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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. 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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!*
Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Learn how "earthing" contributes to our overall wellness while you synergize with the land & trees. Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Guided Hike designed for toddlers and their adults through our campground, playground and down our Story Book Trail.
Introduce children to the recreational, educational and natural benefits of spending time outside and at our state park.
Meet us at the boat ramp. 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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Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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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North? Weast? Wait...where are we going? Have these questions trouble you no longer as we learn how to read a map and compass with a ranger. This class will teach you the basics and we'll put our skills to the test afterwards with a short hike. $5.00 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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We invite all families to join us on our Safe and Found Hike to learn safe hiking habits and how to respond in the event of an emergency. Meet at the Huckleberry Trail. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Start your morning off right with a refreshing hike led by a Park Ranger on the scenic Overlook Loop Trail (3.4 Miles). This is considered a moderate to strenuous trail for active individuals. Trail has some loose rocks and acorns. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join an Interpretive Ranger for a short guided bird hike along the scenic Mountain Creek Trail (approximately 1 mile). Discover the beauty and purpose behind dazzling bird plumage and courtship displays as we explore how our feathered friends prepare for the season of love. Binoculars are provided. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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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 1:00-3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Use more of your senses to experience the wonder of these simple plants. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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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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Join us 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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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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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Come tackle the 1099 stairs with a ranger and enjoy the rush you'll get from conquering one of the most difficult, monumental hike in our park! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Find your Path, Hear the Night. Come out for a little Adventure along Victoria's Path. Flashlights provided. The hike is 1 mile long, Moderate level. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the Park Office to register! $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. $0 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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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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Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation. We will start the day off with some morning brews in hand before heading towards our bird blind for some casual birdwatching. $5 plus 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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Valentine's Day may be over, but love (especially for nature) never dies! Join our Naturalist for a casual hike through our grounds. Fall in love with the beginnings of spring--no sign-ups required. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. 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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across bridges on the trail! Move & shake your stress away on the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! 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 1:00-3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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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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Come join us as we view the night skies. After sunset a parade of planets will occur. With clear skies we should see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, and Saturn aligned in the sky. We will be using the app Sky View Lite and a telescope will be set up to get a closer look. Hot chocolate will be available for visitors.. $5 per person
Pre-Registration is required parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Take a short hike with our naturalist around the Huckleberry Trail to learn some general local history as well as flora and fauna. The trail is 0.75 miles, unpaved, with a mix of walking uphill and downhill. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Enjoy this easy hike on our nature trail with our Naturalist. We will discuss the history of the park along the way. 2$-6$. 770-387-3747.
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Lace up your boots and join us for a Ranger-Led Hike. This guided hike is a perfect chance to explore scenic trails and learn about native plants and wildlife. This is a 4-mile moderate to strenuous hike around Dowdell Knob’s Loop Trail. Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and bring water and snacks. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Fungi march to the beat of a natural calendar. The temperature and precipitation determines whether we'll find "Winter" or "Spring" fungi this time of year. Let's hit the trail to see what's out. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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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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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We have several ways to personalize your stick including burning your name. Sandpaper and a sealer is provided. Paracord will be provided for a hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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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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Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Come tackle the 1099 stairs with a ranger and enjoy the rush you'll get from conquering one of the most difficult, monumental hike in our park! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Light up the trail! Come out for a Night hike with Glow sticks, and UV flashlights! Victoria's Path, 1 Mile long, moderate hike. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the park office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join our Naturalist for a birding hike throughout the park. Check out the Bald Eagle's nest on the river, catch a glimpse of our kingfishers, or maybe even a resident owl! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Journey through the Seventeen Mile River swamp with a very knowledgeable guide. Attendees will learn all about ephemeral watersheds and the creatures that call them home. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required). Meetup at picnic shelters 5 & 6. Pre-registration required at front office. $5 for Adults, Children 12 and under $3 parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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A hike on the First of March! The hike is on the Inner Loop Trail about 2.3 miles long, moderate. Please wear toed closed shoes and bring a water. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the Park office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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To celebrate World Wildlife day, we will find wildlife tracks along Victoria's Path (1 mile long, moderate) and identify the animal, Ranger-led hike. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. Meet at the Park office. Please call the park office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Start your morning off right with a refreshing hike led by a Park
Ranger on the scenic Overlook Loop Trail (3.4 Miles). This is
considered a moderate to strenuous trail for active individuals.
Trail has some loose rocks and acorns. Wear comfortable shoes
and bring water. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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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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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. Must RSVP! $20 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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We'll be making festive crafts while we learn about the history of Saint Patrick. Crafts will be followed by a hike to hunt for 4-leaf clovers. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come out for a women's hike on the Inner Loop trail (2.3 miles long, Moderate). A great way to make friends. This event is Free. We will meet at the Park Office. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. Please call the Park office to register. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Does your child know how to read a map or what to do if they get lost in the woods? This class will teach kids how to a read map compass rose, legends, topography, how to stay calm if lost and what steps they need to take to stay safe if lost. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. 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! 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 the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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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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There are leprechauns loose in the state park! Help us find them all and receive a prize at the Visitor Center. The person who finds their pot of gold wins the Grand Prize! $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We invite all families to join us on our Safe and Found Hike to learn safe hiking habits and how to respond in the event of an emergency. Meet at the Huckleberry Trail. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Lace up your boots and join us for a Ranger-Led Hike. This guided
hike is a perfect chance to explore scenic trails and learn about
native plants and wildlife. This is a 4-mile moderate to strenuous
hike around Dowdell Knob’s Loop Trail. Wear comfortable, sturdy
shoes and bring water and snacks. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join us on the Walk in the Pines Trail for a magical hunt to find the Pot o’ Gold at the end of the rainbow!
Follow the trail, enjoy the adventure, and see where luck leads you.
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Join us for the first installment of a brand-new program series, Compass 101. The program series will start with the easiest course our rangers recently plotted and as the year progresses the courses will get harder. The year will end with the hardest course, so make sure you come for all of them. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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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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Join Dr. Hennigan on a guided walk to learn about just a few of the wild foods that are all around you!
Hennigan is a avid forager and herbalist with decades of experience. This hike will be of moderate difficulty of under 2 miles. Parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join Dr. Hennigan on a guided walk to learn about just a few of the wild foods that are all around you!
Hennigan is a avid forager and herbalist with decades of experience. This hike will be of moderate difficulty of under 2 miles.
Reservations are required. Parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join us for a Sunrise Hike! A good way to start your day! We will hike the Inner Loop Trail (2.3 miles long, Moderate). Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. We will meet at the Park Office. Please call the Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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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Wear your green, LED lights and glow sticks for this fun night hike on the Flat Rock Trail. Bring your flashlight to search for native plants, animal tracks and scat along the granite outcrops. The Ranger will have additional glow items and black UV lights for biofluorescent nature. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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This program is intended for Homeschool families and is geared towards children aged 8-13
Join Smithgall's Naturalist to learn the basics of using a compass and navigation before testing your new skills in a fun game!
This program does take place 100% outside, so please bring water and dress for the weather. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Learn 5 most used knots for outdoor adventures and how to identify animal tracks along the riverside trail with a fun animal track scavenger hunt. $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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Learn how to Nature Journal! Bring your own personal journal and hike with a ranger to observe and identify native and non-native plants using the iNaturalist App, along with identifying birds through the Merlin App. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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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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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! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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