Wild Georgia Events

Tugaloo State Park


Saturday, August 30, 2025

Movie Night
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 8:30 AM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Birding
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 9:30 AM to 10 AM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come out and enjoy a fun birding adventure with our naturalist. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Craft
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at the Nature Hut to make some fun and exciting crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, August 31, 2025

Kayaking 101
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet the Naturalist at the Park office for a crash course in Kayaking. We'll be going over basic strokes, maneuvers, as well as Paddling Safety. Afterwards we'll hop into the water and test our new found knowledge. Be sure to bring water, snacks, dry clothes, and a towel. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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drive in Movie
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us for a family friendly movie at the day use parking lot. Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025

nature hut open
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you could see in the area and meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, September 7, 2025

Hike with a Ranger
Sunday, Sep 7, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join the Park Naturalist for a hike along the muscadine Trail. Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. $5 plus $5 parking. 707-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Sep 7, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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Kayaking 101
Sunday, Sep 7, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet the Naturalist at the Park office for a crash course in Kayaking. We'll be going over basic strokes, maneuvers, as well as Paddling Safety. Afterwards we'll hop into the water and test our new found knowledge. Be sure to bring water, snacks, dry clothes, and a towel. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Archery for Girl Scouts- Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Calling all girls scouts to try their hand at archery in celebration of Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day. 706-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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nature hut open
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you could see in the area and meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Craft
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at the Nature Hut to make some fun and exciting crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Hike with a Ranger - Sassafras Trail
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Enjoy an informative hike with the park naturalist along the sassafras trail. Meet at Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Archery 101
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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 so please register in advance by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, September 20, 2025

leaf painting craft
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come use leaves to paint your own beautiful picture. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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nature hut open
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you could see in the area and meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, September 21, 2025

Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Sep 21, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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Star Party
Sunday, Sep 21, 2025 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Enjoy the stars and planets while exploring the night sky. Meet at the upper Mega Ramp parking lot and bring binoculars if you have them. Telescope will be provided. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Friends of Tugaloo Community Outreach- YSPD
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join Friends of Tugaloo at the Pavilion to celebrate Your State Parks Day. They'll be hosting a membership drive and community outreach where visitors can learn about the park and what Friends of Tugaloo do to help make our park the best it can be. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-356-4362.
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Gumlog and Tugaloo History Chat
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn the history of Gumlog and Tugaloo at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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nature hut open
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you could see in the area and meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Twilight Paddle
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Watch wading birds and enjoy the setting sun in the peaceful, ranger-led kayak trip along the Tugaloo peninsula on Lake Hartwell meet at the kayaks behind the main office. space is limited. $15 per person, advance registration required $5 parking. 706-356-4363.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Archery 101
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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 so please register in advance by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Survival 101
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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Saturday, October 4, 2025

Art Contest for High School Students
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come out to Tugaloo and draw or paint a 2 dimensional piece of art to be submitted for the statewide art contest. Winners will have their art displayed at the Georgia State Capital. All supplies will be provided. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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