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Tallulah Gorge State Park


Sunday, December 15, 2024

Hydroelectric History Hike
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
In the early 20th Century, Tallulah Falls was the setting of one of the most influential hydroelectric projects in Georgia. This time marks the beginning of the now household name, Georgia Power. Which’s controversy sparked one of the first conservationist movements in Georgia. Join this hike to learn about this pivotal moment in Georgia's history. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Full Moon Hike
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike to the suspension bridge and watch the moon rise above the gorge. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. Please call and sign up in advance space is limited. Plan to pay with cash as the gift shop is closed at this time. $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Sunday, December 22, 2024

Hibernation Hike
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Learn about hibernation and its variations across an array of animal species, their behaviors and the biological processes behind them. The hike is a mile and a half on mild terrain, through the wildlife management area. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Hydroelectric History Hike
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
In the early 20th Century, Tallulah Falls was the setting of one of the most influential hydroelectric projects in Georgia. This time marks the beginning of the now household name, Georgia Power. Which’s controversy sparked one of the first conservationist movements in Georgia. Join this hike to learn about this pivotal moment in Georgia's history. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Hibernation Hike
Sunday, Dec 29, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Learn about hibernation and its variations across an array of animal species, their behaviors and the biological processes behind them. The hike is a mile and a half on mild terrain, through the wildlife management area. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Exploring the Outdoors Beyond Barriers: Inspiration Point First Day Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
This First Day Hike to Inspiration Point is for all of our tracked wheelchair users. 6 EcoRover Chairs will be provided through the DNR Wildlife Resources Division to persons with limited mobility, for free. Participants will need to register before the event. To register email Lieren.Merz@dnr.ga.gov. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Inspiration Loop and Sunset Burden Burn - First Day Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Join rangers for a 1.5 mile loop to the highest, and most inspiring, point on the Gorge to reflect on your year passed and greet the New Year. Watch the sun set over the gorge with hot cocoa, s'mores, and a toasty campfire. Pencil and paper will also be available to write down what burdened you in 2023 and toss in the fire. $7 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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