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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Legacy of Mather Lodge
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’ most treasured landmarks.
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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar…
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Snakes of Woolly Hollow State Park
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Many people have strong feelings towards snakes, but what do snakes think of us? Join a park interpreter to learn more about the snakes at Woolly Hollow State Park and how they perceive the world…
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Trills and Thrills: Cicada Hike
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
We aren’t the only returning visitors to Petit Jean State Park! Join a park interpreter at Pavilion A to discover who is chirping and buzzing in the treetops: our annual and periodical cicadas!…
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Watch Your Step!
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Soil, grass, ants, dwarf toads; there is a lot to discover right under your feet! Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry Nature trailhead (trailhead nearest to campsites, on the left) to…
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Birding 101
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center…
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Mammal Animals of Petit Jean
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
What does the fur of a black bear feel like?
Meet a park interpreter in the historic CCC Room at Mather Lodge to
discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park.
You…
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Lake Bennett Kayak Tour
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Explore what makes Lake Bennett unique with the park interpreter! During this kayak tour we will paddle to various areas of interest around the lake and stop for discussion at a few iconic spots. No…
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Huckleberry Nature Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 3.5-mile guided hike around Lake Bennett to become more acquainted with the native flora and fauna seen in the park. This is a moderate hike and is expected to last…
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Finding Woody
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to discover the many woodpeckers that make Petit Jean State Park their home. The program will include a short walk by Lake
Bailey for a chance to see a few. Bring…
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Flat Hat Chat: Monument Trails
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter next to our new visitor center at the Lichen Link trailhead and discover the unique network of trails here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Plan your path to adventure as we…
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Rock House Cave Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This…
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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…
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…
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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole…
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Green Anoles Are Forever Fabulous
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Green anoles are fabulous looking lizards. Join a park interpreter to get a closer look into the remarkable lifestyles of these native reptiles and the stupendous components that makes these lizards…
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Ruby-Throated Wonders
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn more about these miraculous migratory birds and how you can welcome them in your own yards!
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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…
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Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike down a small section of the Boy Scout Trail. This hike will lead us up along the canyon for a spectacular view of the Cedar Creek canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy…
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Journey to Germination
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Lake Center to discover what a seed must overcome in its journey to germination, as well as the different methods of seed dispersal. This program includes a…
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