Hike Along the Rim Trail

Join a park interpreter to set off on a section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail known as the Rim Trail. The walk offers scenic views of Cedar Creek’s lower canyon, as well as woodland trails along clear streams. Please bring along some water, sturdy hiking shoes, and binoculars, if

Cedar Falls Trail Hike

To know Petit Jean State Park, you must know Cedar Falls. Meet a park interpreter to hike down to the foot of Arkansas’ most iconic waterfall! The Cedar Falls Hike is 2-miles round trip, strenuous, and takes about 2 hours. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring along plenty of water. <br />
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Lightning Bug Lingo

<p>Have you ever seen bugs that light up in the night
and wondered how they’re able to do it? Join a park interpreter to learn more about these dancing nighttime beetles and how they
communicate with one another. Be sure to bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car. <br></p> <br>

Owl Prowl

Meet a park interpreter 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 and wear close-toed shoes. This hike is about 3/4-mile long. <br />
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Knots and Navigation

Meet Park Interpreter Carrie to put your knot tying skills to the test. Then join in to find a hidden spot using your navigation abilities. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Sunset Stroll

<p>Meet a park interpreter for a short stroll to the CCC Overlook to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a&nbsp;flashlight for the walk back to your car.&nbsp;</p><br>

Birds of Petit Jean

<p>Meet a park interpreter at the CCC Overlook on Red Bluff Drive to learn about some
of the birds we have here at Petit Jean State Park and some tips and tricks to
see a few during your stay. Bring a bird guidebook if you have one and join in
the fun! <b></b></p> <br><p></p>

Hikers and Snakes

<p>Join a park interpreter for helpful hints about snakes you may meet on the
trails of Petit Jean State Park. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn about venomous
and non-venomous species and how to tell the difference</a>, plus some tips on
peacefully sharing the trails with snakes.&nbsp;<br></p>

Legacy of Mather Lodge

Join a park interpreter for a tour of this architectural park gem.&nbsp;Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’ most treasured landmarks.<br>
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Campfire Trivia and Stories

Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for an
evening of Petit Jean State Park trivia. While we enjoy the mountain air, we will be sharing
some legends of the mountain and a good old-fashioned game of trivia.
This program lasts about 45 minutes. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to
your car

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