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Watson Mill Bridge State Park


Friday, May 8, 2026

Morning River Paddle
Friday, May 8, 2026 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
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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New Discoveries: Historic Mills Walking Tour
Friday, May 8, 2026 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
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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Creek Critters Hike
Friday, May 8, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along beaver creek. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Twig Boat Race
Friday, May 8, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Using sticks and string, create your own boat before racing against your competitors! When finished, take your boat home with you! Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Birding Hike
Saturday, May 9, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a morning of birdwatching. Binoculars are provided. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Saturday, May 9, 2026 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
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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5K Trail Fun Run
Saturday, May 9, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join our park ranger on this moderate 5K / 3.1 mile trail route. 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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Tree ID Hike
Saturday, May 9, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us on an approximately 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:45 PM to 9 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
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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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Mother's Day Card Craft
Sunday, May 10, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Celebrate Mother's Day by crafting a card! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Creek Critters Hike
Sunday, May 10, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along beaver creek. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, May 10, 2026 3 PM to 4:15 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Fourth of July Celebration
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Celebrate the 4th of July at Watson Mill with classic games like tug-of-war, sack races, watermelon eating contest, cornhole, and horseshoes. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Thursday, August 13, 2026

Perseids Meteor Shower
Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 5:15 AM to 6:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Perseids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 150 meteors in an hour! Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards. If there are cloudy skies or rain, meteors won't be visible. Please call the office the day by August 12th to sign up. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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