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Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Historic Men and Women of the Mountain
Saturday, March 21, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the important men and women that helped shape the mountain into what it is today!
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The Great Arkansas Camper Quiz
Sunday, March 22, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Test your outdoor knowledge in this interactive camping quiz set at Mount Nebo State Park. Through fun questions, clues, and real-life examples, you’ll practice spotting common plants and recognizing…
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Mountain Biking 101
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Discover the thrill of mountain biking at Mount Nebo State Park while learning essential skills, trail etiquette and safety techniques. This program is for beginners. (Bikes not required)
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Hike and Seek Hike
Sunday, March 29, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
For many animals at Mount Nebo State Park, a game of hide and seek can be the difference between life and death! Hike with a park interpreter along the Three C’s Trail to put your seeking skills to…
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Endangered Arkansas
Sunday, March 29, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
We invite you to come along with a park interpreter to explore endangered species in Arkansas and the roles they play in our ecosystems. In many instances, by helping protect these species, we are…
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B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Sunday, March 29, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join the park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this PAWsome guided hike along the Rim Trail. Then, stick around to get your fur-baby certified…
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Dendrochronology Mysteries
Saturday, April 04, 2026
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Trees can reveal mysteries of the past. Put your detective skills to the test and learn how to decode the ancient secrets of trees with a park interpreter.
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I Ate a Bug
Saturday, April 04, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
In other parts of the world, eating insects is considered a delicacy! Today, a park interpreter will test your notion of who really eats bugs and who doesn’t. Are you brave enough to join the “I Ate a…
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Historic Mount Nebo Men and Women
Sunday, April 05, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the important men and women that helped shape the mountain into what it is today!
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The Stink about Skunks
Sunday, April 05, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to discover the surprising side of skunks at Mount Nebo State Park. Although skunks are known for their unattractive smell, they have many attractive qualities that make them…
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Painting Mount Nebo
Saturday, April 11, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
For centuries, people have come to Mount Nebo seeking meaning, healing, refuge and inspiration. Join a park interpreter to learn about it while making a watercolor painting to take home.
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Hike to Lovers Leap
Sunday, April 12, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Spend the afternoon hiking to Lover’s Leap at Mount Nebo State Park. Take in breathtaking views while learning about the local legend that gave this iconic bluff its name. Please wear sturdy shoes and…
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A Tale of Tails
Sunday, April 12, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Squirrels and opossums and lizards, oh my! The animals of Mount Nebo State Park have all different kinds of tails, and they use them for a variety of reasons. Join a park interpreter to learn how the…
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Chinquapin Chat
Sunday, April 12, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the rich and amazing history of a tree that was thought to be extinct! This program includes its rediscover, restoration and everything in-between.
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Monumental Legacy
Saturday, April 18, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the monument trails that Mount Nebo State Park has to offer! Discover how they got their name to their difficulty and everything in between!
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Fire in the Forest
Saturday, April 18, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter as we explore prescribed burns and their role in forest management. While fire is often seen as destructive, it is an important and beneficial tool that helps maintain healthy…
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Crafty Cats
Saturday, April 18, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn more about the secretive world of bobcats—one of our most elusive predators. Though rarely seen, bobcats play a vital role in the ecosystem.
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Poisonous Plants and Animals
Sunday, April 19, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Some plants and animals may seem scary because they’re poisonous, venomous, or just unusual—but they’ve developed these traits for a reason! Join us to find out why they have them and how you can stay…
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Frogspotting Hike
Sunday, April 19, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Frogs and toads are masters of hide-and-seek thanks to their camouflage, small size and shy behavior. Join a park interpreter on a hike to Fern Lake to discover the real trick to finding them. It’s…
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Migration Challenge
Sunday, April 26, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Bring the whole family and take part in the incredible journey of migratory birds at Mount Nebo State Park! In this interactive game players of all ages will experience the challenges birds face as…
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