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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Tag along with our interpretive staff for a guided tour of our Heritage Farm. Explore the farm and its out-buildings, learn the reasons behind their construction and a good bit about what life was like for Wiregrass farmers during the nineteenth century. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required) $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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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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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Meet the Naturalist on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to see what interesting plants, fungi, or signs of animal activity we can find along the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Campers are invited to stop by for some good old fashioned fun. We'll have several field games to choose from for a little friendly competition. Inquire in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Grab a cup of coffee and sit for a spell. Have a chat with our naturalist, who will be available at the fire ring behind the Visitor Center. This is your chance to discuss the history, flora, and fauna at Skidaway Island with one of our friendly, knowledgeable rangers. Coffee and tea available for sale in the gift shop or bring your own. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. These ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Explore the Bee Species that are apart of Georgia's State Wide Action Plan and figure out what you can do to help our native bee populations! It is un-Bee-lievable how many species there are! 3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Kayaking is a lesson in applied physics every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Enjoy a kayak paddle on the reservoir while learning the science behind how it works. Spots are extremely limited call 770-732-2613 to register. $40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Gather with us as we use corn for both cooking and crafting. Shucking, roasting, seasoning, eating, and crafting with the husks. Come see for yourself how much use you can get out of a simple head of corn. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Meet the Naturalist at the Park office; for a crash course in Kayaking. We'll be going over basic strokes, maneuvers, as well as Paddling Safety. Afterwards we'll hop into the water and test our new found knowledge. Be sure to bring water, snacks, dry clothes, and a towel. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Visit our Nature Hut to learn about animals that are common to this area. Many taxidermy animals are on display. You can also meet our two live snakes !! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come learn about the ecological importance of prescribed fire and the role it plays in the forest at Tugaloo State Park. located at the Nature Hut. 2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join our park ranger on this moderate 5K / 3.1 mile trail route covering the Hiking/Biking Trail and the Ridge Loop.
No fee required but please call the office in advance if you plan to attend. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join us for a hike through history dating back to the 1700s!
On this 1.5 hour, 3 mile round-trip hike, take a walk into the past and learn about the history of the park, the mills that powered industry, and see the newly discovered mill site that predates Watson’s Mill. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Eagles, hawks, falcons, and ravens, are some of Georgia's largest birds, and among its most imperiled. Come learn about these and other large avian, and the efforts to slow their decline. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Start your morning off right with a good stretch and breathing exercises. Meet us on the beach for a guided yoga session. This event is for all ages and beginners are welcome. Please bring a towel or a yoga mat and a water bottle. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Monday, May 26, 2025 2 PM to 2:45 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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We plan to explore the importance of archaeology and the protection of historical resources. The day camp will involve team building and exploration of different techniques professional archaeologists practice. Open to ages 10-16 years old, and those with an interest in archaeology. Registration required! Cost: $50 per camper. $50. 912-437-4770.
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Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Following our Astro Club meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, we'll head out to find a dark spot of forest for some stargazing & discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge at dark, & will vacate the park promptly by 10pm. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the history of the land and water that is High Falls State Park. Meet at the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Meet on the porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail and play bingo for prizes at the same time! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. Click event for more details. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt’s Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This program defines the difference between "Good Plant" species and "Bad Plant" species, and "Good Snakes" versus "Bad Snakes" . . . and if there really is such a thing. Meet at the Interpretive center. $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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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake & the Old Fort from the cafe tables at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Trivia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
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Come see what you know and maybe even learn something new! Join us for nature themed trivia in the Mellinger Center for an opportunity to win a prize. Meet at the Mellinger Center in the campground by 6pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Many species of plants and animals, including some in our park are imperiled, or threatened. Come find out what they are, and what's being done to ensure their survival. $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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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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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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We'll learn the basics of the app together, then take a hike through the rock garden along the lakeshore out to the rocky point at the fishing hole, collecting species along the way. Check-in & register at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us for a hike along the Sweet Gum Trail where we will explore various tree species that inhabit the park. Learn about the characteristics of each and discuss their role in the environment. Additionally, we will address some endangered species in Georgia and events that led to their decline. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us to see how pewter is heated and used to create castings. You can choose to cast your souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Visit the picnic tables behind the Visitors Center. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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What is that in your childs' hand? That doesn't look like a video game controller.. Wait! Is that a compass? And they're not just sitting on the couch. They're... outdoors! If you want your child to get outside AND learn a new skill, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This is geared towards younger children. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can and should build in an emergency. 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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You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! 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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May 28th- 30th. Ages 5-7. Drop your Jr Rangers off for 3 days of outdoor fun! Kids need to bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, and wear closed-toe shoes. Call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $115 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join a Park Ranger for an informational guided hike of our beautiful, moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail and make it to the peak just in time to enjoy a beautiful view of the sunset. Wear closed toe hiking shoes and bring water and a flashlight. Please bring $5 cash for the event fee. Meet at the Tennessee Rock Trailhead by 6:30pm. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Eagles, hawks, falcons, and ravens, are some of Georgia's largest birds, and among its most imperiled. Come learn about these and other large avian, and the efforts to slow their decline. $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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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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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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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Visitor Center anytime between 1:00-2:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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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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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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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us at shelter 4 between 5:30 and 7 and for campfire and smores. $3 per person, register by May 23, 2025 so we can have adequate supplies. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us to see how pewter is heated and used to create castings. You can choose to cast your souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Visit the picnic tables behind the Visitors Center. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out.
No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out.
No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us by the fire as we welcome you to the park! Enjoy smores and campfire stories as we answer your questions about Red Top Mountain and our programs for you and your family. We'll also discuss this year's interpretive theme and highlight wildlife species you may encounter. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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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 by phone! $20 plus $5 parking. 706-752-7981.
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Staff and experts from the University of Georgia will be at the Tabby Ruins providing information and demonstrations on ground penetrating radar as well as LIDAR, both tools that help archaeologists understand and locate historical features that have been lost to time. $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Meet at Lake Liberty for fishing 101 with the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) Equipment and supplies on site!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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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Come explore the creek and look for critters that live in and around it. We will also learn a bit about the critters we find and how to respect them and their habitat. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area, bring water, and wear closed-toe shoes that will stay on and can get wet. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come let your creative juices flow and craft to your heart's content! Craft supplies and examples will be provided. Stop by the porch of the Trading Post in the campground between 3-5pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Start your day with a breath of fresh air!
Bring your coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate and a blanket to rise with the sun by the rivers edge. Listen out for the morning calls of the pileated woodpeckers, red-shouldered hawks, Canadian Geese and other song birds.
Make sure to bring your binoculars and cameras! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Do you know the difference between a turkey vulture and black vulture?
Join our Naturalist in comparing these misunderstood creatures and learning why they are so important to humans and our environment. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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We love the pups here at CCSP! Bring your four-legged friends on this hike on the Overlook Trail from the interpretive Center to the Catfish Pond at the Meadowlands. This is a moderate 2-mile hike round trip. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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The flashing lights of fireflies are synonymous with summer nights! In this program you'll find out why they glow, and other fascinating facts about these unique insects. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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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 $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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Peek back at life of a goldminer and see some of the things they would have experienced. Demonstrations on gold panning, blacksmithing, butter churning, folk toys, and more. Some of our guests will include Crisson Gold Mine, Lumpkin County Historical Society and the Friends of the Gold museum will be selling hotdogs, chips, and drinks. $9-$12. 706-864-2257.
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Experience a unique and relaxing yoga session on our beach, led by instructors from Find Your Center Yoga Studio.
This event is BYOYM- Bring Your Own Yoga Mat! People of all levels of experience are welcome. Please call ahead to register, or register in the visitor center. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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If you come to picnic shelter #2 to play pollinator themed bingo bee prepared for a fun time! We will be playing with specially made bingo sheets with Georgia pollinators and will also learn some fun facts about them as well! Friendly for all ages. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $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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Archery
Saturday, May 31, 2025 9 AM to 9:45 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Each participant will be given a drawing prompt from a story. Once everyone has finished their pictures, we will read the story and share the pictures that everyone drew. The pictures will be shared on our facebook page and have a chance to be featured in a book in our visitors center. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Saturday, May 31, 2025 3 PM to 3:45 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 1PM-1:45PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $2-$4 Admission
$5 Programming Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Start your day feeling amazing ! This fun, alignment-based yoga practice with registered teacher Monique French plus breathtaking mountain top views will refresh your mind, body and spirit. Please bring a mat. Weather permitting. Setup at the Stone Amphitheater adjacent to Park Office at 7:15 AM. Restrooms open at 8:00 AM. $10 (cash only) at the amphitheater sign-in $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Wet-Felting is a fun and easy way to create a unique and cozy bird house for your backyard. Together we will create a felted bird house using soap water and agitation. We’ll discuss some of our smaller bird friends and their nesting habits. Bring a large towel. . $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Wet-Felting is a fun and easy way to create a unique and cozy bird house for your backyard. Together we will create a felted bird house using soap water and agitation. We’ll discuss some of our smaller bird friends and their nesting habits. Bring a large towel. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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A ranger will be present at the Guale roundhouse showcasing how neolithic points were made thousands of years ago! Cost: standard admission. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Stop by to speak with a living historian portraying a Civil War soldier about Fort McAllister's history and experience a musket firing demonstration. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Tag along with our interpretive staff for a guided tour of our Heritage Farm. Explore the farm and its out-buildings, learn the reasons behind their construction and a good bit about what life was like for Wiregrass farmers during the nineteenth century. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required) $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Children ages 4 and up are welcome to attend this event. Join us at the small picnic shelter below the park office at 11:00 am. we will us markers to color seasonal cut outs perfect for spring! $5 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Join the Park Ranger for a guided tour of the 1920 Gristmill. We will discuss the history of the land, the community that used this mill, and the workings of all of the implements inside of the Agricultural History Museum. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Please register using the link below. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join the Naturalist for this Wild Georgia program and learn how prescribed burns can keep forest habitats healthy. We will also discuss wildfire prevention. Participants will receive a Smokey the Bear comic book (while supplies last) as well as a stamp on their "Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow" bookmark. Please register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us behind the Visitor Center to begin a morning of bird watching and ID through sound. Discover birds that are a high priority for conservation of their natural habitats. Please bring binoculars and wear comfortable walking shoes. We will be using the free Merlin Bird ID app, if you would like to add it to your phone before we begin. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour to Camp Lawton's 160 year old Civil War Earthen Fort. Along the way we will discover more about this prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners.
Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Archery
Saturday, May 31, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome for a fun time of target practice. Meet at the archery range past cottage 9.
Ages 7 and up $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Did you know the red cockaded woodpecker is among the many species that are a high priority for conservation of their natural habitats? Join us at the campground picnic shelter to discover why and make a fun red cockaded woodpecker craft. Registration is required in advance at the Visitor Center or call (478)982-1600. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Do you need a new recipe to add to your collection? Look now further than New Echota-Cherokee Capital SHS. The Rangers will be preparing bean bread just as the Cherokee during the early 19th century. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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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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Limited tactical displays and demonstrations will feature artillery and infantry impressions used by Union and Confederate troops during the battle. There will also be guided tours and presentations held throughout the event. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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What is that in your childs' hand? That doesn't look like a video game controller.. Wait! Is that a compass? And they're not just sitting on the couch. They're... outdoors! If you want your child to get outside AND learn a new skill, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This is geared towards younger children. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can and should build in an emergency. 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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You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! 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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The dutch oven is an extremely versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for sweet or savory dishes, quick cooking meals or all day stews. This time, join us as we cook PIZZA, in pairs, by the lake! Bring a friend or make a new one! We will also educate you how to use, maintain, and clean your cast-iron. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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The dutch oven is an extremely versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for sweet or savory dishes, quick cooking meals or all day stews. This time, join us as we cook PIZZA, in pairs, by the lake! Bring a friend or make a new one! We will also educate you how to use, maintain, and clean your cast-iron. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts into colors such as orange and pink. Listen to the nocturnal wildlife as they begin to awake for the evening. We will meet in front of the trading post. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Educational program about the benefits of creating wildlife habitat in your own back yard including an outside activity where participants will try their hand at building a home for birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a fun family movie night. Located behind the Nature Hut. What is Gru and the Minions up to now? $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Bring out your competitive side! We’ll be building cardboard boats and sending them down sliding rock. First one to the bottom wins! Meet at shelter 4. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Bring your chairs to the office parking lot for our first summer movie under the stars! Concessions will be available for purchase. Call the office to find out what movie we’ll be showing. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King.
We’ll take a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia, stop at the overlook where the old mill once stood and end at the power plant ruins. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Staff and experts from the University of Georgia will be at the Tabby Ruins providing information and demonstrations on ground penetrating radar as well as LIDAR, both tools that help archaeologists understand and locate historical features that have been lost to time. $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Twice annually, Georgia DNR sponsors a no-license-needed day to promote fishing opportunities around the state. Free! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us for a hike through history dating back to the 1700s!
On this 1.5 hour, 3 mile round-trip hike, take a walk into the past and learn about the history of the park, the mills that powered industry, and see the newly discovered mill site that predates Watson’s Mill. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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We plan to explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. The day camp will involve team building and exploration throughout the Fort. Cost: $75 per child, open to ages 7 to 12 years old. Must register here: https://forms.gle/YCsGC2TUer16yEUp8 $75. 912-437-4770.
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Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 6-8. Registration Open. Payment is due upon registration. $150. 912-727-2339.
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Ahoy maties! Pick up your map and decoder wheel and set the main sales for this self-guided, paddling scavenger hunt adventure that will teach you a bit about our local species. Use your boat or rent one of ours for a fee. Ask the landlubbers in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Grab the kids and send them our way! The children will work on earning their Jr. Ranger badge, hike trails, discover the importance of sustainability, and explore the great outdoors all while making lifetime memories. Space is limited to 12 campers. $100 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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