Every year the Friends work diligently with the staff at McCormick’s Creek State Park to host annual events that people have come to know and love. The Friends contribute by providing volunteers, financial assistance, and planning. Click on the events to the right to learn more.
First Day Hike
Pictured here are a group of hikers excited to get outside on a sunny winter day. There is always a great turn-out for the First Day Hike on January 1st.
There are many ways for a Friend to get involved with this event. You can hike, participate in the photography contest, or volunteer to help with providing post hike snacks or visitor information.
Spring 5K
ATTENTION! The Friends are hosting only ONE race in 2025, the Spring 5k Road Race. Time to register now!
When: April 19th, 2025, 8:30AM
Where: Packet pick-up at Nature Center
Why: To get outside, enjoy our beautiful park, and support the mission of the Friends of McCormick’s Creek State Park!
Volunteers are always needed to help!
To volunteer, email Laura at:
race-director@friendsmccormickscreek.org.
Did you know? This race is very popular and generates the majority of the Friends funding for the year.
Runners and walkers start the retired Fall Trail 5k/10k
Runners and walkers start the Spring Road 5k
race sponsors
Our donors help to make our races successful.
Thank you to ALL of our sponsors and donors!
2025 Spring 5K Run/Walk Sponsors
Arts, Blues, & BBQ Festival
Fall-O-Ween
Guests wait in line for the Haunted Trail
A family-friendly spooky scene on the Haunted Trail
Holiday Quilts at the Creek
The Friends hosted their first annual holiday quilt show at the Canyon Inn in December 2024. Quilters from across the state were invited to create a quilt and have it judged by People’s Choice. It was a successful fundraiser and we are excited for 2025!
