Trail of Tears State Park will kick off the new year with a free guided hike Sunday.
Nine Missouri state parks, along with others across the country, will hold First Day Hikes on Sunday.
Those wishing to participate should meet at the park's visitor center at 1 p.m. The hike will be about two miles along the park's southern boundary. To register, call 290-5268 and leave a message.
For more information on the First Day Hikes and Missouri state parks, visit mostateparks.com. For information on the First Day Hikes across the country, visit americasstateparks.org.
Pertinent address:
Trail of Tears State Park, Jackson, MO
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