The unique landscape of Village Creek State Park makes it the perfect place to find a sense of adventure in 2026. Join a park interpreter to explore the characteristic hogback ridges and stream…

Enjoy a morning hike with a park interpreter on the first day of the new year as we traverse Middle Mountain along one of our most popular trails, the Coachwhip Trail. This less than 3-mile loop is…

Looking for a gentle but meaningful way to celebrate the first day of the year? Join a park interpreter for a short, easy stroll to the Cedar Falls Overlook. Along the way, we’ll reflect on the…

Join a park interpreter to start the New Year off right with a 3.5-mile hike along the Huckleberry Nature Trail. Together we will explore the native diversity found in the park and learn about…

Meet a park interpreter to explore lake ponder and its history as we welcome in the new year. This is a 0.45-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather.

What better way to kick off the New Year than a guided hike at the home of the 10th largest spring in the world- Mammoth Spring State Park! Join Park Interpreter as we explore the rich history of the…

What better way to start the new year than with a hike at Crater of Diamonds State Park! This year's guided First Day Hike will take place on the Prospector Trail located in the southwest corner of…

Bring in the New Year at the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources with a guided walk around the path in the Oil Field Park. Along with the museum's curator, you will explore the outside exhibits of…

Join a park interpreter for an exciting off-trail adventure behind the cove at Lake Dardanelle State Park. We’ll be picking up trash while exploring rugged, wooded terrain. This hike will take us…

Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore the Yellow Rock area on the first day of the year and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. #FirstDayHikes

Join a park interpreter for this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Feel free to bring binoculars if you have some; this is a great trail for nature watching! #FirstDayHikes…

Kick off the New Year with a hike at Bull Shoals-White River State Park! Join a park interpreter on the 1.5-mile Rainbow Ridge Trail. Set or fulfill New Year’s resolutions while hiking or just enjoy…

Start the New Year off right with a hike at Hobbs State Park! Join a park interpreter on this 4.2-mile, moderately difficult out-and-back section of the Monument Trails. We’ll discuss what a Monument…

Step into the New Year on the right foot with time outdoors and start America’s 250th adorned in red, white and blue with a 2.5-mile stroll on one of The Natural State’s scenic state park trails.…

Start 2026 on a high point! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas, and gain a strong sense of home and habitat. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy…

Join a park interpreter for a scenic hike on our Rim Trail and 3C's Trail. This easy/moderate hike will be roughly 3 miles and offers visitors the opportunity to witness breathtaking views and explore…

Step back in time on the Rock House Cave Trail, where ancient markings tell stories of people long ago. Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave parking area for this guided 45-minute guided…

Start the New Year off right with a hike along the Whitewater Creek Trail to the Ozark Folk Center from the historic Stone Amphitheater in Mountain View, Arkansas! #FirstDayHikes    This…

Join a park interpreter at Hindman Hall for a 1-mile, guided, family-friendly hike around the beautiful grounds of Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Enjoy the natural world and learn about…

Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy 1/2-mile Lake Trail. #FirstDayHikes