Join a park interpreter at the parking area next to Pavilion A for a one mile hike adventure among the Boy Scout Trail. Along the way we will explore the signs of spring and what makes Petit Jean…

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…

Spring is the perfect time to sharpen your outdoor skills. Come by the visitor center demonstration area to learn a new skill. Learn how to construct a tent, build a camp kitchen and tie essential…

Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wary wildlife and embark on a seasonal nature walk to put…

Celebrate spring and the great outdoors at our Great Escape Weekend! Enjoy free nature-related and family-oriented activities. The celebration concludes with an Easter egg scramble for about 2,000…

Lets go for a hike along the newly opened Owl Pass Trail starting from the visitor center. This 3-mile round trip walk is paved, and we will explore the birds and blooms of the park's slopes along the…

Join a park interpreter to learn about the important men and women that helped shape the mountain into what it is today!

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…

Discover the colorful symbols of spring at Arkansas’ first state park! Wildflower related talks, guided walks, and other programs are offered. These weekend programs are great for the whole…

Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls trailhead at historic Mather Lodge for a 2-mile trek to see Cedar Falls. This is a strenuous hike and we require that you bring water and wear sturdy shoes.…

Bring your binoculars and join a park interpreter at the breezeway of historic Mather Lodge. We are taking a short hike to the Cedar Falls Overlook, looking for spring wildflowers and bird species…

Get ready for a fun-filled wildlife trivia night! Join a park interpreter to answer questions about Lake Sylvia's most common animals. Test your knowledge to win a cool prize to remember your time at…

Discover the colorful symbols of spring at Arkansas’ first state park! Wildflower related talks, guided walks, and other programs are offered. These weekend programs are great for the whole…

Experience Petit Jean State Park in motion as spring brings new color and energy to the landscape. This guided cycling program explores how seasonal change shapes the park’s trails, views, and…

The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills) this program series is designed to give…

Tin punching is a traditional American metalworking technique that was used for everyday items. As tin was inexpensive and easy to work with, tin punching offered a cost-effective way for many…

Tin punching is a traditional American metalworking technique that was used for everyday items. As tin was inexpensive and easy to work with, tin punching offered a cost-effective way for many…

Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants…

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.

From carpet rocks to iron formations along a beautiful creek, Cedar Creek Trail is one of the most fascinating areas of Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Creek trailhead to…