Illuminated Hike

Description

Spend a night with family and friends under the stars at Blue Mound State Park for an illuminated hike from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Climb the illuminated 40-foot-tall East Tower, navigate the lantern-lit staircase and hike a 1.4-mile illuminated John Minix Trail. The Friends of Blue Mound State Park will host a bonfire to warm up to, free s’mores and hot drinks at the picnic shelter at the top of the mound. The only cost for this fun-filled family event is a daily or annual park sticker, which can be purchased upon entry to the park.

Caution: The staircase from the East Tower is 700 feet and can be challenging for some. For a shorter hike without 700 feet of stairs, visitors are welcome to park at the Friends Shelter, access the illuminated loop, and drive to the top of the mound later.