First Day Hike
1/1/2026 | Harry S Truman State Park | Warsaw, MO.
Harry S Truman State Park will be hosting a First Day Hike on New Year's Day 2026! First Day Hikes are promoted by America's State Parks and are held at parks across the country at the start of each year.
This moderately challenging guided hike will take place on 1000th Mile Trail and cover a distance of 1 mile. This stretch of trail is significant because it was the 1,000th mile of trail installed in Missouri's state park system. The trail travels through a glade area, climbs a large bluff, passes through woodlands, and then returns to the trailhead. There is a good possibility that participants will see white-tailed deer, bald eagles, wild turkey, and other local and migratory birds. The views from the bluff are some of the best in the state and a must-see for nature lovers of all kinds. You will have a sweeping view of Truman Lake, Truman Dam and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers visitor center.
The event is free, open to the public, and suitable for all ages. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and bring water and snacks. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash.
Registration is required and can be completed using the link provided here. If the hike is canceled, an announcement will be emailed to registrants and posted on the park's Facebook page and the Park and Site Status Map.
For more information about the hike, please call the park superintendent at 573-508-2764.
When and Where:
- Start time: 1 p.m.
- End time: 2 p.m.
- Meet at the 1000th Mile Trail trailhead (GPS coordinates: 38.27238, -93.44320)
Harry S Truman State Park contact information:
- Address: 28761 State Park Road W., Warsaw, Mo.
- Park superintendent phone number (First Day Hike information): 573-508-2764
- Park office phone number (general park information): 660-438-7711