Sunrise Hike on the West Summit

Join a park interpreter as we depart from the West Summit trailhead to the top of Pinnacle Mountain to experience the sunrise over the Arkansas River valley. This hike is 1.5 miles round trip, and rated hard in difficulty. Be sure to bring water, sturdy footwear and clothes appropriate for the

Pine Needle Painting

Join a park interpreter at the West Summit Playground for an afternoon of creating art, developing self expression, and connecting with nature using eco-friendly art materials!

Birding 101

Today is a great chance to get outside and explore. Join a park interpreter on the Arboretum Trail to learn the basics of birding. Discover some of the common species in the area as well as what you need to bird on your own. Please dress appropriately for the weather and feel free to bring

Insect Bingo

Interested in learning about native insects? Join a park interpreter on a guided hike along the Kingfisher Trail to search for insects while trying your luck at a game of Bug Bingo. 

Bird Beak Buffet

Have you ever wondered why a hummingbird’s beak is different from a hawk’s? Discover how different birds’ beaks have adapted for their unique diets.

Meandering on the Mountain: Base Trail Hike

Pinnacle Mountain State Park's Base Trail traverses through beautiful deciduous and evergreen forests, skirts the banks of the Little Maumelle River, and acts as a connector for other trails throughout our park's system. Join a park interpreter as we wander along the trail and see what history and

Whose Nest is Best?

<p>Building a home is an important survival skill when you live&nbsp;in the forests of Arkansas. A park interpreter will introduce you to&nbsp;some of the birds and other creatures who create very special homes for themselves and their&nbsp;young. </p><br>

Snake Smarts

<p>With the warmer weather, snakes will be out and about in natural areas. Join a park interpreter for a look at&nbsp;the wonderful world of snakes that live in Arkansas and how to identify and stay safe while out enjoying the outdoors.&nbsp;</p><br><br>

Jewels of Pinnacle Mountain

Discover the magical world of dragonflies and damselflies with a park interpreter. Expect to go on a short hike around the Kingfisher Trail and throughout the day use area to observe dragonflies and damselflies decorating the park.&nbsp;

I Ate a Bug Club

<p>Insects make up the largest living mass on the planet and some people actually eat them. Join a park interpreter to discover the unique characteristics and roles of bugs in our environment and view our curated collections of specimens. Do you have what it takes to eat a bug?&nbsp;</p>
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