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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, August 16, 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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Geocaching 101
Saturday, August 16, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Interested in geocaching, but don't know where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics and start your cache hunt!
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Leave No Trace: Geocaching
Saturday, August 16, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace provide an easily understood framework of minimum impact practices for anyone visiting the outdoors. Join a park interpreter to learn about these principles…
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Saturday, August 16, 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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Petit Jean Softball
Saturday, August 16, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit Jean style. We have some softball equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.
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Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Saturday, August 16, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants, and admire the beauty of Cedar…
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Birding 101
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you…
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Summer Serenade: The Frogs of Lake Bailey
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs! Meet a park interpreter to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade.
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Geocaching 101
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Interested in geocaching, but don't know where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics and start your cache hunt!
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Tracking Wildlife
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Learn how to trace animals at Lake Sylvia with a park interpreter. Play a fun game to win a prize!
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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Sunday, August 17, 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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What's in a Cache?
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about different types of caches you might encounter while geocaching and how you can contribute to the cache once found!
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Sunday, August 17, 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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Legacy of Mather Lodge
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.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 Creek Rock Creep
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
From carpet rocks to iron formations along a beautiful creek, Cedar Creek Trail is one of the most fascinating areas of Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter to discover some of the trees…
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Night Sky Fishing
Sunday, August 17, 2025
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Curious about what kinds of insects call Petit Jean Mountain home? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about moths, beetles, and other interesting insects. We will use a unique method…
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Mammal Animals of Petit Jean
Monday, August 18, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 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.
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Night Hike at the Reservoir
Monday, August 18, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home.…
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Gold Creek Hike
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Gold Creek trailhead for a 1/5th-mile hike to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live in Woolly Hollow State Park. Wear…
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