This is your chance to meet a live snake. Join the park interpreter to learn more about the park's most misunderstood creatures and why they call this place home.

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…

Splashes of red, orange, yellow, and green cover the Ouachita mountainsides in the fall. Enjoy them from our covered tour boat on a cool, crisp day! Seating is limited, so make sure to make…

Join a park interpreter to enjoy the fall colors that Bull Shoals-White River State Park has to offer on a moderately strenuous hike on the Big Bluff Trail. This hike will take participants…

Although they might not always be visible, a variety of animals call Daisy State Park their home. Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to learn how to use animal signs to…

Join the park interpreter to learn about some of the local furbearing residents that call the park home. You will have the opportunity to feel the furs of various mammals as we discuss their…

The Arkansas chocolate tarantula is the only native tarantula species in the state. As Halloween approaches, sightings of these spiders could be on the rise as males of this species migrate! Join a…

Lake Dardanelle has an abundance of macroinvertebrates living in the water. Stop by the park interpreter’s Look & Learn Table at the visitor center to find out what some of our macroinvertebrates…

Join a park interpreter for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar…

Discover the fascinating world of White River pearling as the residents of Jacksonport experienced it at the turn of the 20th century. See the equipment used by divers and learn about the multitude of…

How much do you know about the butterflies of Mount Magazine State Park? Play a fun interactive game that familiarizes you with our friends that flutter! This program will be best enjoyed by ages…

Humans wear camouflage to blend in while hunting, and sometimes just for style. But, animals have to use camouflage to survive in the wild. Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation…

Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…

Join Village Creek State Park and the Cross County Chamber of Commerce for Trick or Treat at Village Creek State Park. Local businesses will sponsor each campsite, providing decorations and candy for…

Perseverance of life at Mount Magazine State Park should be music to your ears! Let a park interpreter share some original ukulele songs on the way up to Arkansas' highpoint that highlight…

You've probably seen one squashed on the side of the road, and you might have even driven through the town of Possum Grape, but how much do you really know about these elusive creatures? Join a park…

Come to Cane Creek State Park for an event so fun it's scary! A night of fun awaits as you trick-or-treat in the campground! There will be parking for the event at the boat ramp and a walk up through…

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited. Reservations are required and can be made…

Petit Jean State Park is located on mountain of legends, and it is our delight to share them with you. Gather around the campfire with a park interpreter to take in the evening ambience and a little…

Come join us for a “spooktacular” time at White Oak Lake State Park! Festivities include trick-or-treating from 6-8pm for children 12 and under and a haunted hike at 7 p.m. for those who would like to…