Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…

Join Park Superintendent Nathan Fort on a 3/4-mile guided hike along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about our tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree…

For this day of service, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up…

Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! Bring a warm drink as a park interpreter will serve as your guide while you admire the scenery, wildlife, and stories of Lake Ouachita.…

Are you inquisitive and brave? If so, try to stomach this fascinating, hands-on activity. We’ll search for clues to solve the mystery of an owl’s last supper by dissecting an owl pellet. All…

Arkansas was historically known as "The Bear State" for its plentiful population of black bears. Join a park interpreter to hear about the history of black bears in the state and why they are so…

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake before beating the heat and taking a dip in its refreshing water! We will cruise the lake for the first half of the tour taking in the beautiful…

Join a park interpreter at the Exploration Station in Camp Area A to learn about the local animals that call Lake Ouachita State Park home. Park interpreters will have pelts, skulls, and tracks and…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Here is your chance to get outdoors and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park. Meet at the visitor center and then we will caravan in your personal vehicles a short way to the Lick Creek…

Discover the uniqueness of Arkansas, whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through. Immerse yourself in the rich geology, history, and culture that connect us all. Experience what makes…

Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!

What is the Wonder House? It’s not only a place, but also an experience. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the Wonder House takes us back in time almost 100 years.…

Meet a park superintendent at the pavilion area to enjoy a scrumptious soup cooked in a Dutch oven. Learn the basics of cast iron cooking and how to season and care for them. Bring a cool or…

What tiny fish and other 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…

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…

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…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!