We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

Ladies, are you looking for someone to go hiking with? Join the Pinnacle Mountain Wild Women and a park interpreter for a hike on one of the Pinnacle Mountain State Park's gorgeous trails or a…

Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…

Join a park interpreter to learn about the beautiful fall leaf phenomenon: why leaves change color and fall to the ground. Then create a fun craft using recycled materials found at Lake Sylvia. The…

You've probably seen one squashed on the side of the road, and you might have even driven through the town of Possum Grape, but how much do you really know about these elusive creatures? Join a park…

The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join a park interpreter to learn about "stewardship" and…

Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about our silent hunters that come out when the sun goes down. We will talk about some of their unique features including looking at an owl pellet.…

Join a park interpreter for this relaxing look up at the autumn night sky. Try and spot some constellations, shooting stars, satellites, and more. Bring a flashlight, a chair if you'd like, and dress…

“Keep close to nature’s heart…and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” – John Muir  Ladies, renew your spirit with time…

We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

Join park staff to learn how to make your own beginner woodworking workbench. This type of workbench has been used for hundreds of years and is perfect for any project. This is a perfect beginner…

Homemade gifts used to be commonplace. We are bringing the tradition back. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Lakeview Room to create a handmade gift. Pre-registration is required by…

Interested in becoming an Arkansas State Parks Explorer? Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center to learn how to get started! The Explorer Program is intended for young people ages 6-14 (though…

Enjoy a back-to-basics cast iron Dutch oven cooking workshop by learning the history of the oven and how to take care of cast iron. After the basics, participants will prepare easy Dutch oven recipes…

Join NWA Wild Birds Unlimited Education Director Lauren Eno on a bird walk to discover some winter resident birds at Hobbs. This beginner-friendly bird walk will help birders of all levels practice…

Join a park interpreter to hike the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail. Enjoy the beautiful fall colors and discuss why this change occurs. This hike is 0.8-mile long, moderate with a slight incline, and will be…

Discover the fascinating world of White River pearling as the residents of Jacksonport experienced it at the turn of the 20th century. See the equipment used by divers and learn about the multitude of…

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

It’s one of the best seasons in the Ozarks with the comfortable weather and beautiful tree foliage, but what exactly is fall or autumn, and why does it occur? How do leaves change color? Learn all…

Cherokees who historically inhabited this area were heavily dependent on nature for their livelihood. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater as she explains the importance the wild turkey had to…