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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Woodland Wander
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1–3 miles; please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and don't forget your insect…
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B.A.R.K. Ranger
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…
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Bluffside Beauty: Exploring the Bluffs of Devil’s Racetrack
Sunday, December 28, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the bluffline of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy shoes…
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Twilight Wildlife Watch
Sunday, December 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Embark on a leisurely hike along the Lake Trail to observe the evening activities of local wildlife. As the sun sets, keep an eye out for critters! A park interpreter will share insights into the…
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Eagle Watch Tour
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for wintering bald eagles. Each year, juvenile and mature birds can be seen among the trees along the shoreline or flying high above the lake. Join us for…
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Campfire Release
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Step into the warmth of change with Devil's Den State Park Campfire Release: A transformative New Year's Eve experience designed to help you bid farewell to the burdens of 2025. Join a park…
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First Day Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Step off on the right foot this year at Lake Ouachita State Park for our First Day Hikes! Lake Ouachita State Park and the Ouachita Mountain Hikers will host this year's event at the Caddo Bend…
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First Day Hike: Yellow Rock Overlook Trek
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore the Yellow Rock area on the first day of the year and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. #FirstDayHikes
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New Year’s Day Nature Walk
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy 1/2-mile Lake Trail. #FirstDayHikes
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Campfire Renewal
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Step into the warmth of change with Devil's Den State Park Campfire Renewal: A transformative New Year Day experience designed to help you craft a vision for the upcoming year. Join a park interpreter…
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Winter Wildlife Watch
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1-mile hike along the Lake Trail as we explore the winter habits of local wildlife. Learn to spot animal tracks, identify birds, and discover how creatures…
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Edge Habitats along the Monument Trail
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Do you know what an edge habitat is? Find out we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail!
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Bluffside Beauty: Exploring the Bluffs of Devil’s Racetrack
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5 mile hike along the bluff line of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy shoes…
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Bird Bingo
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Let’s play a fun game of bird bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the different birds found at Devil’s Den State Park and around the United States.
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Life and Legends of the Rabbit
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Did you know there are rabbits that live in the sky? Discover how the cottontail rabbit survives every day on the ground here at Devil’s Den State Park. Then listen to stories of rabbits living…
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Wildside Hike on the Monument Trail
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Explore the natural wonders of the southern end of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail on a 1-mile journey through forest and stone. This is a moderate hike. Don’t forget your sturdy footwear and…
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Club 52 Vision Board Workshop: Map Your Year of Adventure
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Get creative and plan your year of Arkansas State Park adventures at this hands-on vision board workshop! For $25 per participant, all materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any…
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Woodland Wander
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1-3 miles, please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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