Hard Labor Creek State Park


Saturday, February 28, 2026

Historic Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Tour
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on a historic tour through what remains of Georgia's only standing CCC Camp. Program geared towards ages 8+. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, March 7, 2026

Historic Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Tour
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on a historic tour through what remains of Georgia's only standing CCC Camp. Program geared towards ages 8+. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026

History Hike - Follow in the Steps of the CCC - 2/15 CANCELLED
Saturday, Mar 21, 2026 12 PM to 1:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration required Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Star Spangled Wagon Rides
11 AM - 1:30 PM from Jul 4, 2026 until Jul 5, 2026 
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger before you fire up the grill for a trailer ride around the park. Learn fun facts about Hard Labor Creek and the history of the area while celebrating the birth of our great country! Rides depart from the mini golf area every 20 minutes. First come, first serve basis. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Star Spangled Wagon Rides
11 AM - 1:30 PM from Jul 5, 2026 
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger before you fire up the grill for a trailer ride around the park. Learn fun facts about Hard Labor Creek and the history of the area while celebrating the birth of our great country! Rides depart from the mini golf area every 20 minutes. First come, first serve basis. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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