The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills). This program series is designed to give…

Hampson Archeological Museum State Park interprets a civilization that created art in many ways. One of those works of art is in the form of pottery. Join us as we learn the native way of creating…

We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

Enjoy the holiday season with a fun craft while learning how to track animals in the wintertime! Learn about the animals that are active in the winter and how to trace them. Then create an animal…

Hampson Archeological Museum State Park interprets a civilization that created art in many ways. One of those works of art is in the form of pottery. Join us as we learn the native way of creating…

Homemade gifts used to be commonplace. We are bringing the tradition back. Join a park interpreter to create a handmade gift. Pre-registration is required by November 22nd. The registration fee…

Join us to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season on top of beautiful Petit Jean Mountain. There will be live holiday music, crafts available for the whole family to make in…

DeGray Lake Resort State Park invites you to celebrate the holiday season in the comfort of the park's beautiful lodge. Come in from the cold to make a nature-themed craft or tree ornament while…

Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This…

Meet Park Interpreter Carrie to put your knot tying skills to the test. Then join in to find a hidden spot using your navigation abilities. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Learn about Lake Sylvia's evergreen trees as you enjoy creating a mini wreath ornament! We will discuss evergreen varieties, habitat, needles and how they can be used for winter crafts. Then, we will…

Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum! Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat…

Want to make some popcorn and pinecone garland while snacking on popcorn and hot chocolate? Or maybe try your hand at making a pinecone wreath for your door. Join us at pavilion 2 for some fun holiday…

We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle.

In this special showcase, local spinners will share how they craft fibers into yarn and lacemakers will exhibit the creation of handmade laces. They welcome all interested visitors to join them for an…

In this program you will learn all about the amazing mammal, deer! Discover their diet, habitat, behaviors, and how they survive harsh winters as non-hibernators. Explore deer pelts, antlers, and…

Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…

Join a park interpreter for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar…

There are many creatures that call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to discover who they are and what clues they leave behind as they…