Pedal and Picnic - Fall Bike Ride

Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the Old Visitor Center trailhead, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then return together. Bring your own picnic or purchase a trail treat at the lodge

Creepy Crawlies of the Mountain

In the spirit of Halloween, come on out to Pinnacle Mountain State Park to learn about some creepy crawlies. They are not ghouls and goblins, but rather centipedes, spiders, and much more! 

Fall Foliage Hike

Join a park interpreter for a guided 3-mile hike on the Coachwhip Trail to explore and admire the fall foliage! The hike will emphasize both the science of leaf color change and the ecological importance of this process.<b>&nbsp;</b>Make sure to dress appropriately and bring water.

Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2025: Citizen Scientist Hike

Join a park interpreter to learn the importance of citizen science and learn how to track wildlife data using apps and websites! Walk the Trees of the Forest Interpretive Trail, a moderate 0.5-mile hike to see what you can find! Make sure to bring water and wear good hiking shoes! This program will

Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2025: Bird Survey Hike

Join a park interpreter to learn what it means to be a Citizen Scientist and why it's important. Learn about birds commonly found at Lake Sylvia then set off on a bird survey hike! On this hike, you will learn how to identify birds and use apps and data tracking websites to make it easier. After

Senior American Special: Windows of the Past

Join a park interpreter at the visitor center meeting room to watch a slide show
showcasing some of the rock art of Petit Jean Mountain and discuss possible
meanings and interpretations. This program will last about 45 minutes.

Bats vs. Birds

Imagine you are a witch or wizard in need of a familiar to help you brew your magical potions. Halloween is coming, and you're running out of time! Would you choose a bat or a bird? Join a park interpreter to learn about how some of Arkansas' bat species are similar, yet very different from our

Raccoons: Masters of the Night

As autumn continues and the nights become dark just a bit earlier, raccoon sightings may become more commonplace. These mischievous little mammals are some of nature's most adaptable thieves of the night. Whether it's digging through your garbage can or skittering away into the forest, raccoons

Trick or Treat: Arkansas Chocolate Tarantula

The Arkansas chocolate tarantula is the only native tarantula species in the state. As Halloween approaches, sightings of these spiders could be on the rise as males of this species migrate! Join a park interpreter to learn more about these beautiful creatures and how they aren't as scary as they

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