Panella Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Panella Park is a small park located in the city of Stockton, California.


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Summary

It is a popular destination for local residents and visitors alike, offering a variety of amenities and activities.

One of the main reasons to visit Panella Park is its beautiful natural setting. The park is situated on the banks of the Calaveras River, and features lush greenery, winding walking paths, and serene picnic areas. The park is also home to a number of unique and interesting points of interest, including a large playground area, a skate park, and a basketball court.

Other notable features of Panella Park include its equestrian trails, which wind through the surrounding countryside, and its dog park, which is a popular spot for pet owners to bring their furry friends for some exercise and socialization.

One interesting fact about Panella Park is that it was named after an influential local family who donated the land for the park's construction. The park has also been the site of a number of community events and celebrations over the years, including music festivals, picnics, and charity walks.

The best time of year to visit Panella Park is typically in the spring or fall, when temperatures are mild and the park is at its most beautiful. However, the park is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy its amenities and activities no matter what time of year they choose to visit.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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