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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Pine Cone Bird Feeders
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Let's make an eco-friendly pine cone bird feeder! Meet a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater to create one while learning about bird migration and the Mississippi flyway. Supplies are…
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Rock House Cave Hike
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This…
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Huckleberry Nature Hike
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 3.5-mile guided hike around Lake Bennett to become more acquainted with the native flora and fauna seen in the park. This is a moderate hike and is expected to last…
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Tarantulas of Arkansas
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
What’s creeping around the forest floor? As the leaves and air temperature begin to fall, tarantulas begin to show themselves in Arkansas. Join a park interpreter to discover the life of a tarantula…
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Cotton Ginning Demonstration
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
How many of us have heard of the cotton gin? You might even know the name of the man credited with inventing the machine. But do you actually know what a cotton gin does and how it works? Join…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Nature Bingo
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
It’s easy to overlook the wonders around us when we’re focused on the trail ahead. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail paired with a fun game of Nature Bingo that will…
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Fall Colors Hike
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the fall colors on the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail! Hike with a park interpreter and learn what kind of trees are along the trail on this moderate 0.8-mile hike. The meeting spot is at Lake Sylvia…
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Fall Foliage Hike on the Rocky Valley Trail
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike on the Rocky Valley Trail to explore and admire the fall foliage! The hike will emphasize both the science of leaf color change and the ecological importance…
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Great Arkansas Cleanup at White Oak Lake
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
We invite you to join park staff as we do our part to keep Arkansas beautiful. This year we will be focusing on trash removal in the campground and day use area following our Halloween event. The…
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Art in the Park
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the swim beach to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Bear Cave Hike
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole…
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Communit-trees Hike
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…
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Drawn to Nature (Nature Journals)
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do you like to draw animals, what about plants? Try to draw the flora and fauna found
at Pinnacle Mountain State Park based on clues given by our park interpreter. All materials included. Suggested…
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Safety Sense
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
With the right knowledge, you can be prepared for anything! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to identify poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any outdoor adventure.
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Hoo-dunnit?
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Pinnacle Mountain is home to a variety of bird species, including several elusive owls! Join a park interpreter to learn more about the lifestyles and habits of our owls here at the park! Celebrate…
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Bear Necessities
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in…
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Meet a Tree
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter for a short walk around the amphitheater to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around…
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Learning Leaves
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Learn the many kinds of trees at Lake Sylvia by looking at their leaves. Create a fun leaf printing craft!
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