Digital Discovery

DIGITAL DISCOVERY
Our interpretive programming is designed to connect guests' hearts and minds to the natural, historical, and cultural resources of Arkansas State Parks. We aim for every person to form a personal, meaningful "sense of place" with state parks. It's enjoyable, engaging, and experiential. Even if you can't visit a state park in person, our hope is that you find that connection through these videos, programs, photo essays, and articles.

Winter on the Ridge
Winter may seem an unlikely season to go exploring outdoors, but it really can be amazing. This is the time of year to experience the

Capturing the Magic of Waterfalls
No matter its size or volume a waterfall adds quality to any hiking adventure: Beautiful in so many ways, yet these same sites would go almost

Living Underground at Devil’s Den State Park
The unique sandstone crevice caves found at Devil’s Den State Park offer an intriguing immersion into the literal center of the layers of geology that

The Rich Musical History in the Arkansas Delta
Parkin Archeological State Park
Here in Arkansas we have so much to celebrate, yet so few of us know about our rich, colorful history. Perhaps the best untold story

More Fun at Lake Fort Smith State Park
Who doesn’t enjoy an evening by the fire, nestled in a cabin, in the woods, near a lake? Made all the more special as you

Because words can’t describe…
The Lodge at Mount Magazine has rooms and cabins have a view off the bluff-line overlooking the Petit Jean River Valley and Blue Mountain Lake.

Distracted by the Birds at Petit Jean State Park
We interpreters like to feed the songbirds, and this helps folks who come to the visitor center get a better look at them, especially if

Birds and Breakfast
Check out our birding events and programs and birding in Arkansas state parks. And here’s a great blog about birding by one of our park

5 Fun Facts About Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
A National Historic Landmark, the Plum Bayou Mounds site comprises one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley

(Photo Essay) Kayaking in Arkansas State Parks
You'll find your kind of water in the lake and river state parks of Arkansas. Enjoy the Arkansas landscape by kayak or canoe as you

Discover the Natural Gems of Southwest Arkansas
Welcome to the enchanting region of Southwest Arkansas, home to a collection of diverse and captivating state parks. From historical battlegrounds to breathtaking natural wonders
