Nature Lovers’ Weekend
This Valentine’s weekend, celebrate your love of the outdoors! Hikes, nature photography, and more! You can even become a citizen scientist and join the birder walk with Taylor Long from the Northwest Arkansas Audubon Society on Saturday for the Annual Great Backyard Bird Count. All skill levels are welcome!
Daybreak Diamond Tour
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past diamond finds to help in your own search!
Hikes, Hearts, Hugs and Trees
Enjoy a weekend of themed programming celebrating all things love at Petit Jean State Park. Please see our detailed programming for specific programs, locations and times.
Diamond Mining 101
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
Density Detective
Did you know that diamonds have buddies? Its true! There are certain minerals that like to “hang out” with diamonds. Finding these minerals could lead us to a diamond hot spot. Learn all about diamond “buddies” and how to find them. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom.
Rocky Valley Hike to the East Quarry/Crystalized Tears Monument Art
Join a park interpreter as we depart on the Rocky Valley Trail. We’ll descend through the valley between the Fulk Mountains and ascend the other side up to the Dickinson Overlook at the East Quarry, learning about the flora, fauna, and geology we discover along the way! We’ll also learn more about the Monument art […]
Rock House Cave Hike
Meet a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave Trailhead to hike to the park’s archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile long. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring along water.
Mountain Medicine Hike
Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a park interpreter to learn about how the settlers used the mountain’s resources to heal. This easy 1-mile hike takes place along the […]
Knots and Navigation
Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
Wonder House Tour
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park interpreter at the Wonder House to explore its fascinating history and one-of-a-kind architecture.