First Day Hike (B.A.R.K. Ranger)
Thu, January 01, 2026
Join us for a stroll around the day-use area with your B.A.R.K. Ranger! Not a B.A.R.K Ranger? Come earn your badge!
Accessibility: Parking will be available near our Day Use and surrounding areas. Restroom is available near park store. Drinking water is available nearby and bottled water is available for purchase inside the park store. Gear for your pup is available in the park store. Program path consists of pavement, mowed grass, and steps. Steep hills in surrounding area but flat surface is available for use as well.
Program Expectations: Take a walk around the day-use area with your furry friend! Both seasoned and future B.A.R.K. Rangers are welcome! This hike is the perfect chance for your dog to earn their badge. Use this crisp winter morning to enjoy a beautiful walk with your fellow dog lovers and their best friends, all while taking in the sights and history of the park. (Dogs MUST remain on a leash at all times. Please pick up after them to prevent the spread of disease.)
When: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Dining Hall/Day Use
What to bring:
- Water
- Sun protection
- Proper hiking attire/gear
- Leash 6ft or less in length
- Waste bags
Program is included with park entry fees: $4 per person ages 13 and older, 12 and under are free. Programs are subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather. Dress for the weather! Cancellations will be announced on the Daingerfield State Park Facebook Page or you can call park headquarters. Check out our upcoming events!