Pedal and Pines Ride

Join Park Interpreter Carrie for a one-hour guided bicycle ride on the roads of Lake Catherine State Park. We will meet at the administration office to begin this scenic adventure. Please bring your own bicycle and helmet to participate in this ride. Along the way we will take a few moments at

Evening Boat Tour

<p>Join Park Interpreter Carrie for a boat ride around beautiful Lake Catherine. Along the way, we will explore what makes the Ouachita Mountains so special, the vibrant past of Lake Catherine State Park, and enjoy the sunshine reflect across the lake. This is a free boat tour, but sign-up is required</p>

Great American Cleanup

The Great American Cleanup is a nation-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep America Beautiful and 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, other supplies, and

Lightning Bug Lingo

Have you ever seen glowing bugs at Lake Catherine State Park? Join Park Interpreter Carrie to learn a bit about lightning bugs, how they communicate, and maybe even see a few. This program will last about 30 minutes.

Finding Woody

Woodpeckers scatter the forest here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the amphitheater to learn more about these birds and go on a search for a few. We will walk 1/2-mile at the conclusion of this program. Please bring good shoes and water. The program will take about 45

Logoly State Park Fall Bioblitz

Logoly State Park is home to a wide variety of fascinating plants and animals. Not only is it fun to see these things in the park, but you can also help park staff by being a community scientist and participating in the park BioBlitz. The information gathered during this event will help park staff

Kids Fishing Derby

Join us at Logoly State Park for our annual fishing derby. Kids under 15 will be able to fish at the pond starting at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m. Awards will be given for biggest fish and most fish. There will also be door prizes awarded throughout the event. Parents are encouraged to help, but

National Trails Day 2025

Join the park interpreters for a series of hikes to celebrate National Trails Day! Please contact the park for more information and a detailed schedule.

Basket Weaving Workshop

Learn a new hobby based on an old art form that would have been essential during the height of the Magnesia Springs tourism era. All materials and tools will be supplied to weave a basket based on a traditional pattern. No previous experience needed. Registration is required by February 18.

Nature Cabin

Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park Interpreters will be available to give short programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special place!<br>

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