Events

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Drag racing action is open to any automobile and any driver possessing a valid driver's license. In addition to the on-track drag racing action, a Show-N-Shine car show also takes place each Friday night. All vehicles are welcome to enter and awards will be given for the top-three finishers in each class. Fans are reminded of the […]

Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. This is a moderately strenuous hike covering approximately 3 miles, with […]

Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Drag racing action is open to any automobile and any driver possessing a valid driver's license. In addition to the on-track drag racing action, a Show-N-Shine car show also takes place each Friday night. All vehicles are welcome to enter and awards will be given for the top-three finishers in each class. Fans are reminded of the […]

Kids ages 5-15 can enjoy some outdoor fun on June 8th at this FREE fishing event in partnership with the Southside Sportsman Association! Kids will fish for catfish in the City pond from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, followed by a free cookout for participants from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Sign-up is at Locust Grove City […]

Join Panola Mountain State Park, the South River Watershed Alliance, and Rivers Alive in a joint effort clean up along the South River. This clean up with consist of both land and water. We will be meeting at the Panola Shoals landing point and cleaning from there to the Old Flat Bridge Road on Panola's […]

Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. This is a moderately strenuous hike covering approximately 3 miles, with […]

Improve your archery skills in this class that focuses on accuracy and shooting farther distances. Students must attend three basic archery classes before attending this program. Meet at Alexander Lake pavilion. Participants must call Nature Center to register no later than the day before the class is scheduled AND pay in advance. Reservations are nonrefundable. […]

Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Homeschoolers! Join our Interpretive Ranger for our monthly home school program on the first Thursday and second Wednesday of each month. Designed for children ages 6-12 to introduce them to a variety of nature-themed topics. Cost is $8/child. Call 770-389-7801 to register. Space is limited. Here is a breakdown of the 2019 schedule & topics:  […]

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Drag racing action is open to any automobile and any driver possessing a valid driver's license. In addition to the on-track drag racing action, a Show-N-Shine car show also takes place each Friday night. All vehicles are welcome to enter and awards will be given for the top-three finishers in each class. Fans are reminded of the […]

Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Drag racing action is open to any automobile and any driver possessing a valid driver's license. In addition to the on-track drag racing action, a Show-N-Shine car show also takes place each Friday night. All vehicles are welcome to enter and awards will be given for the top-three finishers in each class. Fans are reminded of the […]

Join our Archery Instructor for this spectacular program! During our Cosmic Archery program you will get to fine tune your archery skills in the dark with the assistance of black lights, glow in the dark targets, and glow sticks. Cost is $25/person (ages 18+). Call 770-389-7801 to register. Space is limited. Friday, Jul 19, 2019 […]

Friday, Jul 12, 2019 (8 PM to 10 PM) Saturday, Oct 19, 2019 (6 PM to 8 PM) Saturday, Dec 28, 2019 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM) Join us for a ranger-led hike up Panola Mountain to enjoy the sunset over Atlanta. The moonlight will guide us down to a lakeside campfire, where we'll enjoy […]

Admission $20, 12years and under $10, 5 years and under free. Early discount tickets $10 online only while they last. *Bike and Car Show Competition(free entry) 4 categories. *"Female Bikers Race Wars" Drag Race Competition". *Drive your car around the NASCAR Oval track $20/lap. *All day Grudge racing/test & tune, cars & bikes only $10 each car each […]

Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills, no matter the weather. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 & up. Class meets at the Nature Center, not at the archery range. Call Nature Center to register. Classes are offered at […]

Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. This is a moderately strenuous hike covering approximately 3 miles, with […]

Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills, no matter the weather. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 & up. Class meets at the Nature Center, not at the archery range. Call Nature Center to register. Classes are offered at […]

Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Grandstand tickets are just $5 for adults and ages 5 and under are admitted free for each evening of fun and grass-roots racing on the paved quarter-mile track at AMS, the Thunder Ring. Drivers as young as 8-years-old come from all over the nation to battle each night in eight different classes for the right to […]

Drag racing action is open to any automobile and any driver possessing a valid driver's license. In addition to the on-track drag racing action, a Show-N-Shine car show also takes place each Friday night. All vehicles are welcome to enter and awards will be given for the top-three finishers in each class. Fans are reminded of the […]

Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. This is a moderately strenuous hike covering approximately 3 miles, with […]

Join us for a family-fun evening in the park. We will be playing a family feature on our jumbo screen while your family relaxes in the park. Just bring your blanket or chairs. Concessions will be available for purchase from the Friends of Panola chapter. $5 Parking fee is required per vehicle. Parking fee: $5 […]

Saturday, Jul 6, 2019 (9 AM to 12 PM) Saturday, Jul 27, 2019 (9 AM to 12 PM) Sunday, Aug 4, 2019 (1 PM to 4 PM) Saturday, Aug 31, 2019 (9 AM to 12 PM) Join our Interpretive Ranger on a guided kayak paddle down the South River. We will travel roughly 4 miles […]