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Friday,
December
11, 2026
Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Join us each Friday. Saturday & Sunday evening from 6PM - 9PM for our lighted walking trail. Event runs each Friday-Sunday until December 20th. $10 per person. 229-276-1004.
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Saturday,
December
12, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as you go on a birding adventure with one of our interpretive rangers.
This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River.
Meeting at the Nature Center.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Take a guided hike with a "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10/CASH due day of program. $10 CASH
parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for the holidays at our decorated historic cabin for the chance to meet Santa, make ornaments, and learn about how those in the 1800s celebrated. $4 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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Experience the dramatic reenactment of Georgia’s final Civil War battle, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle begins Saturday, December 12, at 4:40 PM (arrive by 4:00). On Friday, December 11, explore soldiers’ encampments and glimpse camp life leading up to the fight. 912-727-2339.
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Come on a guided hike to Smithgall Wood’s Chunanee Falls Trail this Holiday season! Learn about the origins or our favorite Christmas traditions and how they're still practiced and celebrated today.
Parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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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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Go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins, on this mile long ranger led history hike. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. Please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. Not stroller friendly. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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The Little White House needs your help getting into the holiday spirit. Join our Rangers as we make vintage ornaments and learn how families celebrated the holidays in FDR's time. Youth $5.00 Adults$7.50 Admission not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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Celebrate Christmas with a Roosevelt family tradition by the fireside. Join us as FDR portrayer James Fowler will recreate the Roosevelt Christmas scene for children and grownups by retelling Clement Moore's "Twas the Night Before Christmas". Youth $5.00 Adults$7.50 Admission not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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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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Make a candle as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Take a guided tour of the two historic farm houses decorated for the season and learn about the history of Christmas traditions, from tree decorating and celebrations to cards, gifts and carols, and see how they changed between the 1800s and early 1900s. $1-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Celebrate Christmas with a Roosevelt family tradition by the fireside. Join us as FDR portrayer James Fowler will recreate the Roosevelt Christmas scene for children and grownups by retelling Clement Moore's "Twas the Night Before Christmas". Youth $5.00 Adults$7.50 Admission not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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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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Make a custom soap as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! $30 adult
$22 youth
$65 family (2 adults and all of their children under 18). 706-878-1077.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us at sunset to hunt candy canes, afterwards enjoy a holiday movie, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Please call the office to sign up. Meet at the picnic shelter in the Day Use Area.
Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission
parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Join us each Friday. Saturday & Sunday evening from 6PM - 9PM for our lighted walking trail. Event runs each Friday-Sunday until December 20th. $10 per person. 229-276-1004.
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Sunday,
December
13, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Say click and take a pic! In this relaxing hike, journey with a ranger as we slowly make our way around our park, snapping pictures that'll last a life time.
We'll be learning how to properly set up and some techniques to best capture pictures of our beautiful wildlife.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins, on this mile long ranger led history hike. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. Please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. Not stroller friendly. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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Take a guided tour of the two historic farm houses decorated for the season and learn about the history of Christmas traditions, from tree decorating and celebrations to cards, gifts and carols, and see how they changed between the 1800s and early 1900s. $1-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Join Friends of Hard Labor Creek at Camp SP-8, Georgia’s only surviving CCC camp, for a 1930s-style dinner celebrating the CCC’s legacy. Historian John Croom will share its history and accomplishments. Proceeds support camp rehabilitation. Pre-registration required. $60 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Make a candle as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 per terrarium
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Make a custom soap as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Monday,
December
14, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Tuesday,
December
15, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Bring your homeschool family to tour the house decorated in the manner of a 19th century Moravian Christmas. Learn how the missionaries taught their Cherokee pupils to celebrate Christmas and their activities, and we'll do some as well. We'll enjoy Cherokee Christmas stories next to the fire as well. $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Wednesday,
December
16, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Thursday,
December
17, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Friday,
December
18, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins, on this mile long ranger led history hike. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. Please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. Not stroller friendly. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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Make a candle as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make a custom soap as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! $30 adult
$22 youth
$65 family (2 adults and all of their children under 18). 706-878-1077.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us each Friday. Saturday & Sunday evening from 6PM - 9PM for our lighted walking trail. Event runs each Friday-Sunday until December 20th. $10 per person. 229-276-1004.
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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Saturday,
December
19, 2026
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for
the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park
office anytime during office hours. Cards, markers, and colored
pencils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local
retirement home by Dec 19th.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills! Must be able to draw 20lbs bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and they will direct you where to go. Please call and register in advance space is limited $15 plus
parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Merry Christmas!! Come chill with your snowmies at Amicalola Falls' Annual Christmas Open House! This event will be hosted in the Lodge Lobby, jam-packed with crafts, live animals, stories, and more! Last one there is burnt gingerbread!
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists and stay after for photos with a hawk or owl. Please consider making a $3 donation by registering!
Location: Lodge Lobby September 5th only! $3 plus
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $4, kids 3 years old and under don't pay
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Want to learn archery? Join us on the range to learn how to use a bow. Get the chance to show off your skills, and maybe find your next hobby. $15 per person
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! $30 adult
$22 youth
$65 family (2 adults and all of their children under 18). 706-878-1077.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us each Friday. Saturday & Sunday evening from 6PM - 9PM for our lighted walking trail. Event runs each Friday-Sunday until December 20th. $10 per person. 229-276-1004.
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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Sunday,
December
20, 2026
In observance of 250 years of United States history, we will feature a presentation recognizing India Americans who participated in the Battle of Pickett's Mill. There will also be an outdoor cooking demonstration featuring a traditional dish of their culture. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $4, kids 3 years old and under don't pay
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Join us each Friday. Saturday & Sunday evening from 6PM - 9PM for our lighted walking trail. Event runs each Friday-Sunday until December 20th. $10 per person. 229-276-1004.
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Monday,
December
21, 2026
This Junior Ranger Camp is geared at ages 6-10 campers will participate in holidy winter crafts, movies,hot cocoa, gift making adn more. Thi scamp is great for folks who need some time to prepare for the holidays. Please pack campers a lunch and approppriate clothes. $100 full 2 days or $50 per camper per day. Call 770-732-2613 to register $100 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday,
December
22, 2026
This Junior Ranger Camp is geared at ages 6-10 campers will participate in holidy winter crafts, movies,hot cocoa, gift making adn more. Thi scamp is great for folks who need some time to prepare for the holidays. Please pack campers a lunch and approppriate clothes. $100 full 2 days or $50 per camper per day. Call 770-732-2613 to register $100 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday,
December
23, 2026
Friday,
December
25, 2026
Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 27th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only.
Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Saturday,
December
26, 2026
Enjoy a relaxing morning as you go on a birding adventure with one of our interpretive rangers.
This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River.
Meeting at the Nature Center.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins, on this mile long ranger led history hike. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. Please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. Not stroller friendly. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Make a candle as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make a custom soap as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday,
December
27, 2026
Go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins, on this mile long ranger led history hike. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. Please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. Not stroller friendly. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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Make a candle as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make a custom soap as a gift for yourself or for a loved one. The first section of this program wil be making your gift and the second part will be wrapping your gifts and tag making. Suitable for ages 5+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday,
December
31, 2026
This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin. 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Spend the final afternoon of 2026 around a cozy campfire with our Park Rangers! Gather with us as we celebrate the end of the year. Enjoy apple cider and hot chocolate while our Rangers share historical anecdotes about FDR and lead a captivating walk-through history of park grounds. Youth $5.00 Adults$7.50 Admission not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Friday,
January
1, 2027
This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Watch the sunrise over the Blue Ridge Mountains. This is an easy 1/4mi hike, good for range of physical abilities, bring company or find it here. Meet at the Visitor Center or ADA accessible option available via parking by Blue Ridge Overlook. Start the day and the year on the right foot in stride with the sun!
Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Welcome the New Year by walking along Nature with us! We will hike along Victoria's Path (2 miles long, Moderate) and take pictures of the Sunrise at Pond 2! Please wear close-toed shoes, a water, and a jacket if needed. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join a Park Ranger by starting the new year off with a hike along the Little River and Yearling trail. The hike starts 9am at the trailhead parking lot. Pets are welcome with 6 foot leash. Bring snacks, water and wear comfortable shoes for a relaxing 4 mile hike with minimal elevation change.
Parking fee required. 229-896-3551.
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Celebrate the first day of the year with a guided hike from our park rangers. We will be taking a portion of our Cliatt Creek Trail that is just about a mile. Bring water and hiking shoes. The first 100 hikers will receive a celebratory sticker. A $10 parking pass is required for all vehicles. No event fee, parking fee is only requirement.
Parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Let's start the new year off right with a brisk hike! This is a easy meandering hike down our Lake Trail and across our blackwater lake! Sign up at the Visitor Center to receive your 1st Day Hike sticker! We will see you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us for the first hike of the new year! We will be hiking the turtle cove trail. Meet at the restrooms in the boat ramp parking lot. $5 plus
parking fee required. 229-838-6202.
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On New Year’s Day, Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites will once again kick off the New Year with the statewide First Day Hike tradition! Two unique hikes will be offered at Amicalola Falls, starting at 9:30am and 12:30pm. A Birds of Prey Show at 11:30am in the Arch Room of the Visitor's Center caps off this great day. All ages welcome!
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Both the Spanish & British claimed rights to Georgia, but who was the first? This New Year's Day history hike will take visitors on two different journeys. Beginning in 1721, a British Redcoat soldier tours Fort King George. Then, travel back in time to 1560 with a Spanish Tercio musketeer on the edge of the Altamaha River. $10. 912-437-4770.
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Join us for the first time, or join us again, as we trek through forests rich with history and shrouded in nature on New Year's Day. This year, we feature Author and Historian Brad Butchovich leading one of three groups on a battlefield stories hike, with rangers leading additional hikes. Arrive early to enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join us at the Walk in the Pines trail for our annual First Day Hike at Georgia Veterans State Park 229-276-1004.
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This Ranger-Led hike will take visitors along the lake banks and gentle ridges. Start the New Year off right with this 2 mile, moderate to rigorous, scenic hike. Bring a camera to record the scenery. Hikes geared toward active adults and children over 8 years old. Register online after November 15. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join a ranger from Moccasin Creek State Park and start 2027 off right! This easy, 3 mile round trip excursion (rated Easy) will showcase the beauty of Moccasin Creek and culminates with a beautiful view of Hemlock Falls. Meet at Hemlock Falls Trailhead (end of Andersonville Lane). 706-947-3194.
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Let's start off the new year with a long hike at Wormsloe! Join us as we hike along the beautiful and historic Live Oak Avenue! The hike will turn around at our pollinator field, making the total hike roughly 2 miles! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Start the New Year with an adventure into the conservation tract at Elijah Clark State Park! Get back to basics with a ranger-led, off-trail hike and learn the fundamentals of land navigation, including map reading, compass use, and identifying landmarks. Explore beyond the beaten path and discover the skills to find your way in the woods.
Parking fee required. 706-359-3458.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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First Annual Polar Bear Plunge!
Are you brave enough to take the plunge?
Join us for our 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge at the beach day-use area on January 1st, at 1:00 PM! no fee for the plunge. A fee will be charged for a t-Shirt or sweat shirt cost will be determined soon!!!
parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Start the new year with us on Overlook Loop Trail (3.4 miles). This is a moderate to strenuous hike for active individuals. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Parking is available across from the Callaway Gardens Country Store located at 17800 US-27, Pine Mountain Valley, GA 31823.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Embark on a fun and education-filled adventure with our ranger, through some of the trails that make up Crooked River. See and learn about all the different plants and animals that call Crooked River home.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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This Ranger-Led hike will take visitors along the lake banks and gentle ridges. Start the New Year off right with this 2 mile, moderate to rigorous, scenic hike. Bring a camera to record the scenery. Hikes geared toward active adults and children over 8 years old. Register online after November 15. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join us on our First Day Hike down our Big Creek Nature Trail!. This trail will wander through our Sandhill Community and our Gopher Tortoise's habitat. Pre-register at the Visitor Center to receive your 1st Day Hike sticker We will meet at the Visitor Center to hit the trail!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Come enjoy a Sunset First Day Hike along the Inner Loop Trail and Victoria's Path (2.3 miles long, intermediate). We will meet at the Park Office! Please wear close-toed shoes and bring a water! $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday,
January
2, 2027
This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Begin the year with a free cup of hot chocolate and a moderate hike through enchanted forests. Join the park rangers for a hike down our storied trails of history and nature. Feel the history come alive with every step. See and smell the beauty and fragrance of nature on a winter's day. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Want a guided tour of Georgia's premiere conservation park? Join volunteers to learn more about Smithgall Woods via a van tour of the park. See the covered bridge, the famous Dukes Creek, and our renowned cottages. $10 plus
parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This hike is part of a 24 hours of hiking challenge for our First Day Hike celebration with the goal to hike for 24 hours from December 31 to January 2. Visitors who register for guided hike sessions will recieve a first day hike sticker. visitors who can prove on Jan 2 that they hikes for 24 hours in the time window will recieve a challange coin 5 plus
parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday,
January
9, 2027
Enjoy a guided hike by Smithgall Woods' Naturalist or Friends' member. There is a guided hike every month, and the trail changes each month. Please call the visitor's center at 706-878-3087 to find out which trail is being hiked this month! $10 plus
parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Saturday,
January
16, 2027
Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Saturday,
January
23, 2027
Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Saturday,
January
30, 2027
Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Friday,
February
5, 2027
Looking to learn more about the early days of Georgia's history? Looking to do so with a bang? Come by and check us out this weekend for for demonstrations in our military camp, our early Georgia camp, our colonial life area, and our heritage garden! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Saturday,
February
6, 2027
Looking to learn more about the early days of Georgia's history? Looking to do so with a bang? Come by and check us out this weekend for for demonstrations in our military camp, our early Georgia camp, our colonial life area, and our heritage garden! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Want a guided tour of Georgia's premiere conservation park? Join volunteers to learn more about Smithgall Woods via a van tour of the park. See the covered bridge, the famous Dukes Creek, and our renowned cottages. $10 plus
parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Sunday,
February
7, 2027
Looking to learn more about the early days of Georgia's history? Looking to do so with a bang? Come by and check us out this weekend for for demonstrations in our military camp, our early Georgia camp, our colonial life area, and our heritage garden! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Saturday,
February
13, 2027
Come out and enjoy free admission to the site and help us celebrate Super Museum Sunday! There will be ranger-guided battlefield hikes and museum tours. Our feature program will be drilling and firing demonstrations performed by the 125th Ohio Infantry Reenactment Group. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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Enjoy a guided hike by Smithgall Woods' Naturalist or Friends' member. There is a guided hike every month, and the trail changes each month. Please call the visitor's center at 706-878-3087 to find out which trail is being hiked this month! $10 plus
parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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