Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’…

Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes, and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about of mankind’s oldest…

Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is…

Petit Jean, a strange and fascinating mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet Park Interpreter Carrie at the Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook to discover some…

Join park interpreter and long-time outdoor recreationist, Joe Larson, at the Seven Hollows Trailhead to learn Keep Arkansas Beautiful principles and how thoughtful, responsible recreation helps…

Join park interpreter and long-time outdoor recreationist, Joe Larson, at the Seven Hollows Trailhead to learn Keep Arkansas Beautiful principles and how thoughtful, responsible recreation helps…

  Join park staff for a hands-on workshop to learn what life and work was like for the Civilian Conservation Corps Camp 1731 at Petit Jean State Park. This interactive program lasts about 3…

Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “beta,” or the body positioning, sequence of moves, and specific techniques needed to get to…

Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave Trailhead to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past…

Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center…

Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is…

What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess…

Enjoy a weekend of themed programming celebrating all things love at Petit Jean State Park. Please see our detailed programming for specific programs, locations and times.

Meet Park Interpreter Carrie at the Mary Ann Richter Memorial Overlook on Red Bluff Drive for a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park.…

Spend an enchanting evening beneath Petit Jean State Park’s winter sky as we uncover the constellations that have inspired stories of love, bravery, and connection for thousands of years. Join a park…

Enjoy a weekend of themed programming celebrating all things love at Petit Jean State Park. Please see our detailed programming for specific programs, locations and times.

Start your morning with comfort, community and a delicious taste of history. Join the park interpreters for a warm Dutch oven breakfast featuring classic campfire flavors layered together into a…