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Sweetwater Creek State Park


Friday, September 5, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 12, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 19, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 26, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 3, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 3, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, October 12, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Monday, October 13, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025 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. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 24, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The 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. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, November 24, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, November 27, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Nov 27, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Sensory Friendly Morning for Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 7:30 AM to 9 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi Friends. We're hosting a sensory friendly super museum Sunday experience in which our museum will be open before standard operating hours for folks who've preregistered (you can call 770 732 2613 to do so) The lights will be dimmed and the building will be kept at a quiet sound volume. There will be a tactile station set up for folks as well. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, May 29, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sunday, May 31, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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