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First Day Hike

1/1/2024 | Hawn State Park | Ste. Genevieve, MO

Meet park staff at the White Oaks Trail trailhead for Hawn’s First Day Hike. This moderately difficult guided hike will follow White Oaks Trail to Connector 2, then take Whispering Pines Trail downstream along Pickle Creek to Connector 1 before ending at the White Oaks Trail parking lot. The hike will cover a distance of approximately 2 miles and should take about two hours to complete.

These trails are not considered ADA accessible and are not suitable for strollers, as they have some loose rocks and uneven terrain. However, children are encouraged to attend, and dogs are welcome if they are leashed. Participants should dress for the weather and bring water and snacks.

This event is co-sponsored by the Friends of Hawn Association. It is free and open to the public.

For more information, call the park office at 573-883-3603. To check the status of the hike, call the park or visit the Park and Site Status Map.

Registration is required for this event. To register, click here and use the "Choose Date" box to find the listing. For help registering, call the the park office at the number listed above.

Hike time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Meeting location: White Oaks Trail trailhead

See the event flyer.

First Day Hikes are promoted by America’s State Parks. Click here to see more First Day Hikes at Missouri State Parks.

Hawn State Park is located at:

12096 Park Drive, Ste. Genevieve, MO | 573-883-3603

Associated activities

  • Hiking