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Finding Woody
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to discover the many woodpeckers that make Petit Jean State Park their home. The program will include a short walk by Lake
Bailey for a chance to see a few. Bring…
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Woodland Wandering
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for a woodland wandering along the Boy Scout Trail. We will hike along the Boy Scout Trail across the Wild Hog Crossing and explore the…
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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, December 27, 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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First Day Hikes - Cedar Falls First Day Challenge
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Begin 2026 with adventure! Hike with a park interpreter down the Cedar Falls Trail to one of Arkansas’ most iconic waterfalls. This strenuous hike covers steep terrain, but the reward is worth it: the…
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First Day Hikes - Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll - A New Year's View
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Looking for a gentle but meaningful way to celebrate the first day of the year? Join a park interpreter for a short, easy stroll to the Cedar Falls Overlook. Along the way, we’ll reflect on the…
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First Day Hikes - Windows to the Past
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Step back in time on the Rock House Cave Trail, where ancient markings tell stories of people long ago. Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave parking area for this guided 45-minute guided…
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First Day Hikes - Family Discovery Trek
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Kick off the year with curiosity and adventure! This family-friendly hike invites explorers of all ages to discover the natural wonders of Petit Jean State Park—trees, tracks, and tales hidden along…
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Winter Workshop Series: Hiking 101 - Winter Edition
Saturday, January 10, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join park staff for a special hiking 101 course.
This course will include a hike along the park's Boy Scout Trail. While we won’t complete the full trail, we will hike about 7 miles of it. This is a…
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