Built to Last Hike

Join a park interpreter for a walking tour to see the many different structures that the Civilian Conservation Corps built in the 1930s and 1940s that are still around today. We'll start at the visitor center before walking down to the Ridgerunner Park Store and Cafe, over to the CCC Dam, and along

Birding Basics Hike

You don't have to be an ornithologist to enjoy the birds at Lake Ouachita State Park! Learn some basics of finding our feathered friends. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. This basic birding hike with a park interpreter is about 1/2-mile in length.

DIY Wire Wrap Rock Picture Holder

Ever wonder what to do with the rocks you take home from the Crater of Diamonds State Park search area? Join a park interpreter to make your very own rock picture holder using your finds from the search area. Supplies are limited. All materials are provided, there is no charge to this program. This

Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

<p>What creatures can be found lurking around DeGray Lake Resort State Park at night? Join a park interpreter to find out! After diving into the world of creepy crawlies, we will embark on a journey to search for them along the Towering Pines trail. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes for this exciting</p>

Golf Course Safari

Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made beginning noon the day before at the lodge front desk, (501) 865-5851. Stop by the lodge to pay before heading over

Dip Net Discovery

What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of
DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these
elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on activity and see
what you can catch. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty<b>!&nbsp;</b><br>

Bird Walk

Whether you’re a fledgling birder or an old pro, you’re sure to enjoy this guided hike. Join us in a search for birds that live in and along the forests and shores of DeGray Lake. Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. A limited number of loaner pairs will be available. 

Edible Insects (Amphitheater)

In other parts of the world, eating insects is&nbsp;considered a delicacy! Today, a park interpreter will test your notion of who&nbsp;really eats bugs and who doesn’t. Are you brave enough to join the “I Ate A Bug&nbsp;Club?" Take a bite, or at least&nbsp;watch!

Feed the Snapping Turtle

The&nbsp;common snapping turtle at Crowley’s Ridge State Park visitor center is very&nbsp;hungry! Join a park interpreter to find out more information about our turtle friend and help make his belly full.

Habitats Along Devil's Racetrack Monument Trail Hike

Explore a few different habitats with a park interpreter as we hike along the southern terminus of the moderate 2.2-mile (total) Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail. We recommend wearing comfortable hiking shoes and dressing for the weather. Additional parking is located at the amphitheater near the

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