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…

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…

Are you ready to discover the wild side of Cossatot River State Park? Stop by the Falls to investigate the diverse wildlife of the area with park interpreters! This is a come and go station.

Have you ever been told that juvenile snakes are more venomous than adult snakes? Or has your mother ever told you that you are blind as a bat? Join a park interpreter to discuss the…

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

Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

Learn how to see the park in a new way. Bring your camera and join the park interpreter to take pictures of the beautiful things we see as we hike the Crane's Fly Trail and pick up some tips for…

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…

Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the wonderful wildflowers of the Ouachita Mountains. This stroll will take about 45 minutes and is about ¾-mile long. Be…

We often spend so much time focusing on the ground in front of us that we don't notice the amazing things just out of our view. Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Spring Trail and…

Join the park superintendent for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Kayaks are limited for…

Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing recreational sports around. Arkansas is a natural fit for the sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a…

How much do you know about the plants, wildlife, and history of Rich Mountain? Meet in the hearth room to find out by playing a game of Jenga with a twist! 

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 noon the…

When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join Park Superintendent Nathan on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here at Daisy State Park. This guided hike along…

Have you ever seen glowing bugs at Lake Catherine State Park? Join Park Interpreter Carrie to learn a bit about lightning bugs, how they communicate, and maybe even see a few. This program will last…

Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made beginning noon…

Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…

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…