Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park

1/3/2025 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO Join birders from across Missouri for the 125h annual Christmas Bird Count at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. This free event will begin at the Black River Center at 8 a.m. It is open to the public, and there is no need to register. Participants are […]

4/19/2025 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO Hop on over to Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park for our annual Easter Extravaganza! Kids of all ages are invited to join us for a fun-filled day of crafts, games and more! Be sure to bring a basket or bag to participate in the Easter egg […]

10/18/2025 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO Calling all disgusting and vile creatures – Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park is hosting its annual Halloween Happenings event. Join us dressed as your favorite movie character or supernatural creature, or in some other extravagant costume. This fun-filled night will feature costumes contests, a campsite decorating […]

1/5/2026 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO. Join birders from across the country for the 126th annual Christmas Bird Count at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. This free event will begin at the Black River Center at 8 a.m. It is open to the public, and there is no need to register. Participants […]

12/5/2025 to 12/7/2025 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO From Dec. 5-7, Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park will host a series of winter treks collectively known as the Frozen Chosin Challenge. Sponsored by the Missouri Korean War Veterans Memorial, this event is designed to bring awareness to the Korean War – specifically the […]

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4/4/2026 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO. After a long, cold winter, the arrival of spring feels transcendent. Come celebrate the magic of spring during this free event at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. Activities will include egg hunts, crafts, scavenger hunts and more! You can make your own fairy wings at the event, or […]