Rock Bridge Renew

at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park

11/14/2026 | Rock Bridge Memorial State Park | Columbia, Mo.

Rock Bridge Renew is Rock Bridge Memorial State Park's biannual volunteer event. Each spring and fall, volunteers are invited to enjoy a morning at the park while renewing the park's natural beauty. The event is sponsored by Missouri State Parks and the Friends of Rock Bridge Memorial State Park.

The fall 2026 event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 14. It will consist of litter pickup and invasive plant removal. The litter pickup will take place along Highway 163, and the invasive plant removal will focus on species such as bush honeysuckle. 

Leadership, equipment, and complimentary pizza and soda will be provided. Volunteers should meet at the Devil's Icebox parking lot with water bottles and weather-appropriate clothing. This event is best suited for ages 14 and up, and children must be accompanied by adults. There is no need to register.

Event Location

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park is located at 5901 S. Highway 163, about 6 miles south of Columbia. The Devil's Icebox parking lot is about a mile south of the park office, at the following coordinates: 38.87302, -92.32590.

Additional Information and Similar Events

More information about this event can be obtained by calling the park office at 573-449-7402. A complete list of upcoming volunteer events at Missouri state parks and historic sites is available on our volunteer events page.