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Sweetwater Creek State Park


Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Earth Day Ecology Walk and Litter Clean Up
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This moderate two mile hike is intended to celebrate some of Sweetwater Creeks most interesting habitat spaces. Participants will be given a small trash bag and gloves to pick up liter along this hike. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center by the flagpole Suitable for ages 5+ Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Sunday, April 26, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Ecology Hike
Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, May 2, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Saturday, May 2, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Kayak Paddle
Saturday, May 2, 2026 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Enjoy some relaxing time out on the water with this guided kayaking program around the reservoir. This kayak paddle features a trifecta of park history, plant ID, and wildlife viewing. Beginners friendly, ages 10+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register Recommended to bring a water bottle, dry bag and sunglasses. $35 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 3, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, May 3, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Sunday, May 3, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, May 3, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Ecology Hike
Sunday, May 3, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Friday, May 8, 2026

Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Friday, May 8, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, May 8, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Ecology Hike
Friday, May 8, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Saturday, May 9, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Kayak Paddle
Saturday, May 9, 2026 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Enjoy some relaxing time out on the water with this guided kayaking program around the reservoir. This kayak paddle features a trifecta of park history, plant ID, and wildlife viewing. Beginners friendly, ages 10+ all minors must have an adult present. Call 770-732-2613 to register Recommended to bring a water bottle, dry bag and sunglasses. $35 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, May 10, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Sunday, May 10, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, May 10, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Ecology Hike
Sunday, May 10, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Friday, May 15, 2026

Arts, Ancestry, and the Story of Us
Friday, May 15, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, May 15, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Evening Ecology Hike
Friday, May 15, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Sunday, May 24, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, May 24, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Friday, May 29, 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, May 29, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sunday, May 31, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Wednesday, Jun 17, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Wednesday, Jun 24, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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