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Magnolia Springs State Park


Saturday, October 25, 2025

"We have made a selection for a new prison, five miles from this place, (Millen) on the Augusta Railroad." Captain D.W. Vowles and W.S. Winder (1864)
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a 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. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, November 1, 2025

"We have made a selection for a new prison, five miles from this place, (Millen) on the Augusta Railroad." Captain D.W. Vowles and W.S. Winder (1864)
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a 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. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

"We have made a selection for a new prison, five miles from this place, (Millen) on the Augusta Railroad." Captain D.W. Vowles and W.S. Winder (1864)
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a 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. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Camp Lawton Lantern Tour
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
This event has been CANCELED. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

"We have made a selection for a new prison, five miles from this place, (Millen) on the Augusta Railroad." Captain D.W. Vowles and W.S. Winder (1864)
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a 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. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Ringing in the New Year: First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join a Ranger to bring in the new year with a hike on the Woodpecker Trail. Enjoy wildlife, marvelous views, and fun conversation. This trail is 1 mile long; water and closed toe shoes are recommended for this excursion. Pets are welcome. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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