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Come enjoy our Monumental moments theme
celebrating Americas 250th by learning more about our park and its history with this educational scavenger hunt.
You can pick up the scavenger hunt at the front office and return it for a small prize. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Join us as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Location: Visitor Center's Arch Room Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join us at the playground near the Black rock overlook to unleash your inner artist and create monumental murals with sidewalk chalk!
Join in anytime from 10am - 12pm Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Think you’ve got the best toss in town?
Join us for an action-packed Cornhole Tournament filled with friendly competition and fresh air!
Prizes for top teams!
Bring a partner or sign up solo. Meet at The Mellinger Center at 1pm. Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Join us for a unique and enjoyable afternoon of plant finger painting set against the serene backdrop of the Chattahoochee River. This event invites families and nature enthusiasts alike to engage in a creative activity that connects art with the natural world. It’s an opportunity to unwind and appreciate the beauty of the outdoors together. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Come celebrate World Turtle Day with us--a day dedicated to raising awareness about the need to protect our native turtles. Enjoy a guided hike exploring where Georgia's native turtles live, roam, and hunt, as well as a turtle encounter featuring our park's Eastern Box Turtle educational ambassador, Stumpy the Turtle. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join Don Carter for our first-ever Junior Ranger Family Camp! Adults can accompany their children for classic summer fun that is enjoyable for all ages. Learn about Georgia plants, animals, and history through hiking, games, and crafts, all while making unforgettable memories. $15 per child, $5 per adult. Registration is required before May 20th. $15 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join a naturalist at 10:00AM and hike to our Turtle overlook on the Etowah River. Learn about turtles and how they were used by Native American cultures in the past. We will also have chalk available to draw our own turtles along our sidewalk General Admission: $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Kick off summer at Liberty Bell Pool with a day full of sunshine, music, and fun! Join the park rangers for lively pool games and poolside activities the whole family will enjoy.
A local DJ will be spinning your favorite summer tunes from 1–3 PM, setting the perfect vibe for a day of splashing and celebration! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join our ranger to make memories in the campground! We will be playing classic games, playing with bubbles and chalk, and enjoying ice cream. Parking fee required. 229-838-4244.
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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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Mark this important day that remembers the people who paid the ultimate price for the freedom we enjoy. There will be hourly musket firing demos by an American revolution soldier, as well as a hands-on wool spinning and weaving activity. $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 2:00-4:00 PM.
Please note that this event will be cancelled in the event of rain. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Visit us any Saturday morning to view the Old Fort from the inside, tour the grounds & take in a brief, 20-minute history program from one of our park naturalists. This program is FREE & open to the public, pet-friendly & appropriate for all ages. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Journey through the Seventeen Mile River swamp with a guide. Attendees will learn all about ephemeral watersheds and the creatures that call them home. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required). Meetup at picnic shelters 5 & 6. Pre-registration required at front office. $5 for Adults, Children 12 and under $3 parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Meet us at Shelter 4 to paint a Patriotic gourd. Gourd, brushes, and paints to paint a patriotic gourd will be on hand for you to design your gourd to take home with you. $15 per person, RSVP no later than 5/13/2026 to allow time to order gourds. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Join us at the Flag Pole by the office to enjoy a Frozen S'mores dessert and play some games. Our Ranger will bring a few games like cornhole, horse shoes, bocce, dominos, etc to share but feel free to bring your favorite game to play and make some new friends. $3 per person. RSVP no later than 5/18/2026 for supplies to be purchased. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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 the link below $25 + app fee, kayak and equipment included, $20 (+app fee) if your bring your own kayak parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash. $5 CASH only parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a photo scavenger hunt that will take you to the historic points of interest in the park. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Meet on the lawn behind the building formerly known as the Pool House for good old field games such as cornhole, double Dutch, and ladder ball. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join us at the Boat Ramp for an introductory paddleboard session around the lake! Pre-registration required, call the park office to register. $25 per person, ages 8 and up. Knowledge of how to swim required. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for some trivia fun! Learn about the iconic symbols of our nation such as the bald eagle, wild turkey, American bison, and more! After a brief lecture, visitors can participate in trivia games to win a prize! $3 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Hike the marble mine trail with the rangers as they talk about Georgia’s unique geology and how our tectonic plate shaped the mountain ranges. Be sure to bring plenty of water and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Join the rangers for a night hike at the park to discover what our nocturnal creatures are up to when the park closes. We will hike the Lower Lake trail, learning about what wildlife thrives at night and how they adapt to the dark. Flashlights will be available, but you are welcome to bring your own. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Join our Naturalist for a Guided Tour of Kolomoki Mounds as the sun sinks down and the moon rises up, as we learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago. Closed toed shoes & flashlights advised. Binoculars & cameras welcome! Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover about ¾ of a mile. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist in the Day Use Area to paint/create your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited. See samples of this weeks project at the Visitors Center
Program Fee can be made with exact cash at event or prepaid with credit card or cash at Visitor Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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We have a 'burning desire' to roast marshmallows and get the weekend 'ignited' properly so we 'wood' be 'fired up' to have you come enjoy a good, old-fashioned campfire by the lake with a Ranger.
Meet us at the Boat Ramp Fire Pit in the Campground. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Let's bug out with a program dedicated to the macroinvertebrates that call our lake their home! Our Naturalist will be present to talk about different species, why they're important and closely examine critters in person! We will meet at the Interpretive Center for the event. Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We have several ways to personalize your stick including burning your name. Sandpaper and a sealer is provided. Paracord will be provided for a hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist for a beautiful sunset kayak paddle on our blackwater lake!. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. Space is limited! We will meet at the kayaks beside the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim. We hope to see you there! $25 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to Camp Lawton's 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners.
Admission to the History Center is included.
Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Join us for a patriotic golf cart parade to commemorate Memorial Day Weekend. Decorate your golf cart with all American red, white, and blue patriotic spirit using flags, streamers, balloons, and more. Street legal golf carts only. Pre-registration is required.
Spectators are invited to watch from the day use area. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Join us at the archery range for archery instruction and fun target practice. All levels of experience are welcome. Bows and arrows are provided. Ages 8 and up. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Ready, aim, fire! Ages 8 and up, come learn basic archery skills in a fun and safe environment. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one-hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited. Call the park office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Ready, aim, fire! Ages 8 and up, come learn basic archery skills in a fun and safe environment. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one-hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited. Call the park office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Memorial Day weekend is set aside to honor those that paid the ultimate price for our country. We are creating luminaries in remembrance of those soldiers. You maybe remembering someone who gave it all or you may simply wish to have a reminder of the reason for this day present in your home. Join us as we create luminaries in their honor. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Meet the snakes found in and around Mistletoe State Park! Are you afraid on snakes? Do you know a venomous from non-venomous snake? Are snakes slimy? Learn this are more as we introduce the world of snakes to our visitors. Live snakes will be shared by Park Naturalist, enjoy a visit to the nature center and we will finish with a craft. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Many people that we see here in the park believe they have a “bad” sense of direction or will simply NEVER be able to navigate without the help of GPS. Well.. It's actually pretty simple! Determine your intended path of travel, align your north with the grid lines on the map, calculate your distance, acquire a landmark and off you go. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Here at Red Top Mountain State Park, we like to teach people how to build shelters that they could use in different survival scenarios. The main objectives are staying warm, dry and comfortable. There is no way to predetermine the type of sticky situation you might find yourself in, so we like to cover different types. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Building a fire in the woods, be it for s'mores or in a survival situation, is a great skill to have! There are many methods, materials, and tools that one can use to start a fire. We'll discuss some different ways we can get a successful fire started and demonstrate a few of them for the group. Then, it's your turn to see if you can pull it off! $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is back in full effect at Red Top! First time shooters and seasoned archers are welcome. We provide the equipment, the instruction, the safe setting, and we can help you get more of your shots in the 10 ring! We will be using compound bows with a 15-30 pound draw weight. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you give two Park Rangers a microphone? Join us for our very first Ramblin' Rangers, where Rangers Ashley and Ant will each talk about FDR-related topics they don't always get to discuss. The Rangers will also be leading a in-depth Q&A and try their best to answer any FDR related questions you have! $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you give two Park Rangers a microphone? Join us for our very first Ramblin' Rangers, where Rangers Ashley and Ant will each talk about FDR-related topics they don't always get to discuss. The Rangers will also be leading a in-depth Q&A and try their best to answer any FDR related questions you have! $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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The Okefenokee Swamp not only is home to numerous game animals and the natural resources used to hunt and capture these creatures. There is human history in this swamp spanning back over 4000 years. Join a ranger and learn how to craft effective projectiles out of the plants found here today. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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On May 27th, 1937 The New Deal's Civilian Conservation Corp officially arrived here in the Okefenokee. Learn the stories of the resourceful and hardworking men who helped shape the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge into a beloved travel destination. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Come hike the South Rim Trail with a ranger and hunt for wildflowers! We will be meeting at the Day Use parking area. The hike is approximately one mile; bring plenty of water! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the suspension bridge along the Bill and Dusty MacKay Trail for a fun afternoon of exploring the native ecosystem of the Tallulah River with a ranger! We will be getting in the water, so wear your swimsuits! Bring lots of water, snacks, bug spray and sunscreen! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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See our animal displays and learn about owls, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Visit with our Corn Snake and learn fascinating facts about the snakes you find in the park and your own backyard. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Join our Naturalist to shell-ebrate World Turtle Day! Meet our resident animal ambassador, Tori the Box Turtle. Explore the other animal displays in our newly renovated Nature Center. Meet at the Nature Center (parking limited, additional parking at Visitor Center right next door). Free plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Get creative with our Naturalist for World Turtle Day! Make a mosaic paper turtle to take home with you. Suitable for all ages. Meet at the Park Office, then we'll go down to the Nature Center together. Please call park office to register. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Experience the glories of sunset at Victoria Bryant. Enjoy a guided glow hike with our Naturalist along the Inner Loop Trail (2 miles, moderate difficulty). Glow sticks and flashlights will be provided. Meet at the Park Office. Please wear closed toe shoes and bring water. Call Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come to the Lake Trahlyta Pavilion and enjoy a cool mountain evening with music from different artists each week. Bring your own chair. Donations appreciated. Parking fee required. 706-745-2628.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Join our park ranger on this moderate 5K / 3.1 mile trail route.
No fee required but please call the office in advance if you plan to attend. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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