<p></p> <p>Experience Lake Catherine in a whole new light—moonlight! Join our park interpreters for a magical evening paddle under the stars. As we kayak across the calm, moonlit waters, you’ll enjoy the quiet beauty of the lake at night and take in the serene sights and sounds of the nocturnal world around</p>

<p>The little things can lead you to big adventures at Lake
Ouachita State Park! Join a park interpreter in a hunt for natural objects one
inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 1-mile red loop of the Caddo Bend
Trail. Guests should bring water and wear comfortable hiking/walking shoes.<br></p>

Discover the uniqueness of Arkansas, whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through. Immerse yourself in the rich geology, history, and culture that connect us all. Experience what makes Arkansas truly special!

Is the water dirty, clean, or somewhere in between? Small creatures that live in the water can teach us about water quality. Join a park interpreter to catch and identify these critters in the creek across from the Three Sisters Springs and see what we can learn from them and about Lake Ouachita

Join us for the family-friendly "Drops In the Bucket" program, inspired by Project WET! Through fun, interactive activities, learn about water conservation and the significance of Lake Ouachita. Discover how everyday actions impact our water supply and how we can make a positive difference together

Trees have been telling stories longer than we have. Did you know that you have the ability to learn to read their stories? Join a park interpreter to decode the secret life of trees and learn what they have to tell us. All supplies will be provided. This program is fun for the whole family.<br>
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How well do you know
the special creatures and features of Lake Ouachita State Park? Meet a park interpreter to take the "creature challenge." We see how good you at are at identifying photos, objects, and sounds from the park. You may know more than you
think! Your whole family is welcome to come

<p>Calling all snake sleuths! Arkansas is home to a diverse&nbsp;population of snake species. Join a park interpreter in the Ouachita Room to&nbsp;discover the importance of snakes, hone your identification skills, and create&nbsp;your very own snake craft to take home!</p>

The
Ouachita National Forest provides a protective zone for wildlife around the
lake. Meet a park interpreter at the Dogwood trailhead to take a guided 1/2-mile
hike and discover the different flora, fauna and other organisms of Lake Ouachita State Park.<br>

Join a park interpreter to explore Lake Ouachita in a new way. We will boat out to an island or shoreline in the lake and snorkel around the island shore to see what lies beneath the water's surface. A minimum of six participants must be registered one hour before departure.<br />
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