Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Are you looking for fun activities during your visit to an Arkansas State Park? Our park interpreters routinely schedule fun, family-friendly programs that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 50,000 activities each year, including guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding adventures, kayak tours, living history demonstrations, nature games, historic site tours, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, outdoor skills workshops, A.D.E.-accredited teacher professional development, and much more — there’s something going on all the time.
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The dates, details, and admission prices in this calendar of events were submitted to the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and are accurate to the best of our knowledge. We recommend that you check with local sponsors before making a trip to any event.
Thursday, March 28, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for this brief guided hike on the Towering Pines Trail. Let's see what we can discover as we enjoy views of the lake, look for animal tracks, listen for birds, and more!
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Thursday, March 28, 2024
/ 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on activity and see…
Thursday, March 28, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 3 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 noon the day…
Thursday, March 28, 2024
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
For many, the very word just makes their skin crawl. For
others, snakes are wild wonders of the reptile world. Regardless of which camp
you gravitate towards, chances are good that you might…
Thursday, March 28, 2024
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
A park interpreter will guide you through this hands-on experience where you’ll learn about nature and create something you can take home. Materials are provided.
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
This
year marks a rare simultaneous emergence of two periodical cicada broods across
the eastern United States. The last time this occurred was over 200 years ago!
Why do cicadas only emerge…
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Imagine you are lost and stranded in the wilderness without food or gear. What will it take to survive? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of survival while making your own survival keychain…
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Many insects “sing” at night, but did you know
that most of the park's nighttime noise comes from frogs? Can you communicate
with them? Hop on by to find out more about our local frogs and learn fun…
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 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 noon the…
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
"Who" likes owls? If you do, meet a park interpreter tonight to discover the owls living in DeGray Lake Resort State Park. Then, we’ll take a walk into the woods to call some up and listen for an…
Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
No previous paddling experience is necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a
kayak,
paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for
this…
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Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache!…
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Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 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 noon the…
Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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…
Sunday, March 31, 2024
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
For many, the very word just makes their skin crawl. For
others, snakes are wild wonders of the reptile world. Regardless of which camp
you gravitate towards, chances are good that you might…
Sunday, March 31, 2024
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 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 noon the…
Sunday, March 31, 2024
/ 8:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
What
creatures can be found lurking around DeGray Lake Resort State Park at night? Join a park interpreter to
find out! After diving into the world of creepy crawlies, we will embark on a
journey to…
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Monday, April 01, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Here’s your chance to make a bandana that you can keep and wear! Turn a plain, boring bandana into a fun, park-themed one in no time! Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served…
Monday, April 01, 2024
/ 6:45 p.m. - 7:45 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 noon the…
Tuesday, April 02, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Feel free to bring binoculars if you have some; this is a great trail for lake views.
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