Upcoming Hobbs State Park Programs

Hobbs State Park - Conservation

Area: Branch out this summer and head to Hobbs State Park to experience nature.

• The national park is the largest in Arkansas with over 12,000 acres of trails, campsites, and ADA accessible landscape.

Why it’s important: Arkansas State Parks work to protect the Natural State. As a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism parks like Hobbs State Park preserve the state for future generations. By participating and sharing these programs, we can improve the quality of life and the thriving economy in our state.

What’s

happening:

This summer the park has many interactive programs and workshops for all ages.

• Venomous Snakes of Arkansas June 10 | 2:00 pm: Stay safe and learn from Park Interpreter Steve as he identifies six venomous snakes that live in the Natural state.

• Sunset Kayak Tour June 22 | 7:30 pm: Chase the sunset with a kayak tour on Beaver Lake. All equipment is provided and there’s space for 10 participants. Age 9-12 $12 and 12 and up $18.

• Meet the Nightshift June 24 | 8:00 pm: Explore the park in the nighttime and learn what happens when Hobbs State Park sleeps. The event will start on the Van Winkle Trail with a lightning bug hunt. Next explorers will hike on the Sinking Stream Trail. Recommended for those age six and up.