Join us at Lake Ouachita State Park for our annual Christmas Bird Count on Friday, December 19, 2025. This event will include a morning bird count within our official count circle, followed by an…

How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Meet a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!

Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a…

Discover holiday traditions of the past while creating simple, historically inspired ornaments. We’ll work with rustic materials and scents of the season to make decorations that are charming and will…

With all the hustle & bustle around Christmas, we can’t forget about our feathered & furred friends. Meet in the Queen's Restaurant to make critter-friendly ornaments to hang on a tree…

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…

What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…

Whether you’re fishing or camping, or just securing gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to learn the ropes, literally! Spend an hour…

With all the hustle & bustle around Christmas, we can’t forget about our feathered & furred friends. Now that the suet ornaments are ready to be hung, take a few minutes to decorate the…

Stamp salt dough ornaments with critter tracks or your handprint, or use various tools to make a cool pattern! Learn how early settlers decorated for the holidays and leave with an ornament that…

Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple…

Now that your ornaments have baked & cooled, come back to add paint, ribbon, glitter, & your unique personality to the decoration you made the previous day.

It’s easy to overlook the wonders around us when we’re focused on the trail ahead. Meet a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail paired with a special edition of Christmas Nature…

Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for bald eagles. Join us for an eagle watch tour on Lake Ouachita to look for these majestic birds in their natural environment. Dress warmly and bring…

Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for bald eagles. Join us for an eagle watch tour on Lake Ouachita to look for these majestic birds in their natural environment. Dress warmly and bring…

Meet in the Hearth Room to turn your pinecone into an owl ornament with the help of a park interpreter. We’ll provide all the supplies you need to craft a whimsical owl, perfect for decorating your…

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…

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…

Join hikers in all 50 states by kicking off your new year with a hike at Queen Wilhelmina State Park! Take a meandering stroll with a park interpreter on the Spring Trail to celebrate the new…

Kick off the new year alongside hikers in all 50 states with a First Day Hike at Queen Wilhelmina State Park. Join a park interpreter for a relaxed 1.5-mile stroll along the Lover’s Leap Trail.…