Panola State Park
Diamorpha Days: Guided Mountain Hike
Diamorpha smallii is in bloom! Endemic to the Southeast, this gorgeous red succulent fills Panola Mountain’s solution pits during the month of March and makes for some beautiful photo...
Creature Feature
Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at...
Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt
Peter Cottontail is leaving eggs hidden in the park! Pick up an Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt at the Park Office, then use the clues to find the hidden eggs and fun nature facts. Crack the secret code...
Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt
Peter Cottontail is leaving eggs hidden in the park! Pick up an Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt at the Park Office, then use the clues to find the hidden eggs and fun nature facts. Crack the secret code...
Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt
Peter Cottontail is leaving eggs hidden in the park! Pick up an Egg-citing Scavenger Hunt at the Park Office, then use the clues to find the hidden eggs and fun nature facts. Crack the secret code...
Creature Feature
Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at...
Homeschool at Panola: Dendrochronology (Grades K-5)
One way to learn about trees is looking at their annual rings. Learn how to date a tree and infer environmental and historical changes throughout a tree’s life. This activity is part of the...
Homeschool at Panola: Dendrochronology (Grades K-5)
One way to learn about trees is looking at their annual rings. Learn how to date a tree and infer environmental and historical changes throughout a tree’s life. This activity is part of the...
Salamander Meander
Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to...
Guided Mountain Hike
Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water....
Skulls, Shells, and Furs
Visit the Outdoor Classroom anytime between 1:30PM and 3:30PM to explore different skulls, shells, and furs of animals from the piedmont region. This program is designed for families of all ages. In...
Lost But Found, Safe and Sound
Join Search and Rescue (SAR) Specialist Dianne Stone and her trusty K9 companion Maisy to learn simple techniques and supplies you should always have on hand when venturing into the great outdoors....
Spring Ecology Hike
Join the Park Naturalist on a short hike on the Rock Outcrop Trail (0.75 mi) to see what’s blooming this spring! Register in advance by calling the Park Office as space is limited. Meet at the...