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.
Unique Arkansas State Parks Stays
You know you’re in for a unique experience when you visit Arkansas State Parks, so why not stay in a way that’s unique, too?
The Best of DeGray State Park
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind getaway in Arkansas, consider this: DeGray Lake Resort State Park near Bismarck is Arkansas’s only resort state park.
Six Hidden Gems of Arkansas State Parks
Arkansas is lush with State Parks that people travel from all over to discover. But check out this list of parks that fly under the
Inside Crowley's Ridge State Park
Wandering the trails, cooling off in the swimming hole, celebrating reunions and weddings . . . locals and neighbors of Paragould, Arkansas, have been enjoying
Birding in Arkansas State Parks
Arkansas has some of the finest bird watching. Many of our parks have bird watching checklists, and park interpreters who are avid birders and can
Surprising Uses for Minerals Found at the Crater of Diamonds
Dozens of minerals can be found at Crater of Diamonds State Park, including calcite, mica, and barite. Each one can be used in different ways
Vlog: Sheep to Shawl
At Ozark Folk Center State Park you can watch artisans in the craft village, like Jeanette who makes beautiful rugs and shawls by hand, using
Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking Exhibit at State Capitol
“Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking in the State Parks of Arkansas” is a biking exhibit at the Arkansas Capitol, celebrating mountain biking in Arkansas State Parks.
Music Roots Hits All the Right Notes
The Music Roots Program in Stone County provides traditional folk music instruction in local schools. Skilled musicians provide youth with classes in traditional folk instruments.
More Than a Walk in the Woods at Petit Jean State Park
Seven Hollows Trail at Petit Jean State Park offer sweet spots where conservation, recreation, and legacy all come together to form a seamless triumvirate.
Caring for Conway Cemetery State Park
Cleaning gravestones is an important part of caring for the cemetery, and requires training to make sure it is done correctly.
What is a Park Interpreter?
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
