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Learn more about the rich lives of the people who have lived here in the Okefenokee. Get up close and personal to historic tools and step back in time with period photos of our swamp. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Unwind and join a Ranger around the grill for a classic campground treat underneath the swaying pines and Spanish moss. Bring your folding chairs or something cozy to rest on, seating may be limited. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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. Registration Required. $20 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for an Plant Identification Hike on the Inner Loop Trail is 2.3 miles long, and moderate! We will be using the Seek app (FREE) by iNaturalist to identify plants along the Inner loop trail. Recommend downloading the Seek app before arriving! We will meet at the Park Office. Please wear hiking shoes, & bring a water. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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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. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Take a walk on the wild side with a night hike. We will listen for nocturnal residents while using a black light to look for biofluorescent critters. Participants encouraged to bring water and hiking shoes. Meet at the visitor center. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Join us 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 Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center Parking fee required. 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! Parking fee required. 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! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Think you’ve got the best toss in town?
Join us for an action-packed Cornhole Tournament filled with friendly competition and fresh air!
Prizes for top teams!
Bring a partner or sign up solo. Meet at The Mellinger Center by 1pm. Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Step into the vibrant world of insects with an exciting scavenger hunt and BINGO event, perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. This interactive experience invites you to explore the diversity and complexity of insects living in our local environment, transforming a simple outdoor outing into a fun and educational adventure. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Did you know that there was once a branch of the United States Mint in Dahlonega, Georgia? On April 21st, 1838 the Dahlonega Mint produced its first gold coins. Join us at the Dahlonega Gold Museum to learn about the first coins that were struck at the mint, the process of depositing gold, view our collection, and design your own "coin" button! 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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Have you ever wanted to throw and atlatl, or see how flint could be processed into a blade? Join demonstrators and rangers in exploring a variety of tools that were used in daily life at Etowah, from a simple blowgun, to a finely crafted bow. $4 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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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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Stroll through the forest with a park ranger to observe
and discuss some of our resident woodpeckers. We will
hike total around 1.5 miles. This is a relaxed
interpretive hike to learn about the many woodpecker
species that call our park home. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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The 18th century saw the rise of amateur scientists who documented the wondrous environments of the colonial coastlines. Botanists, poets, artists, and philosophers adventured along drawing animals, plants, and fungi. One such naturalist is docked at the Fort with her specimens for a show and tell! $8.25-$4.75 912-437-4770.
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Volunteer by cleaning the fort and doing minor repairs. Free lunch provided. Free to volunteers. 912-727-2339.
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Join us for a verbal presentation about the history, duties and lives of the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps. The CCC Fire Tower will be opened to explore afterwards. Begins at the Fire Tower at 1:30 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 2:00-4:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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This year, we'll celebrate Earth Day (April 22nd) on the following Saturday (the 25th) with our annual volunteer-driven litter pick-up hike. Please bring your work gloves, a trash pick-up tool (or two!) and a couple of hefty bags to join us on this important project. Last year our volunteers removed more than 200lbs of trash in just two hours! Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Join us at the Visitor Center on Saturday the 25th for this all-time classic peanut butter pine cone bird feeders project! Earth Day means giving back to the Earth and appreciating the wildlife around us. Meet our Naturalists & make some pine-cone wildlife feeders so you can take home a snack for the wildlife at your home! Please pre-register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Come out to the Heritage Farm and enjoy some demonstrations of days gone by! There will be spinning, weaving, sheep shearing, cast iron cooking, basketry and much more! The farm will come alive just like it’s 1870! $5 Adults, children 12 and under $3 (plus standard parking fee) parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Learn about trees with Arbor Day crafts. Count the rings on tree cookies, learn about animals that live in trees, and try your hand at leaf rubbing with this hands-on craft day. Ages 6+. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a photo scavenger hunt that will take you to the historic points of interest in the park. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join local birding enthusiast, Cameron Thompson of the Southern Bird Walk Club, at the Spring House to search for migratory birds and learn how to identify them. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join us at the Boat Ramp for an introductory paddleboard session around the lake! Pre-registration required, call the park office to register. $25 per person, ages 8 and up. Knowledge of how to swim required. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join Jack Hill State and create your very own bug craft! Make some crazy critters with a wide variety of craft materials as we learn about some southeastern insect species. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Join our rangers for a special hike through the pine forest habitat to look for the vulnerable red-cockaded woodpecker. Learn all about how this once endangered bird is making a comeback through conservation efforts. $5.50-$8 478-986-5172.
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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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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. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist in the Day Use Area to paint/create your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited. See samples of this weeks project at the Visitors Center
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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We have a 'burning desire' to roast marshmallows and get the weekend 'ignited' properly so we 'wood' be 'fired up' to have you come enjoy a good, old-fashioned campfire by the lake with a Ranger.
Meet us at the Boat Ramp Fire Pit in the Campground. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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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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Go back in time and explore the history of the nature surrounding Camp Lawton, Woodpecker Trail, and Magnolia's Spring. This enlightening one-half mile hike begins and ends at the boardwalk by the Spring. $3 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Join us at the archery range for archery instruction and fun target practice. All levels of experience are welcome. Bows and arrows are provided. Ages 8 and up. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Hold the sauce, this is not the BBQ you grew up with. Join our Ranger in the middle-class cabin to learn how the Cherokee would dry meat over the fire to preserve for future use. The Ranger will also discuss the different cooking styles of pre and post removal of the Cherokee Tribe. Admission fee required. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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In collaboration with the American Battlefield Trust, you are invited to assist with trail maintenance within areas of the Pickett's Mill Battlefield. This will involve the removal of debris from the sides of trails. Park rangers will also provide a program on the Battle of Pickett's Mill. Work gloves and closed-toe shoes are recommended. 770-443-7850.
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Join us for a special evening celebrating 75 years of Red Top Mountain with a live iron pour experience, community gathering, and lakeside atmosphere.
-Live iron pour demonstration
-Music, Vaughn Cabin tours, and entrance to the blacksmith shop before the pour begins
-Kona Ice and Travelin' Tom's Coffee Food Trucks
-Sunset views by the lake Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Join a ranger for a 1-mile hike to view, identify, and learn about the native plants that grow in our park and the surrounding area. Meet at the Sandpiper Trail. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join our fellow watercolorists of all ages and skill levels, as we learn to paint some of the beautiful landscapes found in Smithgall Woods. This class will focus on painting water and stones. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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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.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Come join us in the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a talk about black bears! Learn more about their diets, habitats, and how to safely recreate in black bear country! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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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. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Join us for our annual Sr Fishing Rodeo at Pond 1. Registration starts at 8:00 AM; The competition starts at 8:30 AM. Winners announced at 11:30 AM. Ages 55 and older welcome.
Pond 1 will be open to the public at 12 PM, After the Senior Fishing Rodeo!
The competition is free. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for a Glow Night Hike on the Inner Loop Trail (2.3 miles long, moderate) an awesome way to light up the night and see what creatures come out at night as well! We will provide the Glow sticks, and UV flashlights! Please wear closed toed shoes, a jacket and bring a water! Please call the Park Office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join our park ranger on this moderate 5K / 3.1 mile trail route covering the Hiking/Biking Trail and the Ridge Loop.
No fee required but please call the office in advance if you plan to attend. 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. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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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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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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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This nature hike will begin in our amphitheater and proceed down to the river along our Interpretive trail. At the river we will spend some time looking for wild-life around the river. We will then hike back to the museum along our River Walk Nature Trail. $2 - $6. 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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Watch as raw wool is transformed into yarn on a historic Saxony wheel. This demonstration reveals the tools, techniques, and cultural significance of spinning in everyday life during the 1800s. This program is included with Fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Join a ranger on a guided hike to observe and identify the seasonal wildflowers blooming alongside our lake. This is a 1.2-mile, easy hike. Begins at the Beach area at 10:00 AM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Join our park naturalists on this slow, leisurely stroll along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail, ~.4 miles to reach our pollinator garden, where we'll find our most abundant moth & butterfly species thriving. This program is fully accessible, pet & stroller-friendly, & fun for all ages. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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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 parking fee required. 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. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Come practice using vinegar to extract beneficial properties from herbs, just like people did in the olden days. Must register in advance. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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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 archery instruction and fun target practice. All levels of experience are welcome. Bows and arrows are provided. Ages 8 and up. $10 plus parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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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 at the historic cabin behind the Visitor Center. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Meet up with a ranger for a guided hike along our coastal salt marshes, take in the sights and sounds of island scenery, and learn about this important ecosystem. The trails are near the water and can be muddy in some spots, so please wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Sandpiper Trail behind the Visitor Center for this one-mile hike. 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.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Explore edible and multi use plants on this moderate 2 mile hike. Participants will never look at the forest the same way again.
While education elements are geared at older audiences children as young as 5 are welcome. Please wear close toed shoes on this hike, and bring water
Call 770-732-2613 to register, must be registered by 5 pm. $7 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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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 parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a hike through history dating back to the 1700s! Learn about the history of the park and the mills that powered local industry. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Spring is finally here and now is a wonderful time to see Red Top! Join us as we walk the Sweetgum Trail, on the lookout for the items on our Scavenger Hunt. Keep an eye out for butterflies, bees, ferns and frogs to name a few! We will explore around the lake, in creeks, over the hills and through the woods in order to find as many items as we can. Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Building a fire in the woods, be it for s'mores or in a survival situation, is a great skill to have. There are many methods, materials, and tools that one can use to start a fire. We'll discuss some different ways we can get a successful fire started and demonstrate a few of them for the group. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Here at Red Top Mountain State Park, we like to teach people how to build shelters that they could use in different survival scenarios. The main objectives are staying warm, dry and comfortable. There is no way to predetermine the type of sticky situation you might find yourself in, so we like to cover different types. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering is a fun and gratifying hobby that teaches you to navigate from one location to another with the use of only a map and a compass. It is great exercise and a wonderful way to explore nature. It also happens to be a very useful skill set that anyone can (and should!) learn.
Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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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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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 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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. 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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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Join the rangers at Red Top Mountain as we explore the battlefield of a lesser-known but significant battle of the American Civil War. We will discuss the events that led to the battle and have the chance to see the old forts that were used during that time. If you are interested in history, don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Free. 770-975-0055.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Scale down the Solar System and take a stroll from planet to planet with a ranger. Learn about our neighbor planets and gain a sense of just how large the Solar System actually is! At the end of this informative stroll, visitors will get a chance to take a closer look at the full moon through our telescope! Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Come out for a Beginner Birding Hike on Victoria's Path, the hike is 2 miles long and moderate! We will be using the Merlin Bird ID app (FREE) to identify birds along Victoria's Path. Recommended to download the app before arriving. We will meet at the Park office. Please wear closed toed shoes, and bring a water, & binoculars! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Embark on a hike along the Flat Rock Trail, where nature's subtle wonders await. This scenic path leads to unique frog ponds nestled atop a granite outcrop-a remarkable habitat that supports a variety of frog species. To enrich your experience, join in a playful and educational game of Frog Life Cycle BINGO! $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. Pre-registration is required, call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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