Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Are you looking for fun activities during your visit to an Arkansas State Park? Our park interpreters routinely schedule fun, family-friendly programs that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 50,000 activities each year, including guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding adventures, kayak tours, living history demonstrations, nature games, historic site tours, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, outdoor skills workshops, A.D.E.-accredited teacher professional development, and much more — there’s something going on all the time.
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The dates, details, and admission prices in this calendar of events were submitted to the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and are accurate to the best of our knowledge. We recommend that you check with local sponsors before making a trip to any event.
Saturday, November 09, 2024
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
You can explore nature at this park because Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitats sustain many living creatures. Many of those creatures come out only at night. Join a park…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Crowley’s Ridge State Park is full of myths and history. Join a park interpreter to test your knowledge of this park’s history. This is a drop-in program. Feel free to stop by whenever you like.
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave parking area for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy ½-mile hike…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the West Summit Area Playground to learn about the negative impacts we can have on our environment if we aren't careful, and find out what you can do to help! This program…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Dam! Beavers make dams, but what else do you know about these semi-aquatic rodents? Discover these interesting creatures that you could see during your visit at Millwood State Park with Park…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join Lake Chicot State Park Interpreter Brandi to discover this ancient species and the connection it can present us to our pasts. After the program meet Snipper, the park's resident alligator…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes,…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join us as we learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions have at our park. Our hike will last about…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join Park Interpreter Mystina to play a fun game of nature bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the natural things found at Lake Fort Smith State Park.
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Woodpeckers scatter the forest here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the amphitheater to learn more about these birds and go on a search for a few. We will walk 1/2-mile…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
The diverse habitats in and around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities to see unique wildlife. The wildlife you encounter while camping may be the most memorable part of your trip.…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join Park Interpreter Emiley to investigate nature’s hidden side. We will do a shadow scavenger hunt to gain a new perspective on what there is to discover within the park. This program…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The white-tailed deer is just one of the fascinating animals that call
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area home. It’s almost time for the rut
and now is the perfect time to learn more about these…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do you have a favorite food? Birds do too! Discover what birds like to eat with a park interpreter, then we will make a birdfeeder you can take home! This program will last about 30 minutes.
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to celebrate National Native American Heritage Month with a read aloud along the Trotting Fox Trail. Instead of turning the page, simply walk to the page! This is great way to…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us at the visitor center to watch us feed our speckled kingsnake on display. This is your chance to see how snakes are able to swallow their prey. We will also explore how other snakes found at…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join Park Interpreter Carrie on an adventure like no other. There are unique discoveries to make along the Slunger Creek Trail at Lake Catherine State Park. See if you have what it takes to solve the…
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Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
The alligator adventure awaits! Join a park interpreter to explore the world of American alligators and understand their significance in our ecosystem. Be prepared for an exhilarating encounter and…
Sunday, November 10, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Historic artifacts help illustrate the many stories of Prairie Grove Battlefield. Here’s your chance to get a first-hand look at items from the park’s collection so you can discover…