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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Monday, June 16, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
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…
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Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Monday, June 16, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter 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, and admire the beauty of Cedar…
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Rock House Cave Hike
Monday, June 16, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.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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Sunset Stroll
Monday, June 16, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car.
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Birding 101
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you…
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Cedar Creek Trail Adventure
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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 to discover some of the trees…
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Colors of Nature Walk
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an easy stroll by the lake to search for different colors found in nature. This program is a fun scavenger hunt for kids or peaceful walk for adults.
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Cedar Falls Trail Hike
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
To know Petit Jean State Park, you must know Cedar Falls. Meet a park interpreter to hike down to the foot of Arkansas’ most iconic waterfall! The Cedar Falls Hike is 2-miles round…
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Bear Cave Hike
Thursday, June 19, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.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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Night Hike on the Seven Hollows Trail
Thursday, June 19, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a special night-hiking experience along a short section of the Seven Hollows Trail. Please bring along a flashlight, water, and wear sturdy shoes.
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Bear Cave Hike
Friday, June 20, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.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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Sunset Stroll
Friday, June 20, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car.
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Birding 101
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you…
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Expedition Petit Jean
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the breezeway at Mather Lodge for Expedition Petit Jean, a
2-hour hiking program focused on planning your perfect park adventure with your
abilities, experience, and the…
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Hike Along the Rim Trail
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to set off on a section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail known as the Rim Trail. The walk offers scenic views of Cedar Creek’s lower canyon, as well as woodland…
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Colors of Nature Walk
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for an easy stroll by the lake to search for different colors found in nature. This program is a fun scavenger hunt for kids or peaceful walk for adults.
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Rock House Cave Hike
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.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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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.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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