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For Flag Day, join us for a fun little craft were we sew together felt historical flags. Maybe you'll want to take home a British Union Jack or a Scottish standard? Perfect for ages 7-12, or anyone with an interest in the craft. $2. 912-437-4770.
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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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Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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 rangers for a day of learning and adventure! Bring the family to New Echota to participate in the statewide Jr. Ranger program. There will be various demonstrations and activities throughout the day including but not limited to 1800s printing, Cherokee weapons, and scheduled nature hikes. Admission fee required. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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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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For the archer wanting something a little more than our basic archery class offers. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Come out and learn about the life and skills of a Civil War soldier. Show off what you've learned by completing our junior ranger book! For this day only you'll get to fast track your badge progress! All ages welcome! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Actress/Storyteller Carol Cain will portray seven different "Rosie the Riveter's" in one special performance. Rosie represents the American women who worked during World War II producing munitions, planes, tanks and war supplies. Times: 11:00am, 1:30am, and 2:30pm $9.50- $15 706-655-5870.
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Flag Day is a day to commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. There will be a display of historical American flags, talks, and kids activites. Presentation 12:30, and 3:00 $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov
$100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Come make a father’s day card for dad at the campground pavilion! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Show your patriotic side with an American flag craft at the campground pavilion! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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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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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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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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For the archer wanting something a little more than our basic archery class offers. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins? This ranger led mill tour is your chance. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. not stroller friendly. This is an easy 1 mile hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Time to talk about the good the bad and the ugly. Learn about some of the most despised and misunderstood species, and challenge yourself to learn about the good they do. Meet our ambassador animals and hopefully see them in an all new light. even the most loathsome species deserve love. Call 770-732-2613 to register or come to the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting floral fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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 9-12. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 6-10. Click event for more details. $200. 770-389-7801.
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The sky is the limit when you use your imagination! Arts and crafts are just the beginning for campers who will have the opportunity to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Come on down to the Visitor's Center June 16th and 8PM and join Trey on a night hike on the Lake Loop Trail! This trail is beautiful at night with great views of the lake and perfect for star gazing. If you are lucky, you can even catch some shooting stars! Trey will talk about local folklore and state wildlife action plan (SWAP). Please park at the visitors center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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June-August, we will be spending every Tuesday morning at 10am diving into a book on local wildlife, folklore, plant-life, or maybe just fan favorites! Each book will be followed by a corresponding craft or activity!
This program is meant for k-5th, but all ages welcome! Bring your imagination and meet us in the Visitor Centers Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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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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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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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Every Wednesday, 11:30am-12:30pm June-August, come cool off with a Naturalist as we dive into the ecosystem within Little Amicalola Creek! Learn about the cool creatures that call our creek "home" and hear about how the North GA river systems have been a resource for plants, wildlife, and people alike for centuries! Nets and buckets provided. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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 three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Come join us for a one day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of carnivorous plants, fishing tips, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime.
Please call the office to register in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $50 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Meet at the campground pavilion for a flower painting craft! All the mess with none of the cleanup! All ages welcome. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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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Get ready for a day of fun activities with our rangers, and earn your Hofwyl-Broadfield Junior Ranger badge!
-This camp is for ages 6-12.
-Call 912-264-7333, email allie.ellis@dnr.ga.gov, or click event link to register $10.50 912-264-7333.
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How did the African community live during enslavement in Georgia up to the Civil War, and how did life change in the decades after June 19, 1865 when slavery ended in the United States? Join us on this walking tour to learn about the people who lived in middle Georgia before the war and stayed after to seek a new beginning. Reservations required. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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To celebrate Juneteenth we're hosting a guided nature hike on the purple trail. all ages welcome, moderate terrain change on this mile ling hike. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This guided hike focuses on the legacy of Harriet Tubman; one of the most remarkable naturalists who was able to prove that understanding our natural landscapes is a path to freedom. This guided hike will span 2 miles noting plants that were just as useful then as they are now. To register call 770-732-2613 or come in person to the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Cool off with a popsicle at the pool! $1 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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 Trading Post any time between 6:00-7:00pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Skyfishing is a fun way to see night-time insects in a new light. A sheet with a light shining on it will be put up by Picnic Shelter 4. Nocturnal insects, like moths, are attracted to the light and land on the sheet, which allows us to get a closer look at how nocturnal insects have adapted to living in the dark. This is an all-ages free event. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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 three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour of the swamp. See birds heading home to roost and alligators heading out to hunt, hear the frogs start their chorus, and watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $20-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $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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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths, and the threatened species specific to Cloudland Canyon in this short thirty minute program. $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 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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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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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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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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This year marks 160 years since the end of the American Civil War. While men folk were off to the war, women, children, and the elderly were fighting their own back home. Join us as our interpretive staff along with other living historians tell the stories of life on the home front in the Wiregrass region of Georgia at the close of the war. Fee free $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Please visit the Eventbrite link to register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on a paddle around Lake Rutledge. Ages 10 and up. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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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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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Programs will include: “Dressing a Woman in the mid-1800s” (M. Manley), “Medicinal Herbs of the Civil War” (T. Meeks) and “Gunsmithing during the Civil War” (J. Nash). In addition, Civil War books will also be available for purchase. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join Smithgall Woods to discover the numerous species of snakes living all around us! get a chance to ask your reptile-related questions, see some snakes in person, learn how to identify the venomous species, and learn how to live safely around them. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Have you ever wanted to go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins? This ranger led mill tour is your chance. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. not stroller friendly. This is an easy 1 mile hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This easy 2.5 mile guided hike showcases one of our most imperiled ecosystems. Grasslands have globally been declining at a rapid rate. These grasslands are essential for a healthy and functional ecosystem providing services for wildlife, erosion control, and nutrient cycling. See the difference our native grasses can make! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Prepare to hear a ghost story about the natural resources that once resided in Sweetwater Creek. What does the American Persimmon, Devil's Walkingstick, Honey Locust, and Wild Tomato have in common? These plants have survived past their extinct coevolution species. To hear our tale of Evolutionary Anachronism call 770-732-2613 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills! Must be able to draw 20lbs bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and they will direct you where to go. Please call and register in advance space is limited $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Pick up a summer crossword puzzle from the office. Turn in completed by 3:00 PM for a prize! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This program will take you down to Daniel Creek where we'll wade in the creek to search for aquatic critters to see what lives in the canyon's streams. For kids and adults ages 8+. Close-toed shoes that can get wet are required. $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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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths, and the threatened species specific to Cloudland Canyon in this short thirty minute program. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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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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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Please visit the Eventbrite link to register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills. $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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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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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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Join us for a ranger-led hike to observe the habitats for the three threatened/endangered species of wildflowers found at Pickett's Mill Battlefield. Participants may also be able to help conduct bloom counts. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Have you ever wanted to go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins? This ranger led mill tour is your chance. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. not stroller friendly. This is an easy 1 mile hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Time to talk about the good the bad and the ugly. Learn about some of the most despised and misunderstood species, and challenge yourself to learn about the good they do. Meet our ambassador animals and hopefully see them in an all new light. even the most loathsome species deserve love. Call 770-732-2613 to register or come to the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Prepare to hear a ghost story about the natural resources that once resided in Sweetwater Creek. What does the American Persimmon, Devil's Walkingstick, Honey Locust, and Wild Tomato have in common? These plants have survived past their extinct coevolution species. To hear our tale of Evolutionary Anachronism call 770-732-2613 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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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Campers will be joining Rangers to learn archery basics, try their hand at fishing, and learn about how search and rescues are conducted on the park. Ages 13-15 years old. This is a day camp between 8:30am- 4:30pm. Registration in required. $25 registration fee. For registration or questions call 706-857-0826. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 10-14. Click event for more details. $250. 770-389-7801.
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Now open to ages 6-12.
The sky is the limit when you use your imagination! Arts and crafts are just the beginning for campers who will have the opportunity to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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June-August, we will be spending every Tuesday morning at 10am diving into a book on local wildlife, folklore, plant-life, or maybe just fan favorites! Each book will be followed by a corresponding craft or activity!
This program is meant for k-5th, but all ages welcome! Bring your imagination and meet us in the Visitor Centers Arch Room! $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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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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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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What was life like for a well-to-do girl in Nacoochee in the 1870s? In this one day camp, 6-10 year olds will play period games, play dress up with Victorian attire and have an English tea. $40. 706-878-1077.
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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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Every Wednesday, 11:30am-12:30pm June-August, come cool off with a Naturalist as we dive into the ecosystem within Little Amicalola Creek! Learn about the cool creatures that call our creek "home" and hear about how the North GA river systems have been a resource for plants, wildlife, and people alike for centuries! Nets and buckets provided. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $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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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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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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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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Join Rangers to see and taste foods being consumed by the Cherokee people and Moravian missionaries. We're pulling descriptions of meals strait out of the Moravian logs and cooking them up for your dining pleasure. $7. 706-695-2598.
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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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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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Get ready for a day of fun activities with our rangers, and earn your Hofwyl-Broadfield Junior Ranger badge!
-This camp is for ages 6-12.
-Call 912-264-7333, email allie.ellis@dnr.ga.gov, or click event link to register $10.50 912-264-7333.
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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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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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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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Ever wondered how you can age a fish, or what the state record is for the biggest fish caught in Georgia? Come find out at the Fish of GA Campfire Program! Listen to a Native American story about the giant fish Dakwa, and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Learn the basics of weaving with pine needles. Make your own cup coaster to take home! Suggested ages are 12 and older (needles, thread, and scissors will be used). Cost: $5. We recommend calling to reserve a seat! $5. 912-437-4770.
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Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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We're heading into the night to learn about the things we can't normally see. We'll hunt for scorpions by using provided UV flash lights. We will meet at the park office (Trading Post) to walk along an easy/moderate 1 mile trail. Limited to 15 hikers. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes. Call the park to register by paying in advance. $5 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 us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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