You've heard of the water cycle, but what about the rock cycle? Join us in the Diamond Discovery Classroom to learn about this amazing continuous process in a fun rock cycle game. 

Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…

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!

Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is a soda can, and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be…

How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!

Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to create a wonderful masterpiece using natural materials such as Arkansas' state tree, the loblolly pine! We will use pine needles to create unique pieces…

Before Crater of Diamonds State Park existed, this land that is now the state park was commercially mined. Do you think you have what it takes to run your own commercial mine? Using real chocolate…

Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in…

Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a delicious peach cobbler baked entirely in a Dutch oven! We will learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking including how to season, cook, and clean a…

Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these…

Join Lake Ouachita State Park staff to make memories and leave nothing but ripples during an overnight kayaking adventure! Come along on a guided kayak trip to a pristine shoreline campsite. There you…

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…

Join a park interpreter on a section of the River Corridor Trail as we search for salamanders by a waterfall! Be ready to get your hands dirty as we search under logs, rocks, and near the water. This…

We’ve all heard that the Lorax speaks for the trees, but what if the trees could speak for themselves? Imagine the stories they would share about this beautiful land that we now call our…

Join a park interpreter for a morning kayak paddle on Lake Greeson. This is an easy kayak expedition, perfect for first time kayakers or those wanting a relaxing activity. Bring clothing and shoes…

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

Come celebrate the fall season with a fun-filled day of activities in the charming setting of our historic town. Enjoy traditional games, delicious food, and fall festivities, all…

There is a secret world hidden in the rotting logs of Logoly State Park. Join the park interpreter to dig into this world and discover what lives in a dead log.

Are we there yet? If you were hiking a trail or blazing your own path without the luxury of modern GPS technology, how would you know how far you had traveled or how far you had left to go to reach…