Lakeside Birding Hike

Join a park interpreter to discover what birds we can see or hear on the Lakeside Trail. This 1-mile trail is moderately easy with rocky, uneven terrain. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water, insect repellent, and sun protection. Don't forget your field guides and binoculars!

Moonlight Mammals

Ever spot a bat in flight? Join a park interpreter for an evening of skywatching as bats soar overhead! We'll explore the fascinating bat species of Devil’s Den State Park and dive into the impact of white-nose syndrome on these incredible creatures. It’s the perfect blend of nature, science, and

Night Hike at the Reservoir

Meet a park interpreter for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home. Please bring along a flashlight, water, and wear sturdy shoes. This program will last around 45

Owl Prowl

Meet a park interpreter at Stouts Point to discover more about the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park their home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight if you have one. This will be a short, paved walk

Focus on Fish

Why does Lake Dardanelle have such a healthy bass population? The health of this fishery is partially due to the good conservation practices of the staff at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center orientation room for a program about fish and how we can better care

Reptiles of the River

Lake Dardanelle State Park is home to variety of wildlife, but do you ever wonder just what there is out there in the river? Are there snakes, is that a snapping turtle? Join a park interpreter in the visitor center kids' corner to learn the reptiles of the river.

Frog Symphony

Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the magical sounds of frogs and toads! You'll learn how each species has its own special call and how these calls create a wild "symphony" in the park. Then, get creative as we use fun items to recreate the sounds

Never Ending Campout

Wouldn't it be great if your campout at Lake Dardanelle State Park could last forever? It might be fun, but the effects of a campout might be felt for years to come if you are not careful. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover how long the things that

Caminata a la Cueva Rock House (This program is being delivered in Spanish)

<p>Únase a un park interpreter en el sendero de la Cueva
Rock House para caminar al sitio arqueológico del parque, Cueva Rock House.
Veremos el arte rupestre indio americano y descubriremos más sobre las ventanas
en el pasado que estas imágenes proporcionan. Esta caminata es de 1/4 milla de
largo. Por</p>

Mamíferos Maravillosos (This program is being delivered in Spanish)

<p>¿Cómo se siente el pelaje de un oso negro? Únase a un park Interpreter para descubrir algunas características interesantes sobre los mamíferos del Parque Estatal Petit Jean. Adivinaremos a qué animal pertenece cada pelaje, luego tendremos la oportunidad de sentir las pieles de cada mamífero. </p> What

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