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Cedar Creek Rock Creep
Saturday, August 30, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
From carpet rocks to iron formations along a beautiful creek, Cedar Creek Trail is one of the most fascinating areas of Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter to discover some of the trees…
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Petit Jean Softball
Saturday, August 30, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit Jean style. We have some softball equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.
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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Monday, September 01, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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…
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Great Arkansas Cleanup and National Public Lands Day
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Help keep Petit Jean State Park clean and litter free! Join us for a few hours of litter pickup and be rewarded with a free cookout lunch. Following lunch there is a door prize giveaway for…
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Senior American Special at Petit Jean State Park
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - Thursday, October 23, 2025
Experience the scenic beauty of Petit Jean State Park while enjoying the hospitality of the friendly park staff! Join us for free guided walks, talks, demonstrations, and entertainment.…
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Christmas Open House
Saturday, December 06, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
See Petit Jean State Park’s Mather Lodge dressed in its Christmas finery. Enjoy family-oriented arts and crafts activities and seasonal entertainment. Contact the park for a…
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