What better way to kick off the New Year than a guided hike at the home of the 10th largest spring in the world- Mammoth Spring State Park! Join Park Interpreter as we explore the rich history of the…

Join Park Superintendent Nathan Fort on a 1.5-mile guided hike along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree…

Start your new year surrounded by the beautiful and historic scenery of Jacksonport State Park. Join a park interpreter as we “step back in time” along the ¾-mile trail. Along the way, we will learn a…

Meet a park interpreter to explore lake ponder and its history as we welcome in the new year. This is a 0.45-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather.

Join a park interpreter to start the New Year off right with a 3.5-mile hike along the Huckleberry Nature Trail. Together we will explore the native diversity found in the park and learn about…

Join Park Interpreter Ron for a 3/4-mile hike to put your sense of sight, touch, smell, and hearing to the test as you explore some of the natural wonders of Lake Fort Smith State Park. Sturdy shoes,…

Enjoy a morning hike with a park interpreter on the first day of the new year as we traverse Middle Mountain along one of our most popular trails, the Coachwhip Trail. This less than 3-mile loop is…

Start your new year off right by joining a park interpreter for a guided hike of the Mockernut Trail. This meandering 1-mile hike offers beautiful views of everything that Lake Charles State Park has…

Please join us for our First Day Hike here at White Oak Lake State Park. We will be meeting on January 1, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Spring Branch Ttrailhead located next to the pavilion. the program is…

The unique landscape of Village Creek State Park makes it the perfect place to find a sense of adventure in 2026. Join a park interpreter to explore the characteristic hogback ridges and stream…

Join hikers in all 50 states by kicking off your new year with a hike at Queen Wilhelmina State Park! Take a meandering stroll with a park interpreter on the Spring Trail to celebrate the new…

Enjoy a morning hike with a park interpreter as we traverse Middle Mountain along one of our most popular trails, the Coachwhip Trail. This less than 3-mile loop is easy in difficulty and popular…

Start your year with a peaceful first day hike at this prehistoric site. We are carrying on the traditions of the Plum Bayou people by gathering at this unique mound site. We hope to inspire a great…

Start the New Year off right with a hike at Hobbs State Park! Join a park interpreter on this 4.2-mile, moderately difficult out-and-back section of the Monument Trails. We’ll discuss what a Monument…

Start 2026 on a high point! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas, and gain a strong sense of home and habitat. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy…

Step into the New Year on the right foot with time outdoors and start America’s 250th adorned in red, white and blue with a 2.5-mile stroll on one of The Natural State’s scenic state park trails.…

Join a park interpreter for a scenic hike on our Rim Trail and 3C's Trail. This easy/moderate hike will be roughly 3 miles and offers visitors the opportunity to witness breathtaking views and explore…

Step back in time on the Rock House Cave Trail, where ancient markings tell stories of people long ago. Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave parking area for this guided 45-minute guided…

Join a park interpreter at Hindman Hall for a 1-mile, guided, family-friendly hike around the beautiful grounds of Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Enjoy the natural world and learn about…

Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy 1/2-mile Lake Trail. #FirstDayHikes