Panola Mountain State Park Office and Visitor Center

I visited the park with my kids, and I was pleasantly surprised. It's like a hidden gem. The park is beautiful, quiet and clean. There is a playground, restrooms, lots of picnic areas, gym area, trails, etc. My kids love it and want me to take them back every day. There is also a park fee. You have the option of doing a daily pass for $5 or an annual pass for $50 with various ways of paying.

There's a $5 fee to park at the Archery Center location, but there is ample parking. Activities include archery practice in the designated area, picnicking at the covered picnic area, fishing at the lake, hiking, biking and running the paved trails, or exploring the unpaved trails. If you have the energy to go the distance, you can travel the paved trails all the way to the South River trails. There are restrooms in the parking area; the ladies' room smelled as though it had been freshly cleaned when I visited. Pro Tip: State Park parking passes are available to check out for seven days at the library.

Always a great place to hike. Questions answered, decent view. We went recently for the 4th of July event. If you are looking for a relaxing evening after a short hike, then this event is the place. Lots of fireworks in the distance, but not in your face. Very informational! Just remember to watch where you step!

It’s a pretty good place to site see and walk or bike the trails. Camping 🏕️ here is nice but the walk to the campground is like WOW 😯. You need to be prepared to walk at least 3/4 of a mile to get there. I’d do it again 😊. I’m enjoying my visit here.

Enjoyed the day. Only took off a star as the staff didn't really want to assist us as this was our first time to visit. But it didn't stop the enjoyment of the park.