Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Are you looking for fun activities during your visit to an Arkansas State Park? Our park interpreters routinely schedule fun, family-friendly programs that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 50,000 activities each year, including guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding adventures, kayak tours, living history demonstrations, nature games, historic site tours, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, outdoor skills workshops, A.D.E.-accredited teacher professional development, and much more — there’s something going on all the time.
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The dates, details, and admission prices in this calendar of events were submitted to the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and are accurate to the best of our knowledge. We recommend that you check with local sponsors before making a trip to any event.
Friday, March 29, 2024
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join Park
Interpreter Randy for a tranquil kayak outing. This will be an easy kayak
expedition, perfect for first time kayakers or those wanting a relaxing
activity. Bring clothing and shoes that can…
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Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
No previous paddling experience is necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a
kayak,
paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for
this…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, March 30, 2024
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join Park
Interpreter Randy for a tranquil kayak outing. This will be an easy kayak
expedition, perfect for first time kayakers or those wanting a relaxing
activity. Bring clothing and shoes that can…
Heart Healthy
Friday, April 05, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
No previous paddling experience necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for this guided…
Heart Healthy
Friday, April 05, 2024
/ 5:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake at sunset is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for this guided kayak tour. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…
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Saturday, April 06, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
No previous paddling experience necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves. Sign up early for this guided…
Heart Healthy
Sunday, April 07, 2024
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
What better way to experience a Bear Creek Lake sunset than on the water? Join a park interpreter for a leisurely kayak tour of the lake's shoreline and coves while enjoying the day's golden hour. We…
Heart Healthy
Sunday, April 14, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us for a guided canoe float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that…
Heart Healthy
Sunday, April 14, 2024
/ 12:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Old
Town Lake is a well-known landmark on the Delta Heritage Trail. Here is your chance
to join a park interpreter on an easy flat-water guided kayak tour of the lake.
Paddle through a maze of bald…
Friday, April 19, 2024
/ 6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Lake Catherine is home to many aquatic life and mammals. Join Park Interpreter Carrie for a tour to discover some unique features that make this lake spectacular. We will take a few moments to ponder…
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Sunday, April 21, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us for a guided kayak float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, April 27, 2024
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
What better way to experience a Storm Creek Lake sunset than on the water? Join a park interpreter for a leisurely kayak tour of the lake's shoreline and coves while enjoying the day's golden hour. We…
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Saturday, May 04, 2024
Here is your chance to immerse yourself into the natural landscape and discover the rich heritage of the Delta region on a guided bike and kayak tour led by a park interpreter. Our journey will begin…
Saturday, May 11, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join us for World Migratory Bird Day as we take a guided canoe float on the Maumelle River. Search for and identify migratory species and locals alike as we drift along stream and riverbanks teeming…
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Saturday, May 11, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Are you curious about kayaking? We have a few kayaks available for you to try. The park interpreter is available to answer questions and give you pointers. This is a great way to find out if a kayak…
Saturday, May 11, 2024
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
What better way to experience a Bear Creek Lake sunset than on the water? Join a park interpreter for a leisurely kayak tour of the lake's shoreline and coves while enjoying the day's golden hour. We…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Old Town Lake is a well-known landmark on the Delta Heritage Trail. Here is your chance to join a park interpreter on an easy flat-water guided kayak tour of the lake. Paddle through a maze of bald…
Saturday, May 25, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join Mississippi River State Park and Quapaw Canoe Company for a day on the Mississippi River. Everyone will paddle together with a guide from Quapaw and a staff member from Mississippi River State…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, May 25, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us for a guided canoe float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, June 01, 2024
Old Town Lake is a well-known landmark on the Delta Heritage Trail. Here is your chance to join a park interpreter on an easy flat-water guided kayak tour of the lake. Paddle through a maze of bald…