Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole…

Pinnacle Mountain is home to a variety of bird species, including several elusive owls! Join a park interpreter to learn more about the lifestyles and habits of our owls here at the park! Celebrate…

Learn the many kinds of trees at Lake Sylvia by looking at their leaves. Create a fun leaf printing craft!

What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter for a short walk around the amphitheater to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around…

Step back in time with a park interpreter as we explore the origins of Devil’s Den State Park and celebrate the enduring legacy of the CCC. With a sense of wonder, we’ll uncover the skill,…

Ever wish you had a picture of something you saw but didn't have a camera? Nature journals are a sure way to have that picture and never have to get a picture printed. Join a park interpreter in the…

In the spirit of Halloween, come on out to Pinnacle Mountain State Park to learn about some creepy crawlies. They are not ghouls and goblins, but rather centipedes, spiders, and much more! 

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

Discover nature’s colorful side! Meet a park interpreter to search for what colors can be found around Village Creek State Park. This program is great for kids of any age.

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…

How many of us have heard of the cotton gin? You might even know the name of the man credited with inventing the machine. But do you actually know what a cotton gin does and how it works? Join…

Create your own colorful tie-dye t-shirt with a park interpreter. All supplies provided. Great for all ages. Please call (870) 295-4040 to sign up by Saturday at 9 a.m.

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning…

No two rides or hikes on Delta Heritage Trail are the same. Each season offers its own show. Join a park interpreter for a guided easy 1-mile hike lasting about 45-minutes on crushed gravel…

Meet a park interpreter at the picnic area near the mine entrance to learn about one of the park's most useful minerals and see how many colors of jasper you can find! Regular admission to the diamond…

Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes, and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area, behind the visitor center, to learn…

Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…

The power of the Arkansas River lights up your world and life in the river valley every day. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how the Arkansas River…

Join a park interpreter for a quick adventure into nature’s hidden corners. We’ll search high and low - peeking under rocks, check trees, and explore the forest floor to uncover tiny creatures like…

Discover your inner herpetologist and get ready for a memorable experience with reptiles! Explore snakes, turtles and other species with a park interpreter and enjoy an up close and personal look at…