3rd Annual Pumpkin Hike!
Take a walk at night along a trail lined with carved pumpkins.
About this Event
We're excited for the 3rd annual Pumpkin Hike at Mueller!
Pumpkins carved by park staff, volunteers and community members will line a 1/4 mile of the Wapiti Trail. Hike the trail to see the imaginative vegetable art and vote for your favorite at the Visitor Center. The pumpkin with the most votes will receive a prize!
If you'd like to submit a pumpkin for the trail you can drop off carved pumpkins at the park Visitor Center at these times:
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 9am-4pm
Thursday, Oct. 15, 9am-7pm
Friday, Oct. 16, 9am-4pm
Bring a flashlight or headlamp and dress in layers.
More details to come as the event gets closer.
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