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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Holiday Open House
Saturday, December 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Celebrate the season like it’s 1933! Sip hot chocolate, enjoy cookies, and discover holiday traditions from the decade when Devil’s Den State Park was built. Test your knowledge with 1930s trivia and…
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Solstice Sweets: Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Celebrate the winter solstice with some yummy Dutch oven baked apples, paired with rich stories of the Ozarks and the history of Dutch oven cooking. Simple, sweet, and steeped in heritage, it’s the…
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Solstice Nature Journal
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Create a Winter Solstice themed nature journal to capture all that you discover during the shortest day and longest night of the year.
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Solstice Lantern Craft
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Celebrate the winter solstice by creating your own handmade lantern. Join a park interpreter for a simple, cozy craft that brings a little extra light to the darkest night of the year. All supplies…
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Solstice Lantern Stroll
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Embrace the Winter Solstice’s enchanting embrace as we come together for a lantern walk, illuminating the longest night with the warm glow of lanterns. Join a park interpreter in celebrating the…
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Monument Trails: Plate to Paths
Friday, December 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 2-mile hike along the Monument Trails as we enjoy the fresh air and winter scenery. Take a break from the holiday bustle, stretch your legs, and connect with…
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Last Sleigh: Ugly Sweater Hike
Friday, December 26, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a fun 2-mile hike to explore the Yellow Rock area and enjoy the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. We know you’re not quite ready to retire your holiday gear — bring out…
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Twilight Toasts
Friday, December 26, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Gather at the historic CCC-built Café Pavilion for a warm, relaxing evening by the fire. Enjoy hot chocolate and apple cider while connecting with friends, family, and nature. Take in the glow of the…
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Den Diaries and Morning Sips
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and a campfire as we explore the stories that shaped Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter in the quiet magic of an Ozark morning to hear about the…
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Woodland Wander
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1–3 miles; please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and don't forget your insect…
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B.A.R.K. Ranger
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…
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Bluffside Beauty: Exploring the Bluffs of Devil’s Racetrack
Sunday, December 28, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the bluffline of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy shoes…
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Twilight Wildlife Watch
Sunday, December 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Embark on a leisurely hike along the Lake Trail to observe the evening activities of local wildlife. As the sun sets, keep an eye out for critters! A park interpreter will share insights into the…
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Campfire Release
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Step into the warmth of change with Devil's Den State Park Campfire Release: A transformative New Year's Eve experience designed to help you bid farewell to the burdens of 2025. Join a park…
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First Day Hike: Yellow Rock Overlook Trek
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore the Yellow Rock area on the first day of the year and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. #FirstDayHikes
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New Year’s Day Nature Walk
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
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
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Campfire Renewal
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Step into the warmth of change with Devil's Den State Park Campfire Renewal: A transformative New Year Day experience designed to help you craft a vision for the upcoming year. Join a park interpreter…
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Winter Wildlife Watch
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
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…
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Edge Habitats along the Monument Trail
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Do you know what an edge habitat is? Find out we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail!
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