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Come Join Us for a Glow stick night hike! We will use UV flashlights too! Meet @ Picnic Shelter 4. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Hike with a park naturalist through the canyon bottom to the base of Hemlock Falls. This is a four mile round trip and requires going up and down seventy-five stairs to see the falls. Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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A leisurely pace will be set as we hike to the West Rim of the Canyon, only completing the 2.5 mile loop section of the trail. $5 parking. 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 $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bank robberies! Gun fights! Moonshine! Jail breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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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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How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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We'll hike out from the Visitor Center in search of fresh fruit bodies. Learn identifying characteristics & special traits of the myriad native mushrooms, lichens, and even a few slime molds! What pushes out from the ground & stumps varies by week & weather, so every hike is a new adventure! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration required $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Make your own biodegradable confetti mix and upcycled launcher to take your New Year's party to the next level! $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join our naturalist at the Museum for a excerpt on bird life cycles, local species and other facts! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join us at the museum for a fun craft involving feathers and to learn more about local bird species! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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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 $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. Meet at the archery range.
Ages 8 and up $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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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. $20 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. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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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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Take a deep breath and hit the trails with us as we re-engage our bodies and minds after the holidays. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead for a 1-mile wellness hike. $5 parking. 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This info session will discuss Chronic wasting disease (CWD), a serious disease in animals such as deer. This disease is always fatal. CWD has been reported in animals in at least 33 U.S. states, including Georgia. Come learn about what CWD is, and the steps that you can take to mitigate spread. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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All materials provided!
Learn how to start seeds in the winter so our seedlings are ready for spring planting. Participants will receive milk weed seeds in addition to other assorted seeds with care instructions.
All ages. All minors must have a guardian present. This program is indoors. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Curious about entomology? Love oddities and curiosities? This beginners insect pinning class is the perfect fit for you. We'll be pinning Christmas Beetles, all materials provided. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a guardian present. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Learn what to do in a survival situation and what to bring with you to help along the way. Located at the Nature Hut. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at our Nature Hut for an informative program about snakes that are native to Georgia and meet our snake ambassadors. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Learn to shoot a bow and about archery safety. Located behind the main office. Ages 8 and up. Must wear closed toe shoes. Spaces are limited advanced registration required by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join our Ranger to talk about geocaching and take a short hike to see how to use the app. Smartphone or tablet needed and the geochcaching app (free one). $2 per person. RSVP by 12/24/25 $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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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! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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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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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr 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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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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Red Top Mountain State Park is excited to offer a winter Junior Ranger Camp! It's a great chance for kids to enjoy the outdoors during their school break while giving parents a break too. Activities include winter fishing, hiking, compass reading, and more. Call today to reserve your spot! $45.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Learn how to make your own hanging birdfeeder. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. Materials provided. $3 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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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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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. $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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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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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Bank robberies! Gun fights! Moonshine! Jail breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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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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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 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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Sitton Gulch Trail to Hemlock Falls - Hike with a park Naturalist through the canyon bottom to Hemlock Falls on the beautiful Sitton Gulch trail. This is a four mile round trip and is moderately strenuous. Meet at the interpretive center at 09:30, then you will drive down to the Sitton Gulch trailhead. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Loop trail - A park Naturalist will take you to see some of the most scenic views in the park on this three mile loop trail. This is a moderately easy trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center at 11:30 AM, then you'll drive to the West Rim trailhead Bring water and snacks! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Overlook Trail to the Meadowlands - Join a park Naturalist on this easy two mile round trip hiking to the Meadowlands and back. Meet at the Interpretive Center at 2pm $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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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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Join us outside the visitor center to ring in the New Year with some family-friendly campfire wassail! Wassail is an old English apple cider drink, originating as a toast to good health. Share your hopes for 2026 around the campfire with friendly faces and this delicious beverage. Pre-registration required, call the visitor center! $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.
Roosevelt State Park’s most beautiful spots! The East End Loop (3.4 miles). $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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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 to fight for America's independence just 40 years later. Celebrate both the New Year and our history with a Highland hike and musket firing. $5.00-$14.00 912-437-4770.
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Kick off your New Year's resolution by immersing yourself in nature and joining a ranger in the forest! We will go on our first hike of the year, a 3-mile loop, while learning about the forest in your backyard. $5 plus $5 parking. 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 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. $15. 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. $10.00 912-884-5999.
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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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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 at the Walk in the Pines trail for our annual First Day Hike at Georgia Veterans State Park $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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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 hikers across the country for a New Year's Day hike! Morning or afternoon, both hikes will start on the 0.5 mile Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing to the 2.5 mile Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). There will be a K9 Demonstration, and vendors, Black Smoke Coffee and Chick-fil-A, will have food available for purchase. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join hikers across the country for a New Year's Day hike! Morning or afternoon, both hikes will start on the 0.5 mile Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing to the 2.5 mile Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). There will be a K9 Demonstration, and vendors, Black Smoke Coffee and Chick-fil-A, will have food available for purchase. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us at 10:00 am at the Multi-Use Trail Head for our 'Intermediate Hike' 3 mile hike to start the new year with a bang!
Or, meet at the Overland Nature Trail Head at 1:00 pm for our 'Easy Breezy Hike', 3/4 of a mile hike, fit for the whole family!
$5 registration fee, please call the park office to register.*
$5 event fee plus $5 parking. $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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Join us for a hike down to the Ocmulgee river and help us recreate a historical photo taken there in 1920. Along the way, learn all about the history of the land and how the cotton fields turned back into forest due to the arrival of the boll weevil at that time - 2.6 miles total. Reservation required. Dec. 28 at 4pm is the deadline to register. $6.50-$9 478-986-5172.
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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 us for our Annual First Day Hike — a fun and refreshing way to start the year. Breathe in the fresh air, soak up the scenic views, and enjoy a relaxing walk along our beautiful short loop trail. Everyone’s welcome — let’s hit the trail together! $5 parking. 229-868-7474.
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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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Come join our friendly ranger on a pleasant and slower paced walk near the creek! We will be walking on the nature trail across from Moccasin Creek State Park entrance. The trail length is just over a mile. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash! You will earn a "First Day Hike" Sticker for this hike! $5 parking. 706-947-3194.
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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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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 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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Greet the New Year in primordial beauty. Start your year on the right foot with an easy .75 mile hike on our Boardwalk Trail out into the swamp and continue if you choose with a .75 hike on the Nature Trail. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Greet the New Year in primordial beauty. Start your year on the right foot with an easy .75 mile hike on our Boardwalk Trail out into the swamp and continue if you choose with a .75 hike on the Nature Trail. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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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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This hike will be utilizing he paved picnic loop for a tree ID Hike. This hike is ADA accessible, wheelchair and stroller friendly.
call 770-732-2613 to register. $3 plus $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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