Ever wonder how plants can grow in different places? Learn about the many ways plant seeds travel throughout the park!

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…

The watershed surrounding Lake Dardanelle is the backbone for the Arkansas River as the river journeys through the lake creating opportunities for people like you. Join a park interpreter in the…

Celebrate the Snow Moon on a gentle 1-mile evening walk. Look for nocturnal wildlife. Bring warm clothes and a flashlight.

February’s full moon creates a peaceful backdrop for stargazing, moonlit strolls, photography and gathering around a warm campfire. Let the Snow Moon surround you and fellow night-sky enthusiasts as…

February’s full moon creates a peaceful backdrop for stargazing, moonlit strolls, photography, and gathering around a warm campfire. Let the Snow Moon surround you and fellow night-sky enthusiasts as…

Meet a park interpreter at the trailhead of the Little Missouri River Trail to learn all about the world of birding. This 1.2-mile trail winds its way through the woods from the campground to the…

We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for wintering bald eagles. Each year, juvenile and mature birds can be seen among the trees along the shoreline or flying high above the lake during our lake…

Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1-mile hike along the Lake Trail as we explore the winter habits of local wildlife. Learn to spot animal tracks, identify birds, and discover how creatures adapt…

Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure with the 10 essentials!

Share the warmth of a campfire with a park interpreter at the trailhead. Share stories and discuss the beauty of Lake Catherine State Park while sipping on hot chocolate.

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…

People have been fishing at Lake Chicot for hundreds of years. Join a park interpreter to learn about the different methods used throughout time for recreation and survival. Then test your skills by…

Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for wintering bald eagles. Each year, juvenile and mature birds can be seen among the trees along the shoreline or flying high above the lake. Join us for…

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…

Enjoy stories, songs, and s’mores around the campfire with a park interpreter. Share river memories, nature facts, and classic songs. Bring a chair or blanket, mosquito repellent, and dress for the…

Join a park interpreter along the Falls Branch Trail for a 1-mile trek to the waterfall. Cameras and binoculars are welcome while we enjoy the lake and forest scenery.