In-Seine Adventure

The Arkansas River creates many opportunities for enjoyment as it journeys through Lake Dardanelle. What all lives in the lake besides fish and turtles? Well, here is your chance to find out. We will seine for macro-invertebrates and see who is living in the lake. Come prepared to get wet and wear

Nature Encounters

The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center for this program designed to give visitors the chance to experience some park residents and learn to identify them.

Nature Items Scavenger Hunt

There is great diversity in habitat and animals at Lake Dardanelle, making it easy to explore and enjoy nature here. We will see how many of the nature items on our list you can find. There will be some interesting things on her list, so bring your thinking cap, be ready to get creative with your

2025 Pollinator Week: Beautiful Butterflies

Arkansas has many different butterflies, but how do identify them? Meet a park interpreter to discover some helpful tips and tricks to identifying butterflies. 

2025 Pollinator Week: Mighty Morphers

What is metamorphosis? What kind of creatures go through it and how does that compare to how people grow? Join a park interpreter to learn about the process, why it’s unique, and stick around for a fun craft!

Birds at Work

<p>Humans aren’t the only ones that build. Discover how birds&nbsp;at Mount Magazine State Park are quite the builders! This program includes a<br>
fun hands-on activity that is best suited for ages 7-12.</p>

Mountain Songs on the Lodge Terrace

Join a park interpreter and enjoy the beautiful view of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources you might encounter while adventuring Magazine State Park. This program will relocate inside the

A Beneficial Benefield Hike

<p>Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded), are all highly recommended for this easy</p>

Leave No Trace

Discover&nbsp;the seven principles of Leave No Trace and how they relate to allowing everyone&nbsp;enjoy Mount Magazine State Park for years to come. All are welcome to this program, best&nbsp;suited for ages 7-12. This is a fun, interactive activity-based program. <br>
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