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High Falls State Park


Friday, December 19, 2025

Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your phone/Camera and pick up your assignment in the Park Office anytime after 9am. Return with your pics anytime before 4pm and collect a prize! Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Christmas Craft & Cocoa
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Make memories and a Christmas ornament at the same time! We'll even have some cocoa. Supplies are limited. Must register in advance. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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A High Falls Visit With Santa
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 6 PM to 9 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join us at the Group Shelter for snacks and stories with the big guy himself!! Santa will read stories starting at 6:30. Photo opportunity follows. Please bring your own camera/phone for pictures with Santa. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your phone/Camera and pick up your assignment in the Park Office anytime after 9am. Return with your pics anytime before 4pm and collect a prize! Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the Park Office to Hike our Historic Trail (ADA) and learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the history of the land and water that is now High Falls State Park. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, December 21, 2025

Winter Solstice Hike
Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet on the front porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated) as we discuss what the Winter Solstice means for our local flora and fauna. We'll also identify plant species along the way that have historically held Yuletide significance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Last Chance Handmade Holiday Gifts Workshop
Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Did you wait too late to do your shopping? Come to our workshop and leave with handmade gifts anyone would love! All ages welcome. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, December 27, 2025

Winter Solstice Hike
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet on the front porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated) as we discuss what the Winter Solstice means for our local flora and fauna. We'll also identify plant species along the way that have historically held Yuletide significance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Wild Georgia's LAST CHANCE: The Federally Endangered Species of Monroe and Butts Counties
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet the Naturalist around the campfire at the Program Area to learn about our locally Federally Endangered Species including where they have been identified and what threats they face. This will be your last chance to receive a stamp on your Wild GA bookmark at High Falls State Park. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, December 28, 2025

New Year's Eve Confetti Launchers Craft
Sunday, Dec 28, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Make your own biodegradable confetti mix and upcycled launcher to take your New Year's party to the next level! $2 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike - New Year's Day
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join hikers across the country for a New Year's Day hike! Morning or afternoon, both hikes will start on the 0.5 mile Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing to the 2.5 mile Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). There will be a K9 Demonstration, and vendors, Black Smoke Coffee and Chick-fil-A, will have food available for purchase. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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First Day Hike - New Year's Day
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join hikers across the country for a New Year's Day hike! Morning or afternoon, both hikes will start on the 0.5 mile Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing to the 2.5 mile Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). There will be a K9 Demonstration, and vendors, Black Smoke Coffee and Chick-fil-A, will have food available for purchase. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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