Morning Bird Songs on the Woody Plant Trail

<p> Enjoy a morning walk with a park interpreter along the 0.50-mile (out
and back) Woody Plant Trail as we listen to the songbirds of Devil's Den State Park. Be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes. <br></p> <br><br><br>

Living in the Forest: The White-tailed Way

<p>What
do you know about the white-tailed deer? Join a park interpreter to learn how this amazing animal survives here in the park.&nbsp;</p><br>

Rabbits in the Sky and on the Ground

One of the many wild animals that makes Devil’s Den State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet a park interpreter to discover how the cottontail rabbit lives and survives every day on the ground. Then hear stories of rabbits

Storyteller's Seat: Tall Tales of the Ozarks

Storytelling has long been a cherished tradition—not only among campers, but also among the early settlers of the Ozarks. Join a park interpreter as we share some legends that shaped this region, creating new memories from stories that have been passed down. <br><br><br>

Nightshine: Eyes in the Dark

Meet a park interpreter to find out the creature behind glowing eyes in the dark and why they glow. 

 

Devil's Den Mammals

Step into the wild with a park interpreter and learn about local mammals by seeing and feeling real pelts—an interactive experience that brings nature to your fingertips. <br>
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Nature's Nightlights

Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, these glowing insects have lit up summer nights and imaginations for generations. Join a park interpreter to discover the fascinating science behind their glow—and learn why this natural light show is vital for their survival.<br>

Star Gazing Down in Devil's Den

When was the last time you were able to look up at sky full of stars? Take part in the timeless tradition of star gazing with a park interpreter at Devil's Den State Park. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing, and feel free to bring a flashlight (preferably with a red light setting), and lawn

Annual Lee Creek Cleanup

Join fellow volunteers for a yearly tradition as we come together to restore the beauty of the creek that winds through our park. For check-in and supplies, head to the Cleanup Headquarters at the Horse Day Use Area off Hwy 220. You're welcome to ask cleanup staff for suggestions on where to go

Who Goes There?

There are many creatures that call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover who they are and what clues they leave behind as they move about the park.

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