Who Goes There?

There are many creatures that call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to discover who they are and what clues they leave behind as they move about, we will determine who goes there?

Know Your State

How well do you know the history and folklore of Arkansas? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for this fun quiz game where teams will compete for prizes. All ages welcome!

The Great Migration Challenge

<p>Each year, over 350 bird species travel hundreds and sometimes thousands of miles to find the food they need to survive. Lake Dardanelle State Park makes a perfect place for them to find this food and rest due to its diverse habitats. Can you take on that challenge? Meet a park interpreter in the</p>

Cherokee Games

Have you ever wondered about the daily lives of the Cherokee who inhabited this area before the Trail of Tears, long before it was a park? Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn some of the games they played to pass the time and develop their hunting

Grab Bag Adventures

The diverse habitats around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities for discovery and exploration. Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater to find out what is in her magic bag! We’ll play a game to let you touch and feel your way around. Hints will be given, but you’ll be testing

Tree Maze

<p>Lake Dardanelle State Park has a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across form the visitor center to race through this life-sized tree maze to discover some of the trees found here and what makes them stand out from the others.<br></p>
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Lake Kayaking Excursion

Kayaking the coves of Lake Dardanelle gives you the opportunity to get a closer view of birds and wildlife all from the safety of your boat. Join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak and sign up at the visitor center (479) 967-5516 at least one day in advance. Children under 6 not

Catch of the Day

<p>Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake Dardanelle State Park’s role in maintaining that. You</p>

Birding Basics

Bird watching is a hobby for all ages. To get started, you only need the 3 B’s: Binoculars, a Bird book, and Birds. Lake Dardanelle State Park has plenty of birds, so join a park interpreter at the visitor center to learn just how easy bird watching can be.<br>
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Owl Pellets

Owls are famous for their distinct calls, stellar eyesight, silent flight, and being birds of prey. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about how incredible these birds are and to discover what their diets consists of by dissecting an owl pellet.

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