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Come learn which animals have to use survival strategies during the winter. We will dive into the diverse adaptations employed by various mammals to endure freezing temperatures, examining their remarkable physical and behavioral mechanisms for keeping warm and winter safety. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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We'll decorate the Old Fort with period-inspired flare, and build a cozy fire to invite our guest. We'll offer candied treats & hot chocolate to welcome him in. When Santa is comfy inside the warm cabin, we'll open the doors & children will come from all around to sit for photos with our old-timey Santa! Free program for a memorable family moment! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Explore Unicoi in a different light, that light being the light of the moon. Join our staff for a fun unique night hike through our park. Flashlights provided. Weather Dependent. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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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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Want to make some super cute Christmas decorations? Let's get crafty and whip up some adorable red and white beaded candy canes and icicle ornaments while enjoying some holiday music. Think festive, sparkling, and totally handmade! $3 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Get ready for some serious holiday fun! We're going on a festive hike! Bundle up in your ugly Christmas sweater, light up necklaces, and glow sticks! It's going to be a blast hiking on the riverside trail lit up for the holidays. $8 adult / $5 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Experience the dramatic reenactment of Georgia’s final Civil War battle, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle begins Saturday, December 13, at 4:40 PM (arrive by 4:00). On Friday, December 12, explore soldiers’ encampments and glimpse camp life leading up to the fight. 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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for some 1860s holiday spirit and more. There will be crafts, games, and decorating activities for all to enjoy. Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us at sunset to hunt candy canes, afterwards enjoy a holiday movie, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Please call the office to sign up. Meet at the picnic shelter in the Day Use Area. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Friends of Traveler's Rest wants to welcome you to enjoy lively and festive dulcimer music and hot apple cider with teacakes made with a traditional Jarrett family recipe. This remarkable early 19th-century stagecoach inn will be decorated with handmade ornaments and greenery just as it would have been in the 1800’s. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Geminids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 120 meteors in an hour!
Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards and remember to dress warm! $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Interested in expanding your knowledge of the people who lived at Etowah? The winter lecture series will feature four different lectures over the course of winter 2025-2026. We will feature different subjects in the fields of Archeology & Anthropology. You can expand your knowledge by listening to lectures given by experts in these fields. $12-$16. 770-387-3747.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join Sweetwater Creek Eco-Stewards and help free our park from invasive species that threaten native trees, plants, wildlife & rare habitats, & learn more about our native forest with EcoAddendum. All experience levels welcome. We’ll walk approximately 1-1.5 miles on natural trails. Please wear close-toed shoes, dress for the weather & bring water $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Bring your homeschool family to tour the house decorated in the manner of a 19th century Moravian Lovefeast, and enjoy a Christmas themed craft. Call to pre-register, spaces limited. $6.50 - $5.25 706-695-2598.
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Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge as it falls dark and will finish back on the bridge, vacating the park by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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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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Get ready for some festive fun! Join us for bingo with a special guest appearance by the one and only GRINCH! It's going to be a hilarious and exciting afternoon filled with Bingo, prizes and photos. $2 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Do you know that black bears don't hibernate? Come learn about why bears den, what happens during denning, factors that influence denning and when they emerge from their dens. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join us for a night of winter movie magic at the group shelter. Doors open at 5 pm with the first movie (animated, holiday-themed, PG-rated) starting at 5:30 pm. The second movie (live-action, winter-themed, PG-rated) will begin at 7:30 pm. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Call the visitor center for more information! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us at the Highlander's House where we will discuss the history of the classic spice drink, wassail. Enjoy a warm cup of this fresh brew around the fire amid the holiday decorations as well! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join us at the Highlander's House where we will discuss the history of the classic spice drink, wassail. Enjoy a warm cup of this fresh brew around the fire amid the holiday decorations as well! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come join us at the campground activity shelter. We’ll be decorating keepsake Christmas ornaments! Only $5 per ornament $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $4, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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The holidays are right around the corner and while Christmas was not a traditional Cherokee holiday they did celebrate it along side the missionaries in the early 19th century. This recipe comes from the Moravian journals written at Springplace Mission. Admission fee required. Admission includes Ranger led programs, entry to the grounds. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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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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Friends of Traveler's Rest wants to welcome you to enjoy lively and festive dulcimer music and hot apple cider with teacakes made with a traditional Jarrett family recipe. This remarkable early 19th-century stagecoach inn will be decorated with handmade ornaments and greenery just as it would have been in the 1800’s. 706-356-4362.
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Come join in on some festive holiday fun around the campfire with family and friends. There will be songs, stories and smore's! Please bring your own lawn chair and hot beverage (coffee, hot chocolate, apple cider) smore's will be provided. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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The 21st marks the first day of winter. Visit the Fort and enjoy the day outside with a Ranger! Activities include a quarter-mile hike, birding, and nature journaling. This leisurely hike will be no longer than a mile and will require good shoes and winter-appropriate clothing. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $4, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Campsite Decorating & Ugly Sweater Contest - All Day
Let's decorate campground 1 in festive lights! Don't forget to wear that ugly Christmas sweater to get into the holiday spirit. A ranger will be coming around to judge and hand out prizes in the evening for the best decorated and ugliest sweater in the campground! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Want to show off your Christmas knowledge and have some laughs? Join us for some super fun afternoon of Christmas trivia! It'll be a great way to get into the holiday spirit and see how much you truly know about Christmas. $2 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Come out and enjoy a nice cool hike hunting for the gingerbread man. Afterwards warm up with a cup of hot coco and gingerbread cookie at the visitor center. $1 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Fancy a fun winter hike at Chattahoochee Bend? Let's bundle up and go for a brisk walk, keeping our ears and eyes peeled for those cool winter birds. It'll be a great way to get some fresh air and enjoy the scenery. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Colonial taverns functioned as trading posts, post offices, all while serving hot food, hot drink, and hot gossip. Come see where the politics of the Revolution began in ye ol' fashioned Tavern! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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The year is 1775 and Georgians must decide if they should take up arms against the Crown. The militia will be inside the Barracks looking for recruits against tyranny. Need convincing? Check out the musket firings he'll also offer! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Actually, it's three days after Christmas Day. Come out for another installment of Pickett's Meals and learn how to recycle your leftover Christmas ham into a new meal. We will be demonstrating Ham and Dumplings. Samples allowed for attendees. $3.50 - $ 6.50 770-443-7850.
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Come glow with us into the New Year! Enjoy a 1 mile easy hike to the Flat Rock to enjoy the stars and count down to the new year. Wear you glow items, comfortable shoes and bring water. The ranger will have additional glow items. $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Tired of sitting your way into the new year? Start 2026 off on the right (and left) foot as we hike into the new year. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Celebrate the last day of 2025 with a torch-lit sunset tour of the historic city of Etowah. On Wednesday, December 31st, the Mounds will be open until 9:00 pm, with a guided tour up Mound A starting at 6:30 pm to view the sunset. Walk with a ranger, view the stars, or try some piping hot corn fritters along other traditional southern recipes $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Celebrate the arrival of 2026 and the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding with a special New Year’s Eve guided hike at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site in Brunswick. Stroll beneath centuries-old oaks and explore historic outbuildings, At midnight, ring the historic plantation bell and toast with sparkling cider. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Meet Rangers at the park office to enjoy an easy 1.2 mile hike around the Lower Lake. The hike will end with sparkling grape juice and hot cocoa around the campfire as we count down to the New Year. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, and bring a flashlight. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Start the New Year off on the right foot! Join us for a Ranger led hike on our Sunset Drive Nature Trail. We will hike past historic CCC buildings, talk about the 478th company, and go on a tour of the 1935 Fire Tower. Hike is an easy 1 mile meander on a paved trail. Bring water and wear appropriate shoes. Dogs must be on a 6 ft leash. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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On New Year’s Day, Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites will once again kick off the New Year with the statewide First Day Hike tradition! Two unique hikes will be offered at Amicalola Falls State Park, starting at 9:30am and 12:00pm. A Birds of Prey Show at 11am in the Arch Room of Visitor's Center caps off this great day. All ages welcome! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come join us for a 1 mile easy hike to the Tower to enjoy lunch by the Chattahoochee River! Please wear comfortable shoes, bring picnic lunch, blanket, and drinks. Feel free to ask Naturalist questions about the park and nature. $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join us for an ADA and child friendly hike around the Visitor Center Parking lot to meet at the fire pit to discretely burn one thing you don't want to bring into the New Year. We will end this program on a fun note with smore's by the fire! $2 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation, as we welcome in the new year with a coffee in hand and birds in sight. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join a ranger to search for your "First Bird!" Bird watchers across the globe participate in this tradition and say that the first bird you see in the new year represents the upcoming 12 months. Don't miss out on this memorable and meaningful first day hike! Pre-registration is required; save your spot by calling the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join a ranger on the Huckleberry Trail for a fun first-day hike! To celebrate the start of America's 250th year, we will have some history/New Year's themed trivia with prizes for correct answers. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to save your spot! $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Step into the boots of a colonial soldier! On this ¾-mile hike, kids and families will march with a Revolutionary War guide, hear tales of bravery and frontier survival, and watch safe musket drill demonstrations. An active, fun, and family-friendly adventure that brings Elijah Clarke and Colonial Georgia to life! $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Celebrate the first day of 2026 with a ranger-led hike. Join a park ranger for a scenic adventure to one of F.D.
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Join us for the first hike of the new year! We will be hiking the turtle cove trail. Meet at the restrooms in the boat ramp parking lot. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Welcome in America's 250th anniversary with a distinctly Scottish flair!
After settling the town in 1736, the Scots of Darien would protect the new Georgia colony and raise patriots who would fight for America's independence just 40 years later. Join us while we celebrate both the New Year and the history that has gotten us here. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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If your New Year’s resolution is to get outdoors, get some exercise, and learn fascinating history about Georgia, this is the event for you! Take a guided hike through the best-preserved Confederate earthworks. Discover the daily life of Civil War soldiers and the fort’s role in shaping our nation. Standard admission applies $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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If your New Year’s resolution is to get outdoors, get some exercise, and learn fascinating history about the great state of Georgia, this is the event for you! Join us for a guided hike on the hallowed grounds of historic Fort Morris. Learn about the daily life of Colonial soldiers and Fort Morris’ role in the battle for our nation’s independence. $1.50 - $5 912-884-5999.
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Bundle up and join us for an early morning history hike. Enjoy the view of the valley from the West Overlook, learn about the CCC as we climb the Fire Tower, and explore the mysteries of the ancient Rock Wall on this 1.2-mile, moderate-rated hike. Begins at the West Overlook Trailhead at 8:30 AM. Pre-registration required. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come start the year on the right foot at our biggest annual event! We'll meet at the Area B boat ramp & hike out from the bridge on a 2 mile loop around the cove. Please pre-register early to ensure receipt of your coveted First Day Hike 2026 commemorative sticker! Supply is limited to the first 100 registrants for either of the First Day Hikes. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Earn your coveted First Day Hike 2026 sticker!
We'll hike out from the Visitor Center along the 1.2 mile paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This guided hike takes us through our bird sanctuary by way of the old Birdberry Trail, and follows a small stream replete with evidence of beaver activity. This 2.5 mile round trip typically takes under an hour. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of this great nation and the start of the new year. In recognition of this monumental year, we wish to highlight our natural and cultural resources here at the park. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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First Day Hike on the first day of 2026! We will hike the 3 mile trail through the Mill House. For those who want a shorter hike the squirrel run trail is available also. Make plans to come join us, pets welcome but must be on a leash. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Join us as we start off the new year with an exciting hike down the Phenomenon trail. $5 parking. 229-768-2571.
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Join us for the first hike of the year on the red, white, and blue trails! Catch some beautiful views of the lake while you hike i the new year with a ranger. We will have a short and long option (1 or 3 miles). Begins at the park office. $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Kick Off the New Year with a Scenic Hike. Join us on the newly renovated Brantley Trail for a 1.5 mile, moderate hike - intended for families with a member who has a mobility disability. Six (6) Action Track Chairs (ATC) are available with the pre-registration, One (1) ATC per family. Call the park office to reserve by December 12. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Take an 11 mile, one-way hike back in time from Anna Ruby Falls to Hardman Farm State Historic Site. This hike spans what was once the vast estate of Hardman Farm’s proprietary family, the Nichols. $40. 706-878-1077.
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Join us at the Overland Nature Trail Head at 10:00 AM for our 'Easy Breezy Hike', 3/4 of a mile hike or join us at 1:00 pm at the Multi-Use Trail Head for our 'Intermediate Hike' 3 mile hike to start the new year with a bang!
*These programs require pre-registration, $5 registration fee, please call the park office to register.* $5 plus $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Ranger guided nature hike giving participants the opportunity to learn about the naturalist William Bartram while enjoying a hike on our boardwalk and golf course. $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Ranger guided nature hike giving participants the opportunity to learn about the naturalist William Bartram while enjoying a hike on our boardwalk and golf course. $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Meet Rangers at the park office for an easy, moderate , or strenuous hike to start your new year with. The easy hike will be a 1.2 mile hike along the Lower Lake Trail. The moderate hike will take you up to the Marble Mine and is 1.5 miles. The strenuous hike will be approximately 4 miles around the Jenkins Gap Trail. All hikes leave at 10:00 am. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Earn the limited First Day Hike 2026 sticker by meeting us at the Temple Mound Parking Lot New Years Eve at 11:30pm and join us for a hike up the largest Platform Mound in the southeastern US. S'Mores and the moonlight at midnight are sure to make this a Monumental Moment, as we welcome the annual theme for 2026. Monumental Moments: America’s 250th $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Start off the new year right with a brisk hike down our Lake Trail! This is a easy meandering 1 1/2 hour hike through the pines and on our boardwalk which crosses our Lake. Pre-register at the Visitor Center to receive your 1st Day Hike sticker We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Start off the new year right with a brisk hike down our Lake Trail! This is a easy meandering 1 1/2 hour hike through the pines and on our boardwalk which crosses our Lake. Pre-register at the Visitor Center to receive your 1st Day Hike sticker We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join a Ranger to bring in the new year with a hike on the Woodpecker Trail. Enjoy wildlife, marvelous views, and fun conversation. This trail is 1 mile long; water and closed toe shoes are recommended for this excursion. Pets are welcome. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Get the new year started off right! Join us on a ranger-lead hike on Cliatt Creek Trail. Get your coveted First Day Hike sticker celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary. We'll meet at the Nature Center at 10:00 AM before heading out. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join the Rangers and Friends of New Echota volunteers as we start the new year with a glimpse into the past. Learn about Cherokee history and enjoy our Ranger guided nature trail walk. Rangers will lead a guided hike on New Town Creek Trail and through the historic Cherokee Capital of New Echota. 1.5-2 miles long, easy to moderate. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Pre-Registration is required for this event as space is very limited! Ring in the New Year with a hike up Panola Mountain, a registered National Natural Landmark. Trek to the top to symbolize all the great things you will accomplish in 2025! Hike is 3.5 miles and is moderately strenuous. Ages 10+. No pets permitted. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Kick off the new year with a ranger-led and guided hike along the Red Trail. Join us as we explore history and nature as our first outdoor activity of 2026! Arrive at 9:00 a.m. to enjoy some " Cowboy coffee", hot chocolate, and samples of fresh, dutch oven-baked cinnamon roll bread. $5 parking. 770-443-7850.
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Come enjoy the new year with a morning hike at Providence Canyon on the canyon loop trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Start the New Year with an invigorating hike on the Lakeside Trail! Join us as we explore the history of Red Top and its iron mining, as well as the park's natural resources. We'll also be available to answer any questions that visitors may have. Don’t miss out on this fun experience! Call today to reserve your spot. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Start off your New Year by joining us for a ranger-led hike down the Little River Trail. Hear facts about the local wiregrass habitats, the importance of fire in the local environment, and see the flora and fauna of the Coastal Plain Region. Just be sure to bring a good pair of walking shoes and a water bottle.
Parkpass Required. $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
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Welcome in 2026 with a Ranger Led Nature Hike along the Blackwell Bridge Nature Trail. Enjoy views of Lake Richard B. Russell and possible deer and turkey sightings. The 1.4 mile hike will last from 60 to 90 minutes. $5 parking. 706-213-2045.
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Come Hike in the new year on this ranger led expedition through the 2 mile Gopher Tortoise Trail. Parking fee required $5 parking. 229-861-3137.
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Step into history as we welcome the new year and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Join us at sunrise over the Skidaway marsh, where the golden light will illuminate the same breathtaking coastal views seen in 1776. Together, we’ll reflect on how this coast has changed since the nation’s founding and look forward to the future, one sunrise at a time. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Start your New Year's resolution off right!
This hike will begin at the Visitor's Center, and we will make a pit stop approximately 1.3 miles away at our primitive cabin. There, by a toasty fire, you can warm yourself against the winter chill. If you are feeling adventurous, you can then continue an additional 1.2 miles to Duke's Creek Falls. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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This is the first of the first day hikes at Sweetwater Creek, kicking off at the crisp time of 5 am, before the sun even rises. We'll be hiking the purple trail and the blue trail. Close toed shoes required, please dress for the weather and bring water. pre-registration is require as this program is running outside of standard operating hours. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5801.
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We'll be starting our right before sunrise and enjoying the early morning light on the trails. This hike is 3 miles on the white and green trails. Please wear close toes shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. Pre-registration is required as this hike starts prior to standard operating hours. 7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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We'll have more details posted shortly. For more information in the mean time please email Adrian.Fox@dnr.ga.gov $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This 1 mile hike will be taking folks straight to the play ground, and includes time for youth to play. There is a stroller friendly option. Please dress for the weather, wear close toed shoes and bring water. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This special history hike and mill tour will be incorporated into our first day hikes, 1 mile of hiking total. Please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. We'll be going inside the mill ruins. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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This is your very last chance to be on a first day hike! We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center at 5:30 pm. Please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather, bring a flashlight and water. We'll be doing the purple trail. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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First Annual Polar Bear Plunge!
Are you brave enough to take the plunge?
Join us for our 1st Annual Polar Bear Plunge at the beach day-use area on January 1st, at 1:00 PM! $20.00 for T-shirt and parking fee $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join rangers for a 1-mile loop to the highest and most inspiring point at the gorge to reflect on your year past and greet the New Year. Watch the sun set over the gorge with hot cocoa, s'mores and a toasty campfire. Pencil and paper will also be available to write down what burdened you in 2025 and toss your troubles in the fire $7 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Start the year off with with some hiking boots on by joining our Ranger in a guided walk along Tugaloo State Park's Muscadine Nature Trail.
This trail is approximately 3/4 miles in length and should only take 30-45 minutes to complete.
We hope to see you there!!! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Kick off the new year by joining the Ranger with a 4 mile led hike around the Sassafras Nature Trail. Hike is moderate and open to all ages. Park Pass Fee required. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Start the New Year off on the right foot! Join us for a guided hike around our beautiful lake to ring in the first day of the year! $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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Early Birds get the Worm! Come join our First Day Sunrise hike! We will start the hike at the park office leading into our Inner Loop Trail and Victoria’s Path, it’s approximately 3 miles. Along the way you will learn about the history of the park. Please wear close-toed shoes and bring a water bottle. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Night Owl’s Commence for our First Day Sunset Hike! We will start the hike at the park office leading into Victoria’s Path through the Inner Loop Trail, the hike is about 3 miles long. We will be using UV flashlights along the way! Please wear close-toed shoes and bring a water bottle. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us to celebrate the New Year with a healthy and moderate hike on the beautiful “Reece Farm Trail” in one of Georgia’s favorite state parks. Please dress for the weather with layered clothing, sturdy shoes or hiking boots, a hat, water, hiking stick, snacks, and a trail lunch if desired. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Start the New Year off on the right foot! Join us for a Ranger led hike celebrating 141 years of Watson Mill Bridge. We will hike through the bridge to the Hydroelectric Power Ruins and back. Hike is an easy 1.5 miles starting from Picnic Shelter 3. Bring water and wear appropriate shoes. Dogs must be on a 6 ft leash. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of this great nation and the start of the new year. In recognition of this monumental year, we wish to highlight our natural and cultural resources here at the park. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Couldn't make the first day hike? No problem, bring the family to the Vann House for your first Saturday hike of the new year and receive a souvenir sticker. We'll be talking about history, looking for unique birds and plants on this one-mile, moderate level hike. Leashed dogs are welcome. The hike and sticker are included in admission. $5.25 - $7 706-695-2598.
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Join us at the group shelter to watch an animated, PG-rated movie to end Winter Break! Doors open at 5 pm, and the movie will begin at 5:30 pm. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Call the visitor center for more information! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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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. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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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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Interested in expanding your knowledge of the people who lived at Etowah? The winter lecture series will feature four different lectures over the course of winter 2025-2026. We will feature different subjects in the fields of Archeology & Anthropology. You can expand your knowledge by listening to lectures given by experts in these fields. $12-$16. 770-387-3747.
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