What a great way to kick off the new year! We have - since 2012!

*See below for updates on conditions as of 12/31/25.

Start out on the right foot in 2026 with a short hike, exploring nature in winter at Hills Creek. This slow-paced, family-oriented hike will be less than 1.5 miles in length. If conditions warrant, limited snowshoes (or traction devices) will be available (or you are encouraged to bring your own).

Once again this year, the park is hosting a 5K Fun Run around the lake. It's a no frills no cost run where you record your own time and have some fun challenging your friends to some healthy competition or just challenge yourself to healthy activity.

Come early or stay late – the sledding hill is nearby or you can explore more trails - even the plowed campground roads throughout the park.

*Conditions Update 12/31/25: Trail conditions are very challenging at best. For the hike, we will plan to hike the treated park roadways into the campground as best we safely can. Traction devices won't be required to do this, but there still could be some slick areas. For the 5K, running isn't advised, but we realize that some of you are quite used to these conditions. Please make the best call for your own comfort level with safety in mind. Traction devices are a MUST for hiking or running trails. All events are still a go - we want to support you stepping outdoors in 2026 (...as best we can with conditions).