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Kayaking at Lake Charles State Park

Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

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5 Activities To Do In State Parks

Jun 2022
  ⁄  
Kelly Farrell

You probably already know there are tons of fun activities to do with your family and friends while visiting the state parks of Arkansas – things like hiking scenic trails, kayaking on lakes and streams, fishing, birdwatching, touring historic sites, visiting museums, geocaching, and so much more.

Closeup of a hiking trail.

What is a Park Interpreter?

May 2017
  ⁄  
Kelly Farrell

On top of being guides and stewards of the parks, Park Interpreters identify plants and wildlife. They are biologists, geologists, botanists, historians, educators, and recreation specialists.

Arkansas State Park Interpreter
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