Arkansas Spring Break Week: American Indian Storytelling
Storytelling is a tool that connects past, present, and future generations. Even though we don’t know what stories these prehistoric people told, we can be sure they were sharing stories and keeping generations connected. Join a park interpreter to hear and even participate in a few Native American stories similar to what would have been […]
Afternoon Kayak Expedition
Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddling experience is necessary to sign up for this guided kayak adventure. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are provided. […]
Adventure in the Ozarks Hike
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. The program will end at Yellow Rock, so you have extra time to spend there or continue the trail on your own.
58th Annual Jonquil Festival
Create memories and celebrate a tradition at Historic Washington State Park. This two-day festival heralds the arrival of spring in Southwest Arkansas! Thousands of jonquils welcome craftspeople, entertainers, and visitors to the town of Historic Washington. Unique crafts and delicious foods are just part of the attractions. Tours of the park, historic homes, and museums […]
Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two Event
Let Mount Magazine State Park host your Valentine’s Day with that special someone! Skycrest Restaurant at the lodge will be serving one of a kind Valentine’s Day specials. Park interpreter-led themed program opportunities will be offered all weekend as well!
Pioneer Cemetery Tour: A Lasting Legacy
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place for the area’s earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and learn about hardships, resilience and history that shaped this rugged landscape.
Bird Watching Hike with a Ranger
Join us for a peaceful hour of birdwatching along the 1-mile hiking trail. Meet at the trailhead.
Ten Essential Skills in Outdoor Preparedness
Your journey into the deep Delta landscape begins here. We will meet at the Watson trailhead and caravan a short distance in your vehicle to the Yancopin Trailhead. Then we will discover how to prepare for a hike and useful skills when on a trail. After lunch, you will be able to test your newly […]
Hibernation Station
While Arkansas isn’t covered in snow all winter, the inhabitants of forests undergo fascinating transformations and exhibit surprising habits to survive the colder months. Stop by the Falls to discover the many ways wildlife of the area live through the winter. This is a come and go station.
Hiking Tips
Are you prepared for your hike at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Do you have the equipment and skills necessary for a fun and safe hike? Meet a park interpreter to discover more about everything you need to successfully enjoy one of the park’s beautiful trails.