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.

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!

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…

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 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…

Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn about the unique traits of waterfowl and their habitats at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Discover how conservation…

Join a park interpreter and discover the unique network of trails here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Plan your path to adventure as we delve into the different routes, features and terrain you can…

At Village Creek State Park, water is powerful. Join a park interpreter to learn some of the many ways water has the power to shape the park we see today, all while creating a watercolor painting that…

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…

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…

Paint the winter landscape of the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Windswept fields lying dormant awaiting the bloom of spring, rustling prairie grasses that whisper gently in the wind and flocks of birds that…

Learn some of the methods and techniques used by archeologists and what can be learned through this fascinating science. Park staff will share some of the newest research and findings here at Parkin…

Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns, all Arkansas State Parks programs and events are cancelled this weekend. Take a step back in time as you join a park interpreter…

Learn essential knots every camper should know in this hands-on program led by a park interpreter. From securing tents and tarps to tying safe lanyards and lashings, you’ll practice simple, useful…

Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns, all Arkansas State Parks programs and events are cancelled this weekend. Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs…

What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…

Village Creek State Park’s natural beauty sets the stage for us to enjoy the perfect camping combo: stories and s'mores! Join a park interpreter to build a campfire and enjoy a s'more while hearing…

What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…

Many meat-eating birds like owls have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version of…

Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version…