John James Audubon State Park

The Monarch Butterfly captures everyone’s attention! This nearly endangered species completes a two-way migration, but there’s so much mystery surrounding it! Attend the Monarch Migration Mysteries program: You’ll learn the Monarch’s incredible story in an engaging presentation, then caravan with us offsite to capture, tag, and release these beautiful creatures. Tags and butterfly nets are…

Sunday, September 21, 2025 3:00 P.M. John James Audubon Museum Cost: FREE   To celebrate “Ask a Curator Day,” our Museum Curator Connor Humphrey will be answering the 3 most asked questions he receives. Connor will cover how Audubon’s paintings were made into prints, what connections Audubon had with slavery, and what a museum curator…

Spend a little bit of time on this National Public Lands Day, Saturday, Sept. 27th at 2 P.M., getting to know the diversity of trees around John James Audubon State Park! Our naturalist will lead you on an accessible guided walk around the park’s wooded edges to help you identify the many tree species found…

If you've not made your fall camping plans yet, better hurry and get this one on your list! Book your campsite now, get your costumes ready and pull out your spookiest decorations--you won't want to miss the Campground Halloween at John James Audubon State Park, October 17-18, 2025! Campsite decorating contest, age-level (and pet!) costume…

Explore the great outdoors in Audubon State Park at 6:30 pm, held at Audubon State Park 🌿 Meet the park’s naturalist for an insightful hike and discover the beauty of the park while learning about its unique ecosystems. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature! Bring a flashlight!!