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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Discover why pollinators are essential to healthy ecosystems and
how you can help. Participants will learn about insect and animal
pollination, then create handmade seed paper shaped like plants
and animals to plant at home and support local pollinators. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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The year is 1736. The second town of the new Georgia colony is ready for fresh settlers. Join us on a short hike as we travel the footpaths made by the brave Scottish Highlanders. Hear about their recruitment by General James Oglethorpe and their journey across the ocean. Experience the homes they built and the culture they brought. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Women served in many capacities during the Civil War, both on and off the battlefield. The efforts and services they provided during the Civil War were a turning point in the fight for women's equality. The home front played an essential role in the war for both the Union and the Confederacy. 5.50-9.75 912-727-2339.
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The Civilian Conservation Corps gathered over 2.5 million of the neediest and turned their hands to the creation and conservation of many of the monuments and forests we enjoy today. Join us for a presentation about the duties and lives of these young men. The CCC Fire Tower will be opened to explore afterwards. Begins at the Fire Tower at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:30-3:30 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Prescribed burns, habitat and wildlife can go hand in hand. Join us in looking at areas recently burned and how that is good for the gopher tortoise, quail and more. We will meet at the tables near the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Meet our Ranger at the tables by the Park office to learn the basics of Geocaching. $2 per person activity fee. RSVP by 3/1/2026. We will meet at the tables near the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Join us at the Archery Range for advanced tips and hands-on training with our certified USA Archery Instructor.
sharpen your aim and take your shot to the next level.
All equipment provided
Perfect for archers ready to step beyond the basics! $15. 229-276-1004.
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The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on a historic tour through what remains of Georgia's only standing CCC Camp. Program geared towards ages 8+. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Become a wildlife detective for a day! With a ranger, children will examine animal skulls and furs to learn the clues that reveal if each animal was a predator or prey animal, and that show if it was an herbivore, a carnivore, or an omnivore. Please call the park office to pre-register. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy activities centered around the dairy that once operated at Hardman Farm. Tour our 100+ year old barn and creamery, enjoy an open house in the 150+ year old mansion, take a hayride, see cooking and butter making demonstrations, listen to live music, and meet local arts and crafts vendors. $8. 706-878-1077.
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Learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Industrial Revolution, the Civil War, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 shaped the history of the land and water that is High Falls State Park. Monumental Moment, Receive a stamp in your book !
Meet at the Park Office to hike the ADA trail.
Free Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Some of the best edible and medicinal herbs are the first to appear after the full worm moon. Join the Naturalist to see what's out. Meet on the front porch of the park office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Free Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Macro Hike
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
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Join Jack Hill State Park and learn how to identify a wide range of trees local to the southeast! Our naturalist will guide visitors of all ages through this educational program. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Let’s take it bird by bird! Learn how to identify different bird species in this beginner’s program with tips that will help you start your bird watching journey. We will take a short hike and use shape, color pattern, behavior, and habitat to identify a variety of birds and learn how to use binoculars effectively in finding birds in the wild. $5.50-$8 478-986-5172.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist at the Boat Ramp Picnic Table to paint your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided, outside of a painting smock. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited.
Program Fee can be made with exact cash at event or prepaid with credit card or cash at Visitor Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist at the Boat Ramp Picnic Table to paint your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided, outside of a painting smock. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited.
Program Fee can be made with exact cash at event or prepaid with credit card or cash at Visitor Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join our Naturalist for a Guided Tour of Kolomoki Mounds as the sun sinks down and the moon rises up, as we learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago. Closed toed shoes & flashlights advised. Binoculars & cameras welcome! Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover about ¾ of a mile. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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No one plans to get lost. Be prepared to protect yourself from the elements and survive the night. Meet at the archery range picnic shelter and learn how to build a survival shelter. Please wear closed toed shoes. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Join us at the archery range for St. Patrick's themed beginner archery. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and up
Please stop by the Visitor Center or call (478)982-1660 to register in advance. Programs and events are subject to change or cancellation. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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March 3rd was a day that rang out in Cherokee history. Join our Rangers in the reconstructed Council House to learn about the Supreme Court case that changed history for both the United States and the Cherokee people. Court case demonstrations will also take place so visitors can learn how the Cherokee Nation emulated the U.S. Judicial Branch. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Come join us to help commemorate the battle of Van's Creek which happened February 11, 1779. Although this wasn't a significant battle, it help lead up to the defeat of the British during the battle at Kettle Creek a few days later. Located at the Walter McNeely Event Center. Parking fee required. 706-213-2045.
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you give two Park Rangers a microphone? Join us for our very first Ramblin' Rangers, where Rangers Ashley and Ant will each talk about FDR-related topics they don't always get to discuss. The Rangers will also be leading a in-depth Q&A and try their best to answer any FDR related questions you have! $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you give two Park Rangers a microphone? Join us for our very first Ramblin' Rangers, where Rangers Ashley and Ant will each talk about FDR-related topics they don't always get to discuss. The Rangers will also be leading a in-depth Q&A and try their best to answer any FDR related questions you have! $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Archery
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
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Hour-long slots available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Learn all about flowers while making your own paper blooming bouquet. All materials and instruction provided. $5 per person. Call (912) 598-2300 to register for this program. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $25-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. Call 770 732 2613 to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613 $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Stop by the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and grab a scavenger hunt sheet! Walk around the museum and learn more about the monumental moments of history within our park! Bring back a completed sheet for a prize! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Ever dreamed of hiking the Gorge Floor but worried about getting lost? We’ve got you covered! Join us for a Guided Gorge Floor Hike and explore one of Georgia’s most breathtaking landscapes with one of our fearless Rangers leading the way. No guesswork—just adventure! This hike is very technical and strenuous, but rewarding. Must RSVP! $20 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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We'll be making festive crafts while we learn about the history of Saint Patrick. Crafts will be followed by a hike to hunt for 4-leaf clovers. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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See our animal displays and learn about owls, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Visit with our Corn Snake and learn fascinating facts about the snakes you find in the park and your own backyard. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Do you like mushroom or fairy's? This one is for you, come out and create a mushroom fairy landscape on canvas! All supplies will be provided. Meet at the Campground Pavilion! Please call the Park office to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Join us for a peaceful paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Calling all green thumbs!
The Wormsloe Heritage Gardeners would like to share their knowledge and heirloom seeds with you! Come by to get free seeds and bring some of your own to share! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 2 PM-3 PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $2-$4 Admission
$5 Programming Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Try your hand at historical archery with longbow shooting. For ages 8 and over. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: standard admission + $5. Registration required, please call ahead to reserve your spot! Space is limited! $9.75-$13.25 912-437-4770.
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Try your hand at historical archery with longbow shooting. For ages 8 and over. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: standard admission + $5. Registration required, please call ahead to reserve your spot! Space is limited! $9.75-$13.25 912-437-4770.
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Step back in time and discover the art of traditional rag doll making! In this hands-on program, you’ll explore the history behind these cherished toys and learn the simple techniques children of the 1860s used to create their own dolls. $10. 912-727-2339.
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Gather sticks, bend branches, and build a stick shelter as a group in this hands-on survival program! A ranger will guide you through the basics. All ages welcome! Begins at the Old Fort Picnic Area at 3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to Camp Lawton's 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners.
Admission to the History Center is included.
Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Archery Target Practice is available for those who have completed Beginners Archery at Magnolia Springs State Park within the past 3 months. This session is fully supervised by a certified archery instructor and follows the same guidelines and instructions as Beginners Archery. All equipment is provided.
Ages 8 and up $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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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. Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a meditation session led by the monks of the Atlanta Meditation Center, designed to help clear our minds for the holiday season. This free event will take place in the event room located inside the Visitor Center. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Take a deep breath and hit the trails with us as we re-engage our bodies and minds. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead for a 1-mile wellness hike Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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How and why do bees make hives? Learn about beehives as you transform upcycled materials into a beautiful work of art. All materials and instruction provided. $2 per person. Call (912) 598-2300 to register for this program. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. Call 770 732 2613 to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613 $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Visit the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and "meet" some of the many women who have had a monumental impact on our park and Georgia State Parks as a whole! There will be crafts and activities as well! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Attention trail running enthusiasts! Join one of our park rangers for a five-mile run along the Overlook Trail to the Back Country camping loop and back to the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This peculiar looking creature has spread through two continents and is now found in nearly two dozen US states. Get the low-down on this interesting and unusual animal and learn why they are so bad at crossing roads. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come out for a women's hike on the Inner Loop trail (2.3 miles long, Moderate). A great way to make friends. This event is Free. We will meet at the Park Office. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. Please call the Park office to register. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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High Falls wouldn't be what it is without the Fall Line. Bring homeschoolers to learn how this geophysical feature was formed and what the flora & fauna of the area might have been including DINOSAURS! Participants will receive a stamp on their bookmark. $1 supply fee. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Must register in advance. $1 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Chair Yoga
Wednesdays 1 PM - 2 PM – Mar 11, 2026 until Mar 25, 2026
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Do yoga in a chair! This class is aimed at participants with limited mobility. $10 per person. Must register in advance. Space is limited. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across bridges on the trail! Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area to shake and groove your stress away. Theme is One Hit Wonders
(moderately rated). Free Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Best Buds
Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
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Come join us as we welcome the lovely spring season! We’re excited to explore the different types of twigs and flowers together. We’ll have fun learning how to identify plants by their leaves and flowers, and we’ll chat about how they play a role in our ecosystem. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as you go on a birding adventure with one of our interpretive rangers.
This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River. Meeting at the Nature Center. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Does your child know how to read a map or what to do if they get lost in the woods? This class will teach kids how to a read map compass rose, legends, topography, how to stay calm if lost and what steps they need to take to stay safe if lost. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all equestrians, come test your luck with this Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt! Ask for a sheet from the visitor center, and look for hidden shamrocks on Equestrian Loop #1. One lucky participant's name will be drawn after March 22nd, and they will win a special prize! Program fee as well as normal trail fees apply. $10 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail; no flashlights are necessary. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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The Scots are back in town, setting up inside the Fort on the eve of Revolution! Meet war hero Lachlan McIntosh as he assembles brave recruits to fight against the British in Savannah. Friday: book special guided stations--great for schools! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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It's time to get fired up! Join our rangers as we show off both the fun and the challenges of blacksmithing. Watch as we present the tools of the trade from the Civil War and the work it takes to make something beautiful! Nails, railroad ties, and more, our smithies can do it all with a little skill and a lot of love for metalworking. $5.50-$9.75 912-727-2339.
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Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some campfire activities planned for the night. Then we'll wrap the evening up with everyone's favorite campfire treat! 912-727-2339.
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Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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