Fall Colors Hike

Enjoy the fall colors on the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail! Hike with a park interpreter and learn what kind of trees are along the trail on this moderate 0.8-mile hike. The meeting spot is at Lake Sylvia Day Use Area, where we will take a short walk to the trailhead. Make sure to bring water and proper

Learning Leaves

Learn the many kinds of trees at Lake Sylvia by looking at their leaves. Create a fun leaf printing craft!

Mammals of Pinnacle Mountain

Join a park interpreter near the playground at the West Summit area to learn about the different mammals that call Pinnacle Mountain State Park their home. You'll also discover their roles in the ecosystem and what makes each of them important to the park. 

All About Bats!

Learn all about the bat species that call Lake Sylvia home! Learn about their habitat, diet, behavior, and special adaptations. Then make a fun bat-themed craft! 

Bird Survey Hike

Help a park interpreter survey the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail for birds! Learn how to survey for eBird, a public community science organization that tracks bird populations. Learn how you can help track birds in your own backyard! The hike along the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail is 0.8-mile, moderate, and will

Mammals of Mischief

Join a park interpreter as we learn more about one of our favorite mammals in the park, We will discover some of our state’s history relating to foxes, discover some of their unique characteristics and traits, and try to figure out why they are seen as mischievous creatures. 

Reptiles of Arkansas

Join a park interpreter to learn all about the different reptiles of Pinnacle Mountain State Park!<br>

Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2025 Annual Coachwhip Hike

Join us for Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend as we embark on our annual guided hike along the 2.4-mile Coachwhip Trail while learning about the plants and animals who call this area home. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear for hiking and bring water/snacks as needed. Completing this program

Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2024: A Sack in Time

The Plum Bayou people likely used a technique called twining to make shoes, bags, and more! Twining is the process of interlacing strings to make textiles. During this workshop, you will twine a small bag out of natural fibers using only a wooden frame and your fingertips. Space is limited: Please

Fall Equinox Celebration

<p>Over 1,000 years ago, the Plum Bayou Culture built this unique mound complex for ceremonial activities that may have included games, feasts, and other special celebrations. Celebrate the fall season by participating in a guided tour of the pre-historic mound site, culminating in the observation of</p>

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