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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, JUNE 2, 2026 – An incredible lineup of activities awaits you at Missouri state parks and historic sites this month.
- Saturdays in June 6 Big Lake State Park.
Big Lake State Park has several events planned throughout the summer. Join the park team for one or all events! Big Lake State Park is located at 204 Lake Shore Drive in Craig.- June 6, at 6:30 p.m. – What’s Bugging Ya at the Lake? Let’s look at the different kinds of bugs that live here in Missouri.
- June 13, at 6:30 p.m. – Who Lives Here? Have fun finding out about four different animals and their habitats here in Missouri.
- June 20, at 10 a.m. – Fun Morning at the Lake. Come join the park team as they use nature to make beautiful sun print pictures, leaf etchings and animal track prints.
- June 27, at 6:30 p.m. – Night Sky. Come see how sailors and settlers used the night sky to know which direction they were going.
- Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. – Guided Hike on Spirit Trail at Knob Noster State Park.
Celebrate National Trails Day by joining the park naturalist for a guided hike on Spirit Trail at Knob Noster State Park. This easy hike will begin at the Clearfork Shelter and will cover approximately 1 mile on flat surfaces. Along the way, there may be opportunities to see deer, squirrels, birds and other wildlife. This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, but children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Pets are permitted but must be kept on a leash. Participants should dress for the weather and bring snacks, water and insect repellent. The hike is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. Knob Noster State Park is located at 873 SE 10 in Knob Noster.
- Saturdays, June 7 and 21, at 9:30 a.m. – Yoga in the Park at Knob Noster State Park.
Yoga in the Park with Suzy Latare is back at Knob Noster State Park in 2026. These free classes are scheduled for the first and third Sunday of each month through October. Classes begin at the Clearfork Shelter at 9:30 a.m. at 873 SE 10 in Knob Noster. Everyone is welcome and there is no need to register. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel, as well as water, sunscreen and insect repellent.
- Friday, June 12, at 8 p.m. – Wildflower Hike at Battle of the Island Mound State Historic Site.
Discover the blooms of the 1800s. Join us for a 0.6-mile guided hike along Courage Trail to uncover the secrets of the native wildflowers that call this historic landscape home. The hike will begin from the kiosk in front of the parking lot at 8 p.m. It will last about an hour. This event is free and open to the public; there is no need to register. Participants should wear sturdy shoes and bring water and insect repellent. Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site is located at 4837 NW County Road 1002 in Butler.
- Saturday, June 20, from 9 am. to noon – Kids Fishing Day at Wallace State Park.
Kids Fishing Day, sponsored by Missouri State Parks and the Missouri Department of Conservation, will be held at Lake Allaman at 10621 NE Highway 121 in Cameron. Fishing poles, bait and assistance will be provided. Parents are encouraged to attend. Fishing permits are not required during this event. The event will also feature a nature display and drawings for prizes! All activities will take place at the open shelter by the lake. Participation is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register.
- Saturday, June 27, at 9 a.m. – Clearfork Creek Cleanup at Knob Noster State Park.
Calling all volunteers! We need your help cleaning up Clearfork Creek. Meet at the visitor center at 9 a.m. before heading out to pick up litter along the creek. Everyone is welcome to attend, and there is no need to register. Be sure to bring work gloves, a water bottle, and footwear that is suitable for walking in and around the creek. Knob Noster State Park is located at 873 SE 10, Knob Noster.
The primary source of funding for the state park system is half of the dedicated constitutional tax of one-tenth-of-one-percent Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax. The tax provides about three-fourths of the division's budget for operation and development of state parks. All additional funding for Missouri's Division of State Parks comes from revenues generated in the state park system and some federal funds.
For detailed information on any of these activities, please visit Missouri State Parks Upcoming Events. For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri's Division of State Parks is part of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
