Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Park

Region

Park Activity

Trail Type

Trail Difficulty

Author

Date Published

Passing Time in Historic Powhatan

Apr 2020

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Monika Rued

Powhatan Historic State Park Interpreter Geoffrey shows you just as we still do today, the people of historic Powhatan made their own toys, games, and entertainment to pass the time and help families grow stronger together.

Powhatan Park Interpreter Geoffrey shows a game with a cup and ball

Video Conference Backgrounds

Apr 2020

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

Download your favorite Arkansas State Park video conference background. Check out Zoom Virtual Background instructions to see how to upload your own virtual background image. Make sure you uncheck "Mirror my Screen" and "I have a Green Screen" after you upload, so it displays properly.

Help Us Protect Your Arkansas State Parks

Apr 2020

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Monika Rued

Lake Catherine State Park Superintendent Cheryl Vincent goes over Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Thank you in advance for helping us protect your Arkansas State Parks.

Physical Distancing at Arkansas State Parks

Mar 2020

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Monika Rued

It's important during this COVID-19 health emergency, that we all practice social "physical" distancing and follow CDC guidelines. Park Interpreter Matthew shows us some best practices while visiting state parks and other natural areas.

Park interpreter Matthew holding a stick showing six feet distance

Safely Using Trails and Outdoor Spaces During COVID-19 Event

Mar 2020

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Joe Jacobs

Arkansas State Parks remain open at this time to provide needed outdoor spaces for our guests. While we have some diminished services, the parks are open for day-use activities including hiking, running, cycling, fishing, paddling, wildlife watching, etc. It’s vital that people find ways to engage in physical activity and be out in nature during this time; the benefits to...

Traversing Trails

Mar 2020

Connecting with the great outdoors can be a wholly rejuvenating experience. Sometimes just the act of getting outside and taking in nature can give you a sense of clarity. At Arkansas State Parks, we believe in the renewing energy of the outdoors. You can explore any of our 52 state parks, each with its own unique lens for visitors to experience their surroundings. One of...

Spring Mining Tips

Feb 2020

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Waymon Cox

Greetings from Crater of Diamonds State Park! Over the next few weeks, travelers across the country will be making plans for spring break travel, and many will choose to visit Crater of Diamonds State Park. Spring break can be a great time to visit Arkansas’s diamond site, and the following tips can help you make the most of your diamond-searching adventure!

Searching for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds State Park

Relax, Recharge and Recreate During Spring Break

Feb 2020

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Meg Matthews

Arkansas State Parks have many ways to relax, recharge and recreate fun and affordable. Take the time this spring break to visit a park and enjoy the physical and mental benefits.

Eagle Tours

Feb 2020

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

One of the most awe-inspiring birds you can witness is the Bald Eagle. Once endangered, the Bald Eagle has made an encouraging comeback and now nests along rivers and lakeshores throughout the state. Now, you can find our national emblem in dozens of sites across Arkansas, particularly along shores of lakes and rivers. The most common time to experience Bald Eagle...

Eagle Watch Tours at Arkansas State Parks

Celebrate Your Valentine at an Arkansas State Park

Feb 2020

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Meg Matthews

Whether you’re looking for love or celebrating years of romance, Arkansas State Parks has something for everyone this Valentine’s Day. Since it lands on a Friday this year, it will be a wonderful time to get out with the one you love (or at least like!) and join in on the fun happening at several parks across the state.

Heart outlining Cedar Falls at Petit Jean State Park