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.…

Many wild animals roam the park when we aren’t looking, leaving only tracks as evidence. Join the park interpreter to find out more about these wild footprints and uncover the mystery of the tracks.

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

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.…

The living things that glow at night can add a magical feel to your visit to the park, but have you ever thought about how and why they glow? Join a park interpreter to discover the science behind the…

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…

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…

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

A whole world is hiding in the moss and soil at Queen Wilhelmina State Park, you only need the right tools to see it! Meet a park interpreter in the hearth room before setting out on a short adventure…

One of the best ways to enjoy the lake at sunset is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for this guided kayak tour. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…

Join us as we explore the incredible adventure of a water droplet, from its humble beginnings to its grand destination. Through engaging activities and hands-on experiments, participants will learn…

Join us for the family-friendly "Drops In the Bucket" program, inspired by Project WET! Through fun, interactive activities, learn about water conservation and the significance of Lake Ouachita.…

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

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,…

The Ouachita National Forest provides a protective zone for wildlife around the lake. Meet a park interpreter at the Dogwood trailhead to take a guided 1/2-mile hike and discover the…

Is the water dirty, clean, or somewhere in between? Small creatures that live in the water can teach us about water quality. Join a park interpreter to catch and identify these critters in the creek…

Calling all snake sleuths! Arkansas is home to a diverse population of snake species. Join a park interpreter in the Ouachita Room to discover the importance of snakes, hone your…

Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…

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…

Put on your detective caps and figure out what the animals have been up to in Lake Ouachita State Park. Animal signs can be found all around us here in the park, and they tell us the stories of the…