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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
 
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Embrace your inner curiosity and see a variety of bugs that call Georgia home on a fun 1-mile hike $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bee-I-Y
Thursday, Oct 17, 2024 2 PM to 2:30 PM
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Join our ranger for a fun and interactive craft as we craft your very own un-bee-lievable bee house! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Venture through the riveting, rugged Tallulah Gorge terrain on this ranger led hike. This hike is technical and challenging, requiring 700+ stairs, two river crossings, and a 45 degree rock scramble.
While hiking learn about this captivating canyon. Must RSVP! $20 plus $5 parking. 706-752-7981.
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Hike to the suspension bridge and watch the moon rise above the gorge. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. Please call and sign up in advance space is limited. Plan to pay with cash as the gift shop is closed at this time. $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about the wonderful world of mushrooms for National Mushroom Day, as well as animals you might see around the park. Come check out our collection of pelts and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Stop by the Visitor Center anytime between 1-2:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come spend the evening with our wonderful Park Rangers and learn about mushrooms while making your own mushroom craft to take home! Come by the Mellinger Center in the campground between 6-7pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Meet at the Nature Center for a Ranger-led sensory night hike and connect with nature through activities designed to engage all of your senses. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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A watercolor program for adults of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter#3 that overlooks the lake and fall colored trees. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Recommended for people ages 17+. If you dare, join us at Picnic Shelter #3 to learn about Hall County's ghosts, local legends, and history from a Gainesville native. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Learn how to build a fire and enjoy toasty smores with a ranger. Smores are provided. Begins at the Beach area at 7pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Try our haunted walking trail, if you dare!
Every Friday & Saturday in October & Halloween Night
Dark until 10:30PM $10. 229-276-1004.
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Come and enjoy our spooky miniature golf course, once again, in a different light — meaning at night. The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories; the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please wear clothing for the weather. Bring a flashlight and water. $5 cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at Coastal Georgia’s last surviving rice plantation. We will walk beneath centuries old Live Oak trees, explore the plantation out-buildings and finish with a tour of the plantation house. $20. 912-264-7333.
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Join us behind the Visitor Center to observe live spiders and learn how these often misunderstood creatures actually live and function. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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The whole family will enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park! Hayrides will begin and end in the campground.
The cost for admission is $3 per person, ages 3 and under are free. Pay in advance at the visitor center or have correct change at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Getting to where you want to go is easy! As long as you have Google Maps. Buuut, what happens if you don't?... Come learn this VALUABLE life skill with us, and be able to successfully navigate an area using a map and compass! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Maps and compasses will be provided. This is a 2 hour program. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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It's time to get your Spooky on!
Come to Smithgall Woods for our annual Haunted Hike!
Take a spooky hayride up to our Martins Mine trail, where we will go through the haunted history of North Georgia's Gold Rush. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities! A hayride, s'mores, campfire stories, and good conversation. Campers and day visitors welcome! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Welcome winter on the water as we paddle the river on the shortest day of the year!
Enjoy a beautiful evening on the water and come back as the sun sets.
Ranger-led. No experience necessary. Fee includes kayak rental. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Come join us as we look at the night sky with
Dan Llewellyn and Ed Albin from the
Deer-lick Astronomy Village! They will offer a
45-minute presentation, and then we will look
through their powerful telescopes.
Meet at picnic shelter #2 5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Enjoy an inspirational morning stroll around Black Rock Mountain Lake with our Park Rangers, then learn how to write a simple poem called a haiku. You will be given the time to write your own and the opportunity to share with the group if you'd like to. Meet at the Black Rock Mountain Lake Trailhead by the parking area. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join us and guest speakers from the Orianne Society to learn all about reptiles, just in time for National Reptile Awareness Day on the 21st! You'll get the chance to ask questions and meet some animals. Meet at the amphitheater behind the Mellinger Center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come to the Park and bring a camera. Meet with our Naturalist and learn how to take photos of wildlife and nature with your camera or cell phone. Take some amazing photos. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Bring water. Limited to 30 participants. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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This program is tailored to accomodate Georgia high school students participating in the Georgia State Parks and HIstoric Sidtes Art Contest, but all are welcome to attend. We'll go out into the park to a site TBD. Bring your own art supplies and work in whatever medium you prefer. For more information on the Art contest visit: $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Assist our Interpretive ranger with caring for and learning about the reptiles and amphibians that call our nature center home. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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For preschoolers and early elementary students. Join us outside the visitor's center as we sing silly songs, read books, and do crafts in excitement of Halloween approaching! $2 per child, call visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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For families with older elementary and middle school students. Come to Picnic Shelter #1 to listen to scary stories and take an interactive spooky walk lead by a ranger! $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us in celebrating the beauty of our forests where we will discuss the layers of the forest and the plants and animals that inhabit them. We will be using the Eco Dyeing method to extract pigments from various plants of the park to represent the different layers of the forest. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to get into the Halloween spirit? Join us for "S'more Stories Around the Campfire."Gather your friends and family for a night of spooky Halloween stories, roasting marshmallows, and playing games under the stars. It’s a perfect evening to enjoy the fall weather and make some great memories. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Bear Talk
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
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Come join our ranger for an informative talk about black bears. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 11am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Try our haunted walking trail, if you dare!
Every Friday & Saturday in October & Halloween Night
Dark until 10:30PM $10. 229-276-1004.
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Fall Festival at Hamburg State Park. We will offer wagon rides through the campground that will stop along the way for trick and treats! We will also be playing a fall themed movie. There will be games and a costume contest for our guests! For those camping with us, we will host a site decoration contest! and concessions will be available. $2-$8 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come and enjoy our spooky miniature golf course, once again, in a different light — meaning at night. The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories; the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please wear clothing for the weather. Bring a flashlight and water. $5 cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Hike, enjoy nature, and play bingo for prizes all at the same time! Start your bingo adventure on our Historic Trail (ADA approved) and then continue on to the Tranquility Trail if you choose (moderately rated). Space is limited, must register in advance. Meet at the Park Office. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Learn about native reptile species and see some examples of what they leave behind when they leave this world! Get a stamp on your Tails of Scales card. Four stamps earns a pin! Meet at the Program Area. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Classic cars from all over southeast Georgia will be on display vying for the championship in Hofwyl-Broadfield’s annual car show. Come and view the cars, vote for your favorite and then tour a historic rice plantation. Presented by Friends of Hofwyl and Classic Coastal Cruisers automobile club. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Join Rangers for a night hike to the Marble Mine. Bring flash lights, water, and wear comfortable shoes. The meeting location will be at the Park Office. Please contact the Park Office for any questions. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Meet at picnic shelter 2 for games, face painting, and take a walk through the haunted trail. Campers will pass out candy and participants are encouraged to wear their costumes. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Enjoy a ranger-led kayak paddle on the lake at Laura S. Walker. We will see wildlife and enjoy being on the water. Bring a bottle of water and sunscreen. Pre-register at the Visitor Center the day before the event to secure your spot. Space is limited. We will meet by the kayaks for the paddle. See you there! $25.00 per person $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Interpretive Center and hit the trail to check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Gather behind the Visitor Center to observe live spiders and learn how these often misunderstood creatures actually live and function. $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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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join a ranger and work with others to learn how to build a campfire without any matches and the basics of fire safety. Celebrate what you accomplished with s'mores at the end! Meet at the Nature Center. Pre-Registration is required, for this event. Call the Park Office to register. Ages 8+ $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Ah! The Fall arrives with changing leaves and October harvest. Come enjoy life in a less complex lifestyle with excitement filling the air. We will be demonstrating period tasks, games, and preparation for the coming of Winter. Program activities: Candlemaking wine-making, and Crabapple Jelly! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Come Join a ranger to paint your own jack-o-lantern. We will provide paint, brushes, and paint. Bring your little ones or yourself and paint your very own spooky pumpkin. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Getting to where you want to go is easy! As long as you have Google Maps. Buuut, what happens if you don't?... Come learn this VALUABLE life skill with us, and be able to successfully navigate an area using a map and compass! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Maps and compasses will be provided. This is a 2 hour program. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Let's come together for a peaceful hike along the Sweet Gum Trail to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. At some point during the hike, we'll stop to reflect on calming quotes that can help ease the mind and provide a break from life's pressures. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a sunset hike on the iconic Iron Hill Trail. We will see beautiful views of the lake as the sun sets over the park. Meet at the Iron Hill Parking Lot at 5 PM, then hike a 1.5 mile section of Iron Hill. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Have you ever wondered how we figure our what's what? Join us to learn how historic detectives, identify and protect artifacts, family heirlooms, and more. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Paint a pumpkin to take home and decorate for the season. Materials will be provided. Purchase your ticket for $5 at the Visitor Center and meet behind the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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It's time to get your Spooky on!
Come to Smithgall Woods for our annual Haunted Hike!
Take a spooky hayride up to our Martins Mine trail, where we will go through the haunted history of North Georgia's Gold Rush. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Learn about the foodways of early settlers in the Okefenokee! These hardy pioneers lived self sufficient lifestyles, and did so by growing crops and raising livestock just as hardy as they were. In this program you will get to see true living history as you learn about the plants and animals that supported human habitation here in the swamp! $3 per person $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Try archery for the first time 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 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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The night time brings on a whole new atmosphere to a place. Many people who are unnerved by the night say, it’s not the dark itself, but what could be lurking in it. On this hike we hope to unveil the world of nocturnal nature, and shed some light on the shadowy side of the outdoors.
Bring a flashlight or headlamp, and your adventurous spirit! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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bring your golf cart or a blanket and watch a movie in the day-use parking lot. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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We will meet at the park office and enjoy a relaxing ride around the park. You will get to see the amazing fall colors and you might even get to catch a falling leaf! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Fresh Popcorn and apple cider will be for sale in the park office from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Meet at the campground pavilion for our annual pumpkin painting! Call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Take a leisurely walk by the river and learn about some of the many birds that can be seen here at the park.
Pick up some birding tips along the way.
Bring binoculars if you have them. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Come join us for a spooky scavenger hunt each Saturday in October. Spend time outdoors with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources available at Wormsloe. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023. Free with price of admission. 912-353-3023.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Indulge your curiosity by creating your own piece of artwork using nature's fungal friends! We'll learn all about mushrooms and parts of their life cycle while making unique spore prints after gathering mushrooms of our choosing. $2 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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A watercolor program for adults of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter#3 that overlooks the lake and fall colored trees. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our ranger for a guided hike along the Gold Mine Creek Trail. 2.5 miles/strenuous. Begins at the Beach parking area at 11am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Try your hand at spooky archery with themed targets. We will have a variety of monster targets to pick from, with some being easier for beginner archers and some being more advanced. All skill levels welcome. Participants age 10 and up. Space limited to 10 participants.Call the park office to register by paying in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Learn about the creatures that live in Hard Labor Creek and ask a naturalist any questions you have about the wildlife of the park. This program will include a live snake presentation. Meet at Picnic Shelter 2 at 4:45pm. Program open to all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Let's talk about what happens to trees during the fall while we make a fall tree wall hanging from recycled materials. Space is limited, must register in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Show love for your four-legged friends by taking them on a ranger-led hike on the Watershed Trail (1.25 mi). Dogs must be kept on a 6 foot leash. Must register in advance by calling the Park Office. Meet at the Nature Center. Free treats and pets provided to all dogs. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Make some fun take home crafts with a ranger and learn more about the park and nature. We will be making leather bracelets, painting stone turtles and painting our nature scenes.
$8 Program fee is required. Stop by the front desk to register and pay fee or call us to pre-register. Meet us in the Event Room. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Stop into the Visitor Center to purchase your fall craft kit for just $2. Several seasonal crafts will be available to choose from. Available throughout the day while supplies last. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Be on the lookout for our ranger roving the campground for any on the spot questions that you may have about nature and the park. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Uncover the lives of lizards, skinks, and other unusual reptiles of Georgia. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Learn to shoot a bow and about archery safety. Located behind the main office. Ages 8 and up. Must wear closed toe shoes. Spaces are limited so please register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join our naturalists for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Sessions mainly on the second and fourth Wednesdays. Programs designed for children ages 8-12. Please bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. Wear closed-toe shoes. Register in advance. Limited to 12 students. Click on the link below for more details. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Fish that saw flesh with their jaw, mushrooms that zombify insects, spiders that emit neurotoxins and eat their mates! Learn about some of the creepiest creatures in Georgia. Space is limited, must register in advance. Optional hike at the end of instructional time. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Come join us on Iron Hill trail, as we explore the unique geology of Red Top Mountain. We discuss the park's geological history and the the different rocks and minerals found throughout the area. We will also go over why Red Top Mountain was a popular area for mining. Let's rock n' roll! $5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Try your hand at the exciting sport of archery. Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be! Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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So you've seen every season of "Alone", but do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as we go on a birding adventure. This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Children 8 and up to adults can learn the basic skills of archery. Sign up yourself, your child or your whole family for a one hour session of archery learning how to properly shot a bow and arrow. Ready, aim and fire. Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited, call the office at 706-541-0321 to register! $15 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the ambassador animals. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach 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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Come join a Park Ranger for some family-friendly spooky stories around the campfire and snack on some s'mores. Meet at the fire pit behind the Mellinger Center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Bat Week
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Meet at the Nature Center for a Ranger-led sensory night hike and connect with nature through activities designed to engage all of your senses. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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For families with older elementary and middle school students. Come to Picnic Shelter #1 to listen to scary stories and take an interactive spooky walk lead by a ranger! $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-540-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Recommended for people ages 17+. If you dare, join us at Picnic Shelter #3 to learn about Hall County's ghosts, local legends, and history from a Gainesville native. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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The moon is full, the lanterns are lit! For one night only, the past comes alive to tell you their tales. From the Spanish missions, to the British Fort, all the way up to the Civil War--this candle lantern tour gives you the chance to speak with those daring folk who left their mark on Darien's legacy. $10. 912-437-4770.
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Come experience one of the best sunsets in the state! Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 7:15pm/11th, 7pm/25th. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Try our haunted walking trail, if you dare!
Every Friday & Saturday in October & Halloween Night
Dark until 10:30PM $10. 229-276-1004.
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Must call to reserve tickets. Spend the evening dressed in your Halloween costume, socializing, and enjoying the show by the Dueling Pianos! The event will take place inside our ballroom at the conference center. $20. 229-276-1004.
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This program is a twist on our normal Trivia Night programs. With Halloween just around the corner, this special trivia night will have questions all about spooky movies, creepy crawlies, and fun Halloween facts. Participants will split off into teams and compete to see who can answer the most questions. Program held at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Camping night owls, come experience mini-golf in a whole new light, with some Halloween flair to boot! Costumes welcome. Time slots begin at 7:30pm. Space is limited, must register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at Coastal Georgia’s last surviving rice plantation. We will walk beneath centuries old Live Oak trees, explore the plantation out-buildings and finish with a tour of the plantation house. $20. 912-264-7333.
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The whole family will enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park! Hayrides will begin and end in the campground.
The cost for admission is $3 per person, ages 3 and under are free. Pay in advance at the visitor center or have correct change at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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