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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
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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Bluffside Beauty: Exploring the Bluffs of Devil’s Racetrack
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5 mile hike along the bluff line 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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Bird Bingo
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Let’s play a fun game of bird bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the different birds found at Devil’s Den State Park and around the United States.
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Life and Legends of the Rabbit
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Did you know there are rabbits that live in the sky? Discover how the cottontail rabbit survives every day on the ground here at Devil’s Den State Park. Then listen to stories of rabbits living…
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Wildside Hike on the Monument Trail
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Explore the natural wonders of the southern end of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail on a 1-mile journey through forest and stone. This is a moderate hike. Don’t forget your sturdy footwear and…
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Club 52 Vision Board Workshop: Map Your Year of Adventure
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Get creative and plan your year of Arkansas State Park adventures at this hands-on vision board workshop! For $25 per participant, all materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any…
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Woodland Wander
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.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 and bring water.
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One Fish, Two Fish
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Learn how the fish survive here at Devil's Den State Park and make your own 3D paper fish!
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Camouflaged Critters
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Learn about the different types of camouflaged that our critters can use.
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Discovery on the Lake Trail
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy Lake Trail.
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Sensory Grab Bag
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!
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Hiking through the Legacy of the CCC
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to walk in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps, where hard work and craftsmanship created a park that is seamless with the landscape. This is an easy…
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