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Sweetwater Creek State Park


Saturday, November 23, 2024

Explore the Park After Dark
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Explore the park after dark on this ranger led hike. Bring out a flashlight and weather appropriate clothing. We'll be exploring 2 miles along the river corridor. Pre-registration is required by 5 pm day of. Ages 18+ $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, November 24, 2024

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Nov 24, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to peer into the New Manchester Mill Ruins. These ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please dress for the weather on this mile long hike. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Monday, November 25, 2024

Fall Jr. Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 25, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Enjoy this one day Jr. Ranger Camp for ages 4-17. Our Jr. Rangers will participate a nature hike, mill tour, reptile meet n greet, animal track casting to take home with them, and a movie. 25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Fall Jr. Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Enjoy this one day Jr. Ranger Camp for ages 4-17. Our Jr. Rangers will participate a nature hike, mill tour, reptile meet n greet, animal track casting to take home with them, and a movie. 25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, December 8, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Dec 8, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Friday, December 20, 2024

Explore the Park After Dark- Holiday Lights
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 5:45 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This night hike is suitable for all ages, and is stroller friendly. We'll be decking out a small half mile loop with holiday lights and décor for folks to enjoy. We'll have hot drinks and photo props for folks to enjoy. Participants must pre-register. Please arrive by 5:30pm, hike will start at 5:45. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, December 22, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Monday, December 23, 2024

Holiday Jr. Ranger Camp
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi parents, need a fun activity for your Jr. Ranger to do while you finish up preparing for the holidays? We've got a Jr. Ranger Camp for you. Smores indoors, candle making, soap making, live animal encounters, and so many activities to keep your Jr. Ranger entertained. $25 per student per day or $40 per student if you sign up for both days. $25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Holiday Jr. Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi parents, need a fun activity for your Jr. Ranger to do while you finish up preparing for the holidays? We've got a Jr. Ranger Camp for you. Smores indoors, candle making, soap making, live animal encounters, and so many activities to keep your Jr. Ranger entertained. $25 per student per day or $40 per student if you sign up for both days. $25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Friday, December 27, 2024

Explore the Park After Dark- Holiday Lights
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 5:45 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This night hike is suitable for all ages, and is stroller friendly. We'll be decking out a small half mile loop with holiday lights and décor for folks to enjoy. We'll have hot drinks and photo props for folks to enjoy. Participants must pre-register. Please arrive by 5:30pm, hike will start at 5:45. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Dec 29, 2024 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Monday, December 30, 2024

Holiday Jr. Ranger Camp
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi parents, need a fun activity for your Jr. Ranger to do while you finish up preparing for the holidays? We've got a Jr. Ranger Camp for you. Smores indoors, candle making, soap making, live animal encounters, and so many activities to keep your Jr. Ranger entertained. $25 per student per day or $40 per student if you sign up for both days. $25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Holiday Jr. Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi parents, need a fun activity for your Jr. Ranger to do while you finish up preparing for the holidays? We've got a Jr. Ranger Camp for you. Smores indoors, candle making, soap making, live animal encounters, and so many activities to keep your Jr. Ranger entertained. $25 per student per day or $40 per student if you sign up for both days. $25 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Sunrise First Day Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 7 AM to 8:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Lets kick off the new year with this sunrise first day hike. This will be a moderate 2 mile guided hike along the river corridor. Please wear close toed shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Last day to register for this hike will be December 31 by 5 pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Exploring the Outdoors Beyond Barriers: First Day Hike with the Aimee Copeland Foundation
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 to Thursday, Jan 2, 2025 10 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This First Day Hike to the mill ruins is for our all terrain wheelchair users. Persons with limited mobility can get certified to use trackchairs through the Aimee Copeland Foundation. We'll have 10 available for folks to come and hike with. To register, email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.com. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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First Day Hikes- Friends and Families
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This first day hike is for our families who visit the parks, we'll be on the off-road stroller accessible section of the white trial. We'll be hiking an easy 2 miles round trip. Enjoy the scenic views on this hike even our smallest hikers will love. And of course your 4 legged family members are welcome too. Pets must be leashed at all times. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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First Day Hike: Last Chance Night Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is your last chance to hop on a first day hike here at Sweetwater Creek State Park. This hike is suitable for ages 10+ All minors must have an accompanying adult. This will be a 1 mile moderate hike. Please ensure that folks are dressed for the weather close toed shoes required. Must register by 5 pm day of. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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