Events and Programs

The river is perfect for paddling at Mayo River State Park

500 Old Mayo Park Road
Mayodan, NC 27027

GPS: 36.439111, -79.947526

November - February: 8am - 6pm
March, April, September & October: 8am - 8pm
May - August: 8am - 9pm
Closed Christmas Day

Park Office
8am - 5pm weekdays
Closed state holidays

Scheduled events

Mayo River State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.

Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.

Stars and Planets

Have you ever wondered what you are seeing when you look up at the night sky? Come out and look with park staff and volunteers from the Greensboro Astronomy Club as we take a tour of the night sky. Start time is 06:00 pm at the field near the picnic shelter. Please use a red filter on your flashlight if you have one. Bring your own bug spray.
Park Address:
500 Old Mayo Park Road
Mayodan, NC 27027

For more information call the park office at 336-427-2530.
For more information about the Greensboro Astronomy Club, go to greensboroastronomyclub.org

Date of Event:

Sat, 11/23/2019 - 6:00pm

Start Location:

Field near the picnic shelter

Owl Prowl

Who’s out at night? Owls, that’s who! Join us at Mayo River State Park as we go on a prowl to learn more about the mysterious birds of the night. Meet at the park office at 5:30 pm.

Date of Event:

Sat, 11/30/2019 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm

Start Location:

Park Office

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