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Halloween Bash – "It's Haunting in the Park"

10/28/2023 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO

Calling all goblins, ghosts and creatures of the night. Join us for an evening of Halloween frights and fun! Come dressed up as your favorite character and trick or treat your way through the campgrounds. Halloween games, a haunted hike and other activities will also be part of the festivities. End the evening with s'mores around a campfire.

Event Schedule:
  • 4-6 p.m. – Trick-or-treating in the campground; trunk or treat near the recycling station by the Mudlick Mountain Store and Grill
  • 5-8 p.m. – Games and activities, photo booth, and campfire and s'mores – all around the Mudlick Mountain Store and Grill
  • 6-8 p.m. – Haunted hike on Shut-Ins Trail (no pets, please) – hike is offered repeatedly between 6 and 8 p.m.

ATTENTION, CAMPERS ... You’re invited to participate in the fifth annual campsite decorating contest. Prizes will be awarded.  

Free parking will be available at the basketball court, Shelter 1, the visitor center and the field. Accessible parking will be at the CCC Lodge. Food will be available for purchase from the store and grill. 

For more information, contact the park concession at 573-856-4524. This event is subject to cancellation due to severe weather. Remember to bring a flashlight.


See the event flyer.

View a complete list of fall fun events in Missouri State Parks.

Read the news release.

Sam A. Baker State Park is located at:

5580 State Highway 143, Patterson, MO | 573-856-4411

Associated activities

  • Camping
  • Hiking