Labor Day Weekend Events

9/1/2017 to 9/4/2017 | Washington State Park | De Soto, MO

Friday
  • 6:30 p.m. - S’mores Meet and Greet – Campground Showerhouse Entrance
    Join Washington State Park interpretive staff for a meet and greet at the entrance to the campground showerhouse.  S’mores will be provided.
Saturday
  • 2 p.m. - Petroglyph and Glade Tour - Petroglyph Site
    This guided interpretive walk highlights two of Washington State Park's unique features. The walk begins with a tour of the ancient Native American rock carvings and will then venture out onto the glade, where visitors will learn about life on this landscape. 
  • 4 p.m. -  Nature Hour - Campground
    Bicycles are a lot of fun – but the falls aren’t.  Learn how to be safe when riding your bicycle.
  • 7 p.m. – Bike Safety Program and Campground Parade - Campground Amphitheater
    Join Washington State Park interpretive staff and the park ranger to learn all about bicycle safety.  Then grab your bikes and safety gear for a bicycle campground parade.
Sunday
  • 2 p.m. - Petroglyph and Glade Tour - Petroglyph Site
    This guided interpretive walk highlights two of Washington State Park's unique features. The walk begins with a tour of the ancient Native American rock carvings and will then venture out onto the glade, where visitors will learn about life on this landscape. 
  • 4 p.m. -  Nature Stroll - Campground
    Join Washington State Park interpretive staff for a guided walk to discover nature.  Hike is approximately 1 mile over paved and natural surface trail.
  • 7 p.m. -  Park Safety - Campground Amphitheater
    Do you know how to be safe in nature?  What is the best way to pack for a trip to the park? Learn all of the trips and tricks to make your next camping trip safe.
Monday
  • 9 a.m. -  Nature Hour - Campground Amphitheater
    Join Washington State Park staff for this morning nature hour.

All events are weather and conditions permitting and subject to change.

13041 State Highway 104, De Soto, MO | 636-586-5768

Associated activities

  • Hiking
  • Interpretive Programs