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Red Top Mountain State Park


Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Orienteering and Map Navigation
Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to read a map and accurately navigate using only a compass is THE most important survival skill. Prepare for an emergency BEFORE it happens. If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Court by the Trading Post. This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous off-trail hiking. 10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct, start, and maintain a fire is a MUST HAVE survival skill! Uses include warmth, safety, cooking, signalling, and getting that mood lighting juuuuust right. Don't get left out in the cold. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, December 19, 2025

Map Mastery
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you wanted to learn how to read and download topographical maps for your area? Do you know about all of the factors that go into being able to read a map? Are you aware that "north" isn't always north. What about the science behind it and why? If you would like to know these things and lots more, meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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New Moon Hike
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 6 PM to 7:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a fascinating exploration of the night and discover what it’s like to be a nocturnal animal at the park. We will discuss how these animals navigate in the dark without the help of lights. This event promises to be fun and exciting for people of all ages, so call today to reserve your spot! $6.00 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

A walk through time: the Battle of Allatoona Pass
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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! $6.00 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering and Map Navigation
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to read a map and accurately navigate using only a compass is THE most important survival skill. Prepare for an emergency BEFORE it happens. If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Court by the Trading Post. This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous off-trail hiking. 10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct, start, and maintain a fire is a MUST HAVE survival skill! Uses include warmth, safety, cooking, signalling, and getting that mood lighting juuuuust right. Don't get left out in the cold. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, December 26, 2025

Map Mastery
Friday, Dec 26, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you wanted to learn how to read and download topographical maps for your area? Do you know about all of the factors that go into being able to read a map? Are you aware that "north" isn't always north. What about the science behind it and why? If you would like to know these things and lots more, meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Exploring the Outdoors Beyond Barriers: First Day Hike with All Terrain Georgia
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 3:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us on the Lakeside Trail for a hike at Red Top Mountain State Park as we welcome the New Year! These hikes will be for all of our tracked chair users. Pre-registration is required. Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Exploring the Outdoors Beyond Barriers: First Day Hike with All Terrain Georgia
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us on the Lakeside Trail for a hike at Red Top Mountain State Park as we welcome the New Year! These hikes will be for all of our tracked chair users. Pre-registration is required. Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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First Day Hike on Lake SIde Trail
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Start the New Year with an invigorating hike on the Lakeside Trail! Join us as we explore the history of Red Top and its iron mining, as well as the park's natural resources. We'll also be available to answer any questions that visitors may have. Don’t miss out on this fun experience! Call today to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
Accessible Event First Day Hike Event 
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First Day Hike on Lake SIde Trail
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Start the New Year with an invigorating hike on the Lakeside Trail! Join us as we explore the history of Red Top and its iron mining, as well as the park's natural resources. We'll also be available to answer any questions that visitors may have. Don’t miss out on this fun experience! Call today to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
Accessible Event First Day Hike Event 
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