Night Hike (UV Lights & Sounds)

Experience the secret night time wonders hiding around the lake with blacklights and a few ranger tricks!

Accessibility: Parking will be available at the Day Use and surrounding areas. Restroom is available at Pavilion. Drinking water available nearby. Path to program is pavement, grass, and/or rock steps. Path during program will be relatively flat with some minor trip hazards and a few foot bridges.

Program Expectations: PARK WILL BE DARK. Program will consist of a UV (blacklight) night hike to search for glowing critters and plants. We will also listen for owls, bats, raccoons, frogs, and more nocturnal creatures!

Please do not bring SUPER BRIGHT white lights. This will negatively affect participants' experiences. Any type of RED LIGHT or soft/dim white is ideal for night time events. *Some wildlife becomes more active at night. While this is great for experience, safety precautions are at a high. Snakes, skunks, raccoons, coyotes, bobcats, biting insects, tripping, and many other hazards may present themselves during the program. Please stay with the ranger at all times if you are not familiar with these hazards.*

When: 7 - 9p

Where: Amphitheater

What to bring: 

• Water
• Bug Spray
• Red Light Flashlight (optional)
• UV Blacklight (optional)

Program is included with park entry fees: $4 per person ages 13 and older, 12 and under are free. Programs are subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather. Dress for the weather! Cancellations will be announced on the Daingerfield State Park Facebook Page or you can call park headquarters. Check out our upcoming events!