Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture you find here today. Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to play a game that will take you on a journey through the…

Join a park interpreter and enjoy the beautiful view of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources…

Meet at the amphitheater to enjoy a scrumptious cobbler cooked in a Dutch oven. Learn the basics of cast iron cooking and how to season and care for a Dutch oven. Bring a cool beverage and your…

Únase a park interpreter en el Bear Cave Trailhead para un interesante paseo entre las rocas gigantes de arenisca y los cañones de ranura de la zona de Bear Cave. Esta es una caminata relativamente…

Have you ever wanted to cook in a cast iron Dutch oven? Here’s your chance. This evening you can help a park interpreter prepare and cook a couple of tasty treats for you to try. We will cover the…

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…

Join a park interpreter for a late-night viewing of some of the "creepy crawlies" that call our park home! Bring water, insect repellent, and a flash light!

Mountain biking has a rich history, with its early roots dating back to the late 19th century in Ft Missoula, Montana, and evolving into a thriving contemporary scene. Join Assistant Superintendent…

Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made beginning noon…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the historic CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You…

Look at some mysterious objects found in the forest around Hobbs, see if you can identify them, then learn more about them. A 15-minute program begins every half hour. Come and go as you please.

Meet at the picnic tables by the search area and learn about colorful rocks and minerals found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in this program for kids of all ages! 

Which bird eats what? Join a park interpreter for a fun activity while discovering how different birds use their special adaptations to eat certain foods.

Lake Dardanelle State Park is home to variety of wildlife, but do you ever wonder just what there is out there in the river? Are there snakes, is that a snapping turtle? Join a park interpreter in the…

Lake Fort Smith is a life source that has transformed over the years. Each transformation brought life and challenges to the wildlife and people of the area. Join a park interpreter to…

Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter at the Lake Center to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while…

Lake Dardanelle State Park has a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the Dardanelle area playground to race through this life-sized…

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…

Discover what glows in the dark on Crowley’s Ridge. Join a park interpreter to learn about the types of night lights nature has to offer. This hike will only be a short section of the trail.…