Sam A. Baker State Park

4/12/2025 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO Sam A. Baker State Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the state, and we could use your help in getting it ready for the upcoming visitation season. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Sam A. Baker State Park are proud to […]

The St. Francois Mountains are coming alive with vibrant color and beauty. Join a park naturalist for a leisurely stroll along the popular Shut-Ins Trail while learning about the many types of wildflowers and how to identify them. (Feel free to look at the flowers, but please don't pick them or wander off the trail.) […]

Edible plants surround us in nature, and many can serve as a tasty snack or side dish. Join a park naturalist to learn about some of these so-called "wild edibles" during a leisurely stroll on Shut-Ins Trail. As we walk, we will discuss some of the dietary and medicinal uses of plants and learn about […]

5/24/2025 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO Enjoy some great music and fun company from the Whitewater Bluegrass Band in this free concert at Sam A. Baker State Park. Whitewater is an upbeat band that plays new and traditional bluegrass and gospel music with a little humor included. The band is a […]

9/20/2025 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO The public is invited to a town hall-style meeting for Sam A. Baker State Park. Representatives from Missouri State Parks will be on hand to provide information about the park and answer questions. The public is encouraged to share comments about the park and its […]

10/25/2025 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO Calling all goblins, ghosts and creatures of the night! Join us for an evening of Halloween frights and fun! Come dressed up as your favorite character and trick or treat your way through the campgrounds. Plus, enjoy Halloween games, interpretive activities, a haunted hike, and […]

4/11/2026 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO. Sam A. Baker State Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the state, and we could use your help in getting it ready for the upcoming visitation season. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Sam A. Baker State Park are proud to […]