Lake Dardanelle’s fishery is healthy and diverse. We’ll be using the fishery as inspiration to make some beautiful creations. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to create some fishy art. 

<p>Did you know that just by looking at the body of a turtle, it can tell you where it lives? Join a park interpreter on the Dardanelle Side of the park in the pavilion to learn about some of the turtles found here in Lake Dardanelle State Park.</p><br><br>

<p>What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of Lake
Ouachita? Join a park interpreter in this hands-on dip netting activity to
discover the roles of Lake Ouachita’s mighty macroinvertebrates. Please wear
water-appropriate clothing and shoes, as they might get wet.</p><br>

Bring a flashlight and a friend because we’re&nbsp;going to be sniffing for spiders! Join a park interpreter to unravel the web of&nbsp;lies about these fascinating creatures while searching for them on the trail.&nbsp;Be sure to wear shoes that are sturdy!

Did you know that you can learn a new language&nbsp;during your park visit? Join a park interpreter to uncover the hidden language&nbsp;of the land during this easy 1-mile guided hike on the Island Trail. You are sure to discover something&nbsp;new!&nbsp;

<p>Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache! Smartphone users are encouraged to download a geocaching app in advance to be ready for the action</p>

We’ve all heard that the Lorax speaks for the trees, but what if the trees could speak for themselves? Imagine the stories they would share about this beautiful land that we now call our park. Join a park interpreter on this easy 3/4-mile hike to learn about our park from a tree’s perspective.

Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is a soda can, and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be bought inside the marina for those who need one!

Humans wear camouflage to blend in while hunting, and sometimes just for style. But, animals have to use camouflage to survive in the wild. Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to see some pictures of these animals doing what they do best, blending in with nature, and see

<p>You can explore nature at this park because Lake Dardanelle State Park's diverse habitats sustain many living creatures. Join a park interpreter in the pavilion on the Dardanelle side of the park and discover some of the creatures that call this area home. <br></p>