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Scenic Lake Tour
Thursday, June 05, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
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Sunset Cruise
Thursday, June 05, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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 can be made beginning…
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Sunset Cruise
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, geology, and experience one of Lake Ouachita State Park's famous sunsets. Seating is limited; registration is…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Tour
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
All aboard to experience a magical Delta sunset from the water! Along the way, discover what makes Lake Chicot unique and important to the state of Arkansas. Space is limited to 10 participants and…
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Sunset Cruise
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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 can be made beginning…
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Fishing 101 Workshop
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
It’s Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend and no
permits are required. Both kids and adults are welcome to join our park interpreters
and spend the morning fishing along the banks of Beaver Lake in this…
Heart Healthy
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Victorian Watercolor Painting
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join park staff to learn how American Victorians
used watercolor painting to brighten up their homes. Participants will learn the basics of
watercolor painting and leave with their own artwork. The…
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Introduction to Dutch Oven Cooking Workshop
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the world of cooking in Dutch ovens. Participants will prepare a simple stew and bread and learn how to use and care for Dutch ovens.…
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Historic Angling Workshop
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
People have been fishing at Lake Chicot for hundreds of years. Join a park interpreter to learn about the different methods used throughout time for recreation and survival. Then test your skills by…
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Scenic Lake Tour
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
Read more
Sunset Cruise
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, geology, and experience one of Lake Ouachita State Park's famous sunsets. Seating is limited; registration is…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Tour
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
All aboard to experience a magical Delta sunset from the water! Along the way, discover what makes Lake Chicot unique and important to the state of Arkansas. Space is limited to 10 participants and…
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Sunset Cruise
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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 can be made beginning…
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Morning Lake Tour
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! Bring a warm drink as a park interpreter will serve as your guide while you admire the scenery, wildlife, and stories of Lake Ouachita.…
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Lake Cruise
Monday, June 09, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley…
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Morning Breeze Cruise
Monday, June 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Beat the heat on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake…
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Snorkeling Adventure
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Sign up early for this water adventure! We'll boat out to the main river channel or even an island and snorkel along the shoreline in search of fish, rocks, plants, and more! Masks, fins, and snorkels…
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Scenic Lake Tour
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
Read more
Sunset Cruise
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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 can be made beginning…
Read more