A few times a year, meteor showers grace our night skies with spectacular light shows. Stargaze with a park interpreter as you watch for meteors from the Perseids Meteor Shower, which peaks tonight and often provides an average of one streak of light per minute. Feel free to bring binoculars

Join us for our annual keystone event celebrating diamond miners in Arkansas! Festivities include games for all ages, treasure hunt, the annual Famous Crater Diamonds Exhibition, and more! Pick up a full schedule of activities on the day of the event, or contact the park at (870) 285-3113 or

<p>Join park staff for a holiday celebration at the historic Nature Cabin near the swim beach. This celebration will include crafts to remember your experience here at the park. This is a come-and-go event that will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.</p> <br>

Join the friends and staff of Lake Catherine State Park as we host a community fall festival. This event features trick-or-treating in the campground and a hot dog and marshmallow roast. The event promises to be fun for all.

<p>Open the door to all your senses by getting away and reconnecting with nature. During this three-day, two-night adventure, we will offer sessions on basic camping, hiking, introduction to kayaking, and much more. Space is limited. Reservations are required. All meals, gear, and instruction are</p>

The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Volunteers are invited to help clean up roadways, shorelines, trails, and the lake. Meet at the nature cabin to pick up trash bags, gloves, safety vests, and other supplies and receive cleanup location

Each August, the night sky is scattered with meteors from the annual Perseid Meteor Shower. Enjoy Lake Catherine State Park by exploring the night sky through programs and activities around this special time. Please contact the park for more information and a detailed schedule.

Join the park interpreters for a classic, family-friendly, Fourth of July celebration. This day will be filled with games and activities. Please contact the park for more information.

Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. Meet at the overlook behind the visitor center. At the conclusion of the program, you may continue

In this special showcase, local spinners will share how they craft fibers into yarn and lacemakers will exhibit the creation of handmade laces. They welcome all interested visitors to join them for an informal presentation and chat about the history and art of spinning and lace making. Meet at the