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.
Saturday, April 01, 2023
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Nature lovers, do you want to build your confidence and competence in identifying gathering wild edible and medicinal plants? Join a park interpreter and Rose Marie of the Central Arkansas Herbalist…
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Saturday, April 08, 2023
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
According to Hal Borland, “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” Wildlife is stirring. Flowers are emerging. Rivers are flowing with spring rains. Enjoy a guided tour of the Little…
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Sunday, April 09, 2023
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The natural world is splashing with color, if we just take time to pay attention. Meet a park interpreter for a stroll along the western base of Pinnacle Mountain and along the shore of the Little…
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Sunday, April 09, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we traverse middle mountain on one of our most popular trails, Coachwhip. This three-mile loop is easy in difficulty and popular for all ages. Experience beautiful scenery,…
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Sunday, April 16, 2023
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Introduce yourself to the beautiful world of solo kayaking. A certified guide will instruct you on all the skills needed to safely navigate the Big Maumelle River. Instruction includes choosing and…
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Saturday, April 22, 2023
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Help us make a positive impact for Earth Day and the Great American Cleanup. Check in with our interpretive staff and commit at least 30 minutes to help beautify our park. You'll be assigned a task…
Sunday, April 23, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Have you ever been hiking in a park and seen a pretty rock and wanted to take it? Or a beautiful flower and wanted to pick it? Join Park Interpreter Sam to enjoy a wonderful stroll along the base…
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Friday, April 28, 2023
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join park interpreters at Pinnacle Mountain State Park to celebrate Arbor day! Expect a fun time of tree planting and special programs.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
/ 2 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Discover astronomy with members of the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society. Clouds permitting, the evening's telescopic sights typically will include several planets, the moon, and other celestial…
Saturday, May 20, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wetlands are an incredibly important part of our world because they provide food and shelter to many animals. These special areas protect landscapes and even our homes from erosion. In this themed…
Sunday, May 21, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Wetlands are an incredibly important part of our world because they provide food and shelter to many animals. These special areas protect landscapes and even our homes from erosion. In this themed…
Saturday, May 27, 2023
/ 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Discover astronomy with members of the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society. Clouds permitting, the evening's telescopic sights typically will include several planets, the moon, and other celestial…
Saturday, May 27, 2023
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Experience the beauty of spring on this guided 4-mile float down the Little Maumelle River. No prior paddling experience is required, but you should be comfortable around water. Wear warm clothes and…
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Thursday, June 01, 2023
/ 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Our pond is stocked with hungry catfish just waiting for your young angler to wet a hook. Come out to enjoy a morning of fishing with our interpretive staff. Prizes, games, and lots of fish! This…
Saturday, June 24, 2023
/ 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Discover astronomy with members of the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society. Clouds permitting, the evening's telescopic sights typically will include several planets, the moon, and other celestial…
Tuesday, July 04, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate and cool off this 4th of July at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Join park interpreters for a day full of old-fashioned games for the whole family. There will be volleyball, sprinkler…
Tuesday, July 04, 2023
/ 5 a.m. - 7 a.m.
Join a park interpreter on a guided sunrise hike up to the summit of Pinnacle Mountain on the 4th of July. Bring a headlamp or other flashlight and plenty of water, because the hike starts at 5…
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Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Sunday, July 23, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Did you know that
95% of all living creatures on earth are insects! Spend the weekend with park interpreters learning about the different types of insects in the park and you even have a chance…
Saturday, July 29, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Attention all "bird brains": This weekend was made for you! Join park interpreters for bird watching hikes, bird trivia, raptor visits, and plenty of feathers will fly throughout the weekend. Join…
Sunday, July 30, 2023
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Attention all "bird brains": This weekend was made for you! Join park interpreters for bird watching hikes, bird trivia, raptor visits, and plenty of feathers will fly throughout the weekend. Join…