Take a hike to the exterior fishing pier with the park interpreter and make neat discoveries along the way! The hike is about 1-mile in length, wear good hiking shoes and bring your curiosity.

Join us for a peaceful hour of birdwatching along the 1-mile hiking trail. Meet at the trailhead.

Join a park interpreter to discover the family-fun world of geocaching. Afterwards, we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache! Smartphone users are encouraged to download a geocaching app in…

Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Black oak, waterleaf oak, American sycamore, and sweetgum are all common trees in the Cossatot River Corridor. Tree leaves, bark, and buds are all useful hints to tell us what kind of tree we are…

Some bumpy, some jumpy and even a little slimy, these cold-blooded creatures play an important role in nature and give us clues to the health of our ecosystem. Interact with live toads, frogs…

Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Come explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at throwing a spear? Join a park interpreter to learn how to throw a spear with the help of a little-known Native American tool called an atlatl. Through this fun…

When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Discover the different types of camouflaged that critters can use with a park interpreter.

Join a park interpreter to hike the Big Ben Trail (0.5-mile, moderate difficulty), learn about Village Creek State Park's history, and discover the stories behind the name of "Ben." What stories might…

Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the bluff line of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy…

Join a park interpreter for this easy, 1/2-mile guided walk along the towering pines trail in search of frogs, salamanders, and other “herps.” Let's see what critters we can discover as we enjoy…

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Lake Sylvia by painting a watercolor picture with the help of a park interpreter. Be inspired by the park's natural beauty by recreating a scenic photo. Learn…

The settlers of the Arkansas Grand Prairie had many uses for wild and domesticated herbs. Join staff in the kitchen garden to learn about winter herbs that grow in the Delta and what uses they had in…

Meet at the Lake View trailhead for an easy 0.5-mile guided hike with a park interpreter on a gravel surface trail. After hiking our adventure will continue when we caravan using your own…

Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in…

Join a park interpreter for our monthly hike for adults on the first Saturday of each month. Each hike will include healthy outdoor recreation, sharing some of nature’s secrets, and the…

Stop by the nature cabin to discover what makes Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to present brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any…

Discover how the Civilian Conservation Corps built the foundations of Devil's Den State Park and view many of the structures they constructed that are still standing today on this walking tour with a…

Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native…