Gather the essential skills to start a fire safely and effectively at Lake Catherine State Park. Whether you're a novice or looking to refine your techniques, this hands-on program will guide you…

Join a park interpreter at the trailhead to hike the Dam Mountain Trail to explore how fire, often misunderstood as purely destructive, plays a vital role in shaping the Ouachita Forest. You’ll…

What secrets hide in the Ouachita Mountains? On this storytelling hike, we’ll explore local legends, from mysterious lights to tales of early settlers and native traditions. Whether you enjoy ghost…

Woodpeckers scatter the forest here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the amphitheater to learn more about these birds and go on a search for a few. We will walk 1/2-mile…

The difference between a great experience and a sour experience at Lake Catherine State Park may rely on your knowledge of knots and navigating the park. Join Park Interpreter Carrie to discover how…

Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine so special. Park Interpreters present programs every half-hour that last about 15 minutes each. Programs begin at 1 p.m.…

Spring is nature’s grand awakening! As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, the forests and meadows of Lake Catherine State Park burst into color with vibrant wildflowers and budding trees.…

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing paddle across the sparkling waters of Lake Catherine as we make our way to the park’s stunning waterfall. Along the way, we’ll take time to explore the sights…

Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine so special. Park Interpreters present programs every half-hour that last about 15 minutes each. Programs begin at 1 p.m.…

What secrets hide in the Ouachita Mountains? On this storytelling hike, we’ll explore local legends, from mysterious lights to tales of early settlers and native traditions. Whether you enjoy ghost…

Join a park interpreter at the back of the visitor center to learn how to tie some of the essential knots of fishing. This is an excellent program for beginner anglers. The program will last about 30…

Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine so special. Park Interpreters present programs every half-hour that last about 15 minutes each. Programs begin at 1 p.m.…

Experience Lake Catherine State Park in a new way! Join a park interpreter for Paddle and Play at the Falls, a scenic 3-mile kayaking excursion perfect for paddlers of all skill levels. Over the…

Paddle into the golden hour with us! Join a park interpreter for a peaceful evening kayak tour and experience Lake Catherine like never before. As we glide across the calm waters, we’ll explore the…

Experience Lake Catherine in a whole new light—moonlight! Join our park interpreters for a magical evening paddle under the stars. As we kayak across the calm, moonlit waters, you’ll enjoy the quiet…

Lace up your hiking boots and join a park interpreter for a scenic walk to the stunning Fall Creek Falls, one of Lake Catherine’s most beloved spots. Along the way, you’ll uncover fascinating stories…

Ready to try something new and exciting? Join a park interpreter for a fun and beginner-friendly stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) session on the calm, clear waters of Lake Catherine. You'll get a quick…

Paddle into the golden hour with us! Join a park interpreter for a peaceful evening kayak tour and experience Lake Catherine like never before. As we glide across the calm waters, we’ll explore the…

Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine so special. Park Interpreters present programs every half-hour that last about 15 minutes each. Programs begin at 1 p.m.…

What secrets hide in the Ouachita Mountains? On this storytelling hike, we’ll explore local legends, from mysterious lights to tales of early settlers and native traditions. Whether you enjoy ghost…