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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join Ranger Marcia at the Gold Museum to enjoy some hands-on learning! How we mine gold can be a complicated process, but Ranger Marcia is going to explain how we get the gold once it’s found and how it’s processed into items we use daily - with Play-Doh! Get ready for some hands-on fun to learn about gold! 706-864-2257.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Throughout history, bread has been the most important food source for everyone. The baker will be rolling dough and baking fresh loaves of bread out at the Bake & Brew kitchen. Stop by to see what 18th century baking was like! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Head on over to the chicken coop on the heritage farm and listen to everything you never knew you needed to know about chickens! One of our interpretive staff will be present and talking all about our feathered farmyard friends. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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See how Pewter is heated and used to make castings. Cast your own souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Stop by anytime between 2 and 4 PM. We'll be at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center to help you to achieve your artistic vision! Brought to you by Friends of Red Top Mountain State Park. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Come learn about the CCC at our museum and the work that the 'CCC boys' did for the park and the country. Then, weather permitting, hike around Lake Trahlyta and visit the waterfall.
Meet at the CCC museum. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Every Sunday afternoon, follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours come at an additional fee of $2 per person and run about an hour long. $6.75-$10.25 912-437-4770.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Drop in and make a vintage craft in our Visitor Center. Grounds admission pays for your craft. Play old-fashion games on our lawn, browse our out-buildings, and picnic on site to make a day of fun. $7. 706-878-1077.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us to learn to build a fire and for a talk about the CCC. Smores will be provided. For questions, please call the front office. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for an educational guided hike up to the west overlook, and a tour of the CCC stone fire tower. Registration is required. Please visit or contact the park office to register. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join the ranger for a farm animal encounter. Get up close and personal and learn about these animals’ habits and heritage.Pre-registration is required by calling or visiting our park visitor center. Meet at the Relihan building on the Heritage Farm. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join the ranger for a farm animal encounter. Get up close and personal and learn about these animals’ habits and heritage.Pre-registration is required by calling or visiting our park visitor center. Meet at the Relihan building on the Heritage Farm. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Painters and art fans alike are welcome to our outdoor painting Plein Air event! No prizes or judging, just lots of artsy fun. There is lots to paint: centuries old moss draped live oaks, saltmarsh overlooks, an 1850s era plantation house, and historic outbuildings. $5 - $25. 912-264-7333.
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Join one of our rangers for a guided tour of the farm and hear some tall tales, and a few short ones, on the hissstory of snake encounters and the complicated relationship rural farmers had with snakes over the years. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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We will have various historic trades represented at this event including, but not limited to blacksmithing, woodworking, sewing, spinning, etc. A food concession will be available. There is sure to be something for everyone! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Every Sunday afternoon, follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours come at an additional fee of $2 per person and run about an hour long. $6.75-$10.25 912-437-4770.
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Tag along with our naturalist for a guided tour of our 19th century Heritage Farm. Explore the out buildings, learn the reasons for their construction. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Tag along with our naturalist for a guided tour of our 19th century Heritage Farm. Explore the out buildings, learn the reasons for their construction. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Come watch the Solar Eclipse with the Ranger. He will Hike out to Mound A starting at 2:00pm. Hike with him to learn a little about the site or travel out to the mound on your own just for the eclipse. Bring a cushion or chair, and your own eye protection. The Eclipse will max out at 83.98% at 3:04pm. The program will end at 3:30pm. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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On April 12, 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt passed away in Georgia. To commemorate this, we will have a commencement speaker, military band and color guard. Free admission until 12:30 p.m., then $9.50-$15. 706-655-5870.
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A digital presentation and a Guided Tour of the Little White House. The presentation will consist of information about Roosevelt’s activities during his last days and the people who were with FDR. The tour will conclude in the Little White House highlighting artifacts and to set the scene. $20. 706-655-5870.
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Join us on a pet-friendly ranger-led hike. On the hike we will explore the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps and Alexander H. Stephens. We will meet at Lake Liberty, which is located in front of our park office. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. $3 program fee $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come out to the Heritage Farm and enjoy some demonstrations of yesteryear! There will be spinning, weaving, sheep shearing, cast iron cooking, and much more! The farm will be working just like it’s 1870! $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Join one of our rangers for a guided tour of the farm and hear some tall tales, and a few short ones, on the hissstory of snake encounters and the complicated relationship rural farmers had with snakes over the years. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Every Sunday afternoon, follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours come at an additional fee of $2 per person and run about an hour long. $6.75-$10.25 912-437-4770.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge and its builder Washington King.
We’ll take a walk through the longest covered bridge in Georgia, stop at the overlook where the old mill once stood and end at the power plant ruins. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your homeschool family to the Vann House to see authentic artifacts, 'bag and tag' artifacts discovered in our dig boxes, see the locations of original buildings and learn about the archaeological process of discovery. This event is weather pending, call to pre-register. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us to learn to build a fire and for a talk about the CCC. Smores will be provided. For questions, please call the front office. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Take part in Archaeology themed activities at the Vann House. Learn about artifacts in our dig-boxes, learn more about ancient pottery by creating your own, see the tools of an archaeologist from KSU, see actual artifacts from the Vann House excavations, talk to archaeologists, see the crafting of stone blades, and more. $7. 706-695-2598.
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Watch staff and demonstrators show how people utilized tools and weapons in the past to survive everyday life. See flintknapping, fire building, archery, atlatl use, and more. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for an educational guided hike up to the west overlook, and a tour of the CCC stone fire tower. Registration is required. Please visit or contact the park office to register. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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The Friends of Hamburg State Park will host a Milling Demonstration from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Come to learn how corn was processed in the 1920's to make grits and cornmeal. $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Spring into action and make your plans for an outing with a visit to our 1853 cabin. Enjoy life-ways demonstrations such as period games, chores, and crafts. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Our partnership with the Atlanta Campaign LLC brings a commemorative event of the Civil War that took place at Sweetwater Creek. We will have black powder rifle demonstrations, a period camp set up, and entry into the mill ruins will a ranger. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Every Sunday afternoon, follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours come at an additional fee of $2 per person and run about an hour long. $6.75-$10.25 912-437-4770.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Enjoy an early evening stroll on our North Rim Trail while hearing stories about Tallulah Falls from the Victoria Era. After the hike we will enjoy a cup of tea and conversation on the back patio of the Interpretive Center.. Space is limited so call to reserve your spot! We will meet at the front patio of the jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center $30 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Tallulah Gorge State Park cordially invites you to tea! Meet a collection of historical characters who will share their experiences with you, as first person reenactments. Finally, unwind at our candlelit tea party as the sun sets to mark this moment in your history.
Must RSVP! $30 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join Ranger Marcia at the Gold Museum to enjoy some hands-on learning! How we mine gold can be a complicated process, but Ranger Marcia is going to explain how we get the gold once it’s found and how it’s processed into items we use daily - with Play-Doh! Get ready for some hands-on fun to learn about gold! 706-864-2257.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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See the farm come to life with an antique tractor display and demonstrations of farm skills like blacksmithing, woodstove cooking, spinning, weaving, and more. Visitors can also walk the grounds which includes over 20 original farm buildings, two farm houses, farm animals, a garden, and a mill complex. Note: event admission pricing varies. $1.50 - $9 478-986-5172.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Learn a bit about the history of the area, the story of our bridge, and some plants and animals native to the park and how they have contributed to the story of Watson Mill. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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May is Georgia Archaeology Month. Come out to learn about the repatriation of artifacts in the museum and our transition into a learning center. $2-$6.00 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Ophelia Dent, the last owner of Hofwyl-Broadfield, once remarked that there were two things she hated: hurricanes and rattlesnakes. This attitude was typical of those living on the edge of the wilderness. Today, many are beginning to understand the vital role that snakes play in the environment. Click for more event details. $5.50 to $ 8.75 912-264-7333.
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Join one of our rangers for a guided tour of the farm and hear some tall tales, and a few short ones, on the hissstory of snake encounters and the complicated relationship rural farmers had with snakes over the years. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join Rangers at the Chief Vann House for a Homeschool Day centered around the weaving and spinning of cotton and wool and enjoy related crafts and activities as well. Learn about how cotton impacted the Cherokee people and see weaving and spinning from experienced volunteers. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Enjoy an early evening stroll on our North Rim Trail while hearing stories about Tallulah Falls from the Victoria Era. After the hike we will enjoy a cup of tea and conversation on the back patio of the Interpretive Center.. Space is limited so call to reserve your spot! We will meet at the front patio of the jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center $30 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Enjoy a sunset outing with your family looking for wading birds and raptors. Open to anyone who can swim. Kids must be 6 or older and with an adult. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or towel. For more details and to register, please click on this event's title. $20 if you bring your kayak; $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join one of our rangers for a guided tour of the farm and hear some tall tales, and a few short ones, on the hissstory of snake encounters and the complicated relationship rural farmers had with snakes over the years. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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It is 1742 and the Spanish are coming! Learn about the War of Jenkins' Ear and Georgia’s role in the 1739-1748 war between Britain and Spain. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Hike to our Turtle overlook on the Etowah River. Learn about turtles and how they were used by Native American cultures in the past. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Much like today, traditional cultures needed containers for the collection and storage of resources. This in-depth class will teach you how to create a folded bark-basket from native and sustainably sourced plants. This class requires working with knives and it is open to ages 18+. Limited spots available. Call to pre-register, 706-695-2598. $80. 706-695-2598.
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Join Ranger Marcia at the Gold Museum to enjoy some hands-on learning! How we mine gold can be a complicated process, but Ranger Marcia is going to explain how we get the gold once it’s found and how it’s processed into items we use daily - with Play-Doh! Get ready for some hands-on fun to learn about gold! 706-864-2257.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Names of completed sheets will be entered
into a drawing. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for a Memorial Day commemoration. Help us pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including musket and cannon firings. Tour the fort, museum, and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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This coastal fort will present hourly Revolutionary War soldier talks and musket and cannon demonstrations. $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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On the 160 th anniversary commemoration of this battle, there will be guided and unguided tours of various stations within the battlefield. Visitors can experience a glimpse of both military and civilian life that will include home skills and crafts, cannon firings, musketry, military drills, and soldier camp life. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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On the 160 th anniversary commemoration of this battle, there will be guided and unguided tours of various stations within the battlefield. Visitors can experience a glimpse of both military and civilian life that will include home skills and crafts, cannon firings, musketry, military drills, and soldier camp life. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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In honor of Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day and Patriots Day, Hardman Farm invites all Veterans, military service members and their accompanying immediate family members to enjoy a free tour of Hardman Farm on service related holidays. 706-878-1077.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Children from 6 to 12 are invited to join park rangers for a fun week of hikes, crafts, games, living history, and more focused on the natural and cultural heritage of Georgia. Each child will receive a Junior Ranger vest and hat and will complete activities to earn a Junior Ranger badge. $275 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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