Chautauqua's Wonder of Nature



THE 2008 SEASON
MAY 10 - OCTOBER 19


"The most enjoyable hike we found was the Panama Rocks"
Buffalo News, Feature on Hiking in WNY (09/97)

12 Acres of an Erupted Paleozoic Seashore
Originating Over 300 Million Years Ago
A Ridge of Quartz Conglomerate Rock
Carved and Shaped by a Glacier
All Amid An Ancient Forest *

Escape From Civilization Awhile
Experience This Awe Inspiring Nature
An Enchanting World of Towering Rocks
Hundreds of Deep, Crevice Passageways
Cool, Cavernous Dens and Small Caves
Grotesque Roots Snake Down Rocks
Delicate Ferns and Mosses Abound
1 Mile Hiking Trail (Self-Guided)
Off-Trail Exploring Permitted
Great Outdoor Recreation
Fun For Kids of All Ages


* THE 'ANCIENT' FOREST
The forest at Panama Rocks has been recognized and included in
The Sierra Club Guide to the Ancient Forests of the Northeast
There are 200 to 300 year old Hemlocks, and seven other species
of venerable trees, including beech, black cherry, red maple, and
sugar maple, some trees having diameters of over three feet.
The way that tree roots grow down and around the rocks
adds a special uniqueness and character to this forest.


Erie Times News
Feature Article
(July 2003)





[WHAT TO KNOW]WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING

[PEEK 'N PEAK RESORT PHOTOS]GREAT PHOTOS OF PANAMA ROCKS
......COURTESY OF PEEK 'N PEAK RESORT





SPECIAL NOTICE:
PANAMA ROCKS SCENIC PARK
IS CURRENTLY FOR SALE





GENERAL CONTENTS


[GENERALBasic Park Information & Prices

[RULESPark Rules & Restrictions

[GEOLOGYGeology & History

[VIRTUALPhoto Tour

[GROUPGroup Rates

[DIRECTIONSDirections & Map

[MEDALLION]The Mystery Medallion

[FREE TRAVEL GUIDE]Free Chautauqua Travel Guide

[COUNTY CHAUTAUQUA LAKE AREA LINKS
Attractions, Restaurants, Accomodations, Info



e-mail = pj@panamarocks.com







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COUNTERPOINT


Escape to a fun, relaxing, sub-tropical beach town.


FORT MYERS BEACH
AND THE LEE ISLAND COAST


Includes many links to interesting websites,
especially for naturalists and conservationists.
[ some great Sanibel & Captiva links, too ]






INTRA SITE NAVAGATION LINKS


Photo Tour
Misc. Park Photos
History & Geology
General Information
Location & Directions
The Mystery Medallion