Possum Kingdom State Park

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Skins and Skulls
Gain some hands-on experience and learn to identify some of the cool critters that call Possum Kingdom Home!
Tenkara Fly-Fishing
Want to learn to fly-fish? Our Rangers can teach you how!
Stargazing
Learn to identify some of the most popular constellations and hear their stories.
Night Hike
Uncover some of the secrets of the night with this ranger-guided evening hike.
Easter Egg Hunt
Explore Possum Kingdom, and search for Easter eggs!!!
Sunset Hike
Take a leisurely stroll through hardwood forests to a charming sunset overlook with the best view on the Lake. Along the way you'll learn all about the rich history and diverse environment that make Possum Kingdom a truly magical place. Make sure to bring plenty of drinking water and wear closed-toed shoes. Meet up at the Lakeview Trailhead in the Primitive Parking area.
Skins and Skulls
Get up close and personal with some of the real skull and fur specimens from Possum Kingdom Lake.
PK Unexplored
Explore some of the less-traveled corners of the park on this Ranger-guided hike!
Watercolors by the Lake
Let the sights and sound of Possum Kingdom Lake inspire your next masterpiece!
Tenkara Fly-Fishing
Learn the ins and outs of flyfishing from fly selection to casting techniques!
Full Moon Party
Gaze at the moon and learn more about its features with our Rangers. Meet in the Spanish Oaks Camping Loop.
9 Pin Bowling
Learn the history of this unique Texan game and roll a few frames with your friends and family!
Haunted Trails
Take a spooky stroll through our CCC Camp Trail... If you dare!
Scorpion Hunt
Use a black light to hunt for scorpions at the old CCC Camp.
Turkey Talk
Learn to talk like a turkey!
First Day Hikes and Possum Plunge
Ring in the New Year with a guided hike to the summit of our Longhorn Trail. Then cool off with the Possum Plunge. This refreshing dip into the cold waters of Possum Kingdom Lake is sure to sharpen the senses for 2025! Then, finish off the day with a final hike up the Chapparal trail.
Camper's Christmas Competition
Decorate your camper for a chance to win prizes!
Astronomy in the Park
Join us for a Ranger-led tour of the night sky.
Explore Bowhunting
Join our certified archery instructors for a hands-on workshop showcasing all of the skills you need to harvest your first animal with a Bow. All ages are welcome and no experience is required.
The Call of the Wild
Learn to speak the language of some of the critters that call Possum Kingdom home!
The River of Time
Travel through the history of Possum Kingdom country as you hike along the Brazos River.
Trap Ball
Play this precursor to baseball on our historic CCC Camp Parade Grounds.
Stargazing
Learn all about the skies above through the lens of our telescope.
Fishing 101
Learn everything you need to know to catch more fish!
Songs of the Trail
Join our campfire and listen to the songs and stories of life on the trail in the 19th Century.
CCC Camp Hike
Walk in the footsteps of the men who built Possum Kingdom State Park in 1941.
Cowboy Coffee
Enjoy a cup of coffee brewed with the same method used by cowboys on the trail in the 19th century. Then chat with our Rangers to learn about what it's like to work at a State Park.
Buffalo Soldiers in Possum Kingdom County
Ride into history with the Buffalo Soldiers!