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On May 27th, 1937 The New Deal's Civilian Conservation Corp officially arrived here in the Okefenokee. Learn the stories of the resourceful and hardworking men who helped shape the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge into a beloved travel destination. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Come hike the South Rim Trail with a ranger and hunt for wildflowers! We will be meeting at the Day Use parking area. The hike is approximately one mile; bring plenty of water! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the suspension bridge along the Bill and Dusty MacKay Trail for a fun afternoon of exploring the native ecosystem of the Tallulah River with a ranger! We will be getting in the water, so wear your swimsuits! Bring lots of water, snacks, bug spray and sunscreen! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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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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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 our Naturalist to learn all about Turtles for World Turtle Day! Meet our resident animal ambassador, Tori the Turtle. Explore the other animal displays in our newly renovated Nature Center. Meet at the Nature Center (parking limited, additional parking at Visitor Center right next door). Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Get creative with our Naturalist for World Turtle Day! Make a mosaic paper turtle to take home with you. Suitable for all ages. Meet at the Park Office, then we'll go down to the Nature Center together. Please call park office to register. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Experience the glories of sunset at Victoria Bryant. Enjoy a guided glow hike with our Naturalist along the Inner Loop Trail (2 miles, moderate difficulty). Glow sticks and flashlights will be provided. Meet at the Park Office. Please wear closed toe shoes and bring water. Call Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for an enchanting night filled with storytelling, smore's and celestial exploration. The highlight of the evening will be a guest appearance by renowned Astronomer Klaus Hodapp, who will bring his expertise and passion for the stars to the gathering. Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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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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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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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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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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Butterflies love Georgia's mild spring weather. Join a ranger for a 0.75-mile hike on a segment of our lake loop trail to look for basking, puddling, and fluttering butterflies! Begins at the Beach area at 12:00 PM. Parking fee required. 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! Learn to distinguish a polypore from a gilled mushroom. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Bring & friend & join our park Naturalists on this slow, leisurely stroll along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail, ~.5 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. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. FREE! Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Join our Ranger for a 2 hour afternoon paddle. Kayak, life vest and paddle are included. $40 per person. Limited spots available, call 478763279 to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Join us at Shelter 4 to have a fire and make S'mores. Our Ranger will bring a few games to share but feel free to bring your favorite game to play and make some new friends. $3 per person. RSVP no later than 5/18/2026 for supplies to be purchased. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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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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Join our naturalist at the Overland Nature Trail head for a hike through the creek to observe the aquatic plants and animals! Water shoes required. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for our Jar Terrarium program! Our naturalist will show you how to make your very own self-sustaining garden in a jar. This simple and easy project is the perfect way to spend your Sunday afternoon. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail to check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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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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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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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 in the conference room at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a discussion about the many species of snakes that call our state home! You'll also get the chance to meet our local snakes and feel their scales! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for a special Memorial Day program just for kids! Through hands-on crafts and activities, we’ll learn about the brave men and women who served for our country and take time to say “thank you” in our own creative ways. Be part of a Monumental Moment as we remember, honor, and create together. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join us this Memorial Day for a silent guided waterfall hike. On the Appalachian Approach Trail, we’ll walk together in remembrance of America’s fallen heroes. This mindful experience invites participants to slow down, observe nature, and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. 1.5 miles- moderate to strenuous in difficulty Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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This engaging outdoor adventure invites each family member to search along the riverside for hidden flags, turning a simple stroll into an exciting treasure hunt that encourages curiosity and teamwork. The goal is simple yet rewarding: each person in your group should find one flag and turn it into the Visitor Center to collect a prize. Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Remembering and honoring those who have served our country is a profound act of gratitude and respect. It is through their courage, sacrifice, and dedication that the freedoms we enjoy today have been preserved. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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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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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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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join us at Picnic Shelter 2 to learn about Georgia mammals! You will have the opportunity to touch and interact with a variety of furs while learning about the animals that call our state home. Pay in the visitor center beforehand, or bring cash to the event. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. This three-day camp will involve team building exercises and exploration throughout the Fort's history: from Native Americans, to British military, and the colony's settlement. Camp is open for ages 8 to 12 years old. Space is limited, and pre-registration AND deposit are required! $150. 912-437-4770.
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Activities designed specifically for our little ones and their adults. This program is designed to introduce children to the recreational, educational and natural benefits of spending time outside and at our state parks. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt’s Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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This presentation will focus on the creation of these three important holidays and what these holidays represent. Youth $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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This presentation will focus on the creation of these three important holidays and what these holidays represent. Youth $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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May 25-29, 2026. Kids ages 6-12 will love exploring the marsh and maritime forest, learning outdoor skills, and enjoying games and arts & crafts activities. Every day of Junior Ranger camp is an adventure! Only 16 spaces are available, so make your plans now. Registration opens January 30, 2026. $275. 912-598-2300.
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Ever wanted to try out slacklining but have been too nervous to try it on your own? Come join us at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a fun, beginner-friendly slacklining experience! 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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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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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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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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 Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. This three-day camp will involve team building exercises and exploration throughout the Fort's history: from Native Americans, to British military, and the colony's settlement. Camp is open for ages 8 to 12 years old. Space is limited, and pre-registration AND deposit are required! $150. 912-437-4770.
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Spring is finally here and it's a wonderful time to see Red Top! Join us hiking the Sweetgum Trail, on the lookout for the items on our Scavenger Hunt. Keep an eye out for butterflies, bees, ferns and frogs, just to name a few! We will explore around the lake, 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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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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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. Then, it's your turn to see if you can pull it off! $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Many people that we see here in the park believe they have a “bad” sense of direction or will simply NEVER be able to navigate without the help of GPS. Well.. It's actually pretty simple! Determine your intended path of travel, align your north with the grid lines on the map, calculate your distance, acquire a landmark and off you go. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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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. 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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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 Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. This three-day camp will involve team building exercises and exploration throughout the Fort's history: from Native Americans, to British military, and the colony's settlement. Camp is open for ages 8 to 12 years old. Space is limited, and pre-registration AND deposit are required! $150. 912-437-4770.
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Enjoy a ranger led hike (1 hour) along our new beach trail as we walk by swamps, hardwood/pine forests and a controlled burn area. After the hike, we'll kayak (1 hour) on the lake looking for wildlife such as raptors, herons and migrating birds. Wear closed toe shoes, bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. To register, click on the link below. $25 (plus the app fee) if you use our kayaks. $20 (plus the app fees) if you use yours parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Activities designed specifically for our little ones and their adults. This program is designed to introduce children to the recreational, educational and natural benefits of spending time outside and at our state parks.
Today, kids will be combining crafting with nature. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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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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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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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 Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Weather you're a dandelion enthusiast or can't stand seeing them in your garden, on this hike come join our naturalist as we discuss and learn to identify native and non-native weeds! We'll meet at the boat ramp at Campgrounds #2, taking the yellow trail along the shoreline to the dam, ~1.5 miles out & back. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Enjoy a ranger led hike (1 hour) along our new beach trail as we walk by swamps, hardwood/pine forests and a controlled burn area. After the hike, we'll kayak (1 hour) on the lake looking for wildlife such as raptors, herons and migrating birds. Wear closed toe shoes, bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. To register, click on the link below. $25 (plus the app fee) if you use our kayaks. $20 (plus the app fees) if you use yours parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join us for a relaxed hike in the moonlight through our off-road trails. We'll explore the sights and sounds of the swamp at night. Free plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join Madison Traviss of House of Fig for a morning of therapeutic relaxation guided by sensory invitations. Together, we will experience a mix of leisurely strolling, intentional observation, and intermittent reflection. Walk away with the ability to take this practice of presence into daily life.
Optional BYO picnic.
Registration is required Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Create your own Black Bear Watercolor masterpiece!
All supplies will be provided.
All skill levels welcome.
Meet at the Mellinger center at 2 PM Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Come and embark on a nature scavenger hunt! It is a delightful way to engage with the outdoors, transforming a simple hike into an interactive exploration. It’s an experience that blends discovery, education, and a sense of accomplishment, perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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 Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! 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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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.
Please note that this event will be cancelled in the event of rain. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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A craft-your-own nature journal program for all ages! Hosted by our park Naturalists, you'll learn to bind a custom book for your sketches of our iconic birds, bees, butterflies & wildflowers. Whether you're a young explorer or a budding Emerson, this simple craft is the perfect way to start your own field notes celebrating the wonders of nature! $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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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Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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At first, learning how to use a compass can be confusing... Especially if you do not have a good teacher. As luck would have it, we are fantastic teachers and can get you started off on the right foot! Learn the parts of a compass, how to follow a bearing, how to calculate distance based on your individual stride, and more. 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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