Pollinator Week: Benefield's Butterflies Hike

Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike, and, in celebration of Pollinator Week, watch for beautiful butterflies! Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen

Pollinator Week: Highpoint Hike

Think highly of the pollinators and wildflowers on the way to the Highpoint on Signal Hill! This is part of Mount Magazine State Park's celebration of Pollinator Week! Seasonally
appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and
sunscreen (although this hike is very

Pollinator Week: Cameron Bluff Stroll

For this Pollinator Week celebration, be on the lookout for some beautiful butterflies of Mount Magazine State Park, as you look out upon the most beautiful landscapes of Arkansas from Cameron's Bluff! This hike includes mostly paved surfaces, some uneven terrain, and rock steps. Seasonally

Pollinator Week: Dripping Springs Hike

Look for some beautiful pollinators, some sweet flowers on their menu, and some of the most beautiful mountainous views of Mount Magazine State Park on Dripping Springs Trail. This hike is part of Mount Magazine State Park's Pollinator Week celebration!  Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water

Pollinator Week: Will Apple's Wildflowers

Explore the wildflowers of Will Apple's Road with a park interpreter at Mount Magazine State Park in celebration of Pollinator Week! Seasonally
appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and
sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded), are all highly recommended,

Dutch Oven Cooking Look & Learn Table

Curious about cast iron cooking? Stop by our Dutch Oven Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to see Dutch ovens up close, explore how they work, and discover how people have used them for centuries - from campfire stews to baked goods. A park interpreter will be on hand to answer questions and

Slithering Snakes (Dardanelle Area)

Join a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area near the playground as we discover some fun facts about snakes that call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Discover how to tell the difference between a venomous and non-venomous snake. Then, don't miss out on the chance to

Kayaking Excursion on Dardanelle Bay

Kayaking on Dardanelle Bay gives you a different view of Lake Dardanelle you may have not gotten before, all from the safety of your boat. Join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak. Sign up at the visitor center (479) 967-5516 at least one day in advance. Ages 11 and under are not

Using Guano in Ozark Big-eared Bat Research with Lark Sybrant

Join Lark Sybrant, a Graduate Research Assistant at Arkansas Tech University, as she discusses her research into using bat guano to determine Ozark big-eared bats cave occupancy here in Arkansas as well as learning why our bats at Devil’s Den State Park are vital to a healthy ecosystem!

Fishing on Beaver Lake Tabletop

Learn more about fishing in the Natural State during the Arkansas free fishing weekend. Find out where you can access the lake from within the park for your next fishing adventure and learn more about the common fish species in Beaver Lake. Children of all ages can see how well they can cast by

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