:30am - 10:00am

MTB Mondays: Trail Talk Bingo

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in for a short visit to get familiar with common mountain bike terms. This fun, interactive bingo game is designed for riders of all levels.
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Nov 14

Run the Den Trail Running Races (6, 13, and 26-mile options)

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
This is a race experience that's welcoming to both first-time trail runners and seasoned trail veterans: Due to a scheduling conflict at the Back 40 Trail System, Rush Running Company is excited to host the first ever Run the Den Trail Races at...
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