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Friday,
October
30, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a delicious fall treat while discovering the fascinating life cycle of an apple! Enjoy crisp Granny Smith and sweet Fuji apple slices paired with creamy caramel dipping sauce. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall while learning something new! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Bats
Friday, Oct 30, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal!
Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls.
Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Friday, Oct 30, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
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Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for a bat walk & talk as the sun lowers in the sky and the bats begin to fly. Meet at the firepit
directly behind the Visitor Center. The walk is approximately a half mile on the Sandpiper Trail and back.
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets!
Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led.
Space is limited, Pre-registration required. $15 plus
parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy the sunset and share stories around a campfire. Bring stories about your favorite hikes, wildlife sightings, camping trips, and more. A park ranger will talk about Hard Labor Creek history, wildlife, and even tell ghost stories.
Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Come face-to-face with some of the reptiles that call Fort Yargo home. This free evening program at the Interpretive Center features our very own ambassador animals: Brazel, the red-eared slider, & Knots, the eastern kingsnake. It’s a fun, educational experience perfect for families who want to get to know our resident critters a little better!
Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Use blacklights to look for bugs and receive a free glowstick on this easy,0.5 hike along a stretch of the lake trail! You are encouraged to wear bright clothes, light up shoes, and other glow-in-the-dark gear. Limited blacklights available, please bring your own if possible. Begins at the Beach area at 7:00 PM.
Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Settle in for the night with some spooooky stories and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! Campers and day visitors welcome!
We will be meeting at the fire ring behind campsite 11. BYOC (bring your own chair!)
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join our Naturalist for a spooky adventure on our Halloween Glow Hike along the Riverside Trail to see what goes bump in the night! Costumes are welcome, so come dressed in your Halloween best! Please note that inflatable costumes are not permitted. We’ll use black lights to discover the amazing world of biofluorescent plants and animals. $8.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
October
31, 2026
It’s time for our traditional Halloween Campsite Decorating Contest! Bring out your spookiest, silliest, and most creative decorations and transform your campsite into a Halloween masterpiece! This year, the fun will take place again in Campground 1 only, so let’s fill it with frightful fun and festive Halloween spirit!
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person
parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Put on your hiking shoes and join us for a fall-tastic adventure along the Riverside Trail as we search for pumpkins! Bring back one silly pumpkin to show off at the Visitor Center and receive a special prize from our prize box! Get ready for some pumpkin-picking fun, fresh air, and plenty of fall smiles. $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Come join us for a spooky scavenger hunt each Saturday in October. Spend time outdoors with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources available at Wormsloe. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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This nature hike will begin in our amphitheater and proceed down to the river along our Interpretive trail. As we enjoy the fall colors we will talk about identifying our native hardwood plants and the importance of various species to the Southeastern tribes. before hiking back to the museum along our River Walk Nature Trail. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Join our park ranger on this moderate 5K / 3.1 mile route with 3 trick or treating stops.
Participants in costume automatically earn 2x the candy.
No fee required but please call the office in advance if you plan to attend.
Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Bear Talk
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
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Did you know a black bear can smell a burger grilling from 18 miles away? Come learn about this curious critter! Touch real bear skulls and claws! Begins at the Beach area at 11:00 AM.
Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Join Amicalola Falls State Park for our 3rd annual Fall Festival! From 12pm-4pm, bring your friends and family to enjoy live animal shows, hayrides, pumpkin painting, games, crafts, and so much more! Then, find us at the campground for s'mores and all of your favorite campground stories at 6:30pm! We can't wait to you and your costumes!
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Ever noticed those dusk-time visitors flitting through the night sky? Chances are they’re Georgia's only native flying mammal--bats. Come learn about bats that call Georgia home and do a craft. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $3 plus
parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person
parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Make a super batty suncatcher to hang in your belfry or home, and learn more about bats and their contributions to our ecosystem. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for a fun time around the Park with spooky trail walks and trick or treating at participating campsites! A dog costume contest will be held at 4:00PM. There will also be prizes for best costume and best decorated campsite. S'mores will also be provided. Park pass is required on all vehicles.
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us on a 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life and enjoying some fall colors! Meet at the visitor center. Please bring water and comfortable shoes. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Costumes encouraged, not required! Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets plus candy!
Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led.
Space is limited, Pre-registration required. $15 plus
parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2,000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today. Closed toed shoes & flashlights are advised. Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover 3/4 of a mile. Meet at the Temple Mound Parking Lot.
Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Step on up for a game night like no other, join a ranger host as we play Camden's new favorite game, "What's that Snake?"!
This program is in a classic Jeopardy style gameshow, with snake themed questions. Winners will get prizes!
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Sunday,
November
1, 2026
Enjoy a relaxing morning as you go on a birding adventure with one of our interpretive rangers.
This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River.
Meeting at the Nature Center.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $3 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join us to make a Pine Cone Bird Feeder to help the birds get food they may need in the colder months. $2 per person. Call the office at 478 763 2759.
Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Monday,
November
2, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Tuesday,
November
3, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday,
November
4, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Thursday,
November
5, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the fascinating science behind fall’s changing leaves! Then, use real leaves to create beautiful prints on fabric and take a little piece of autumn home with you. Pre-Registration required by calling the office. Meet at the Nature Hut. $4 plus
parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Make a whimsical, nature-inspired luminary with parchment paper and real leaves. Let your colors glow! Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Friday,
November
6, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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William Bartram is one of the best known American naturalists of the 18th century. Join a ranger as we follow his footsteps along the Altamaha environs. Make birding and other observations in a nature journal given to those who participate! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Hikers, join the Naturalist for a fun-filled fall adventure along the trails as we explore the beautiful colors of the season and learn what wildlife is stocking up for winter! Pick up a Fall Color ID Scavenger Hunt sheet and see if you can spot all 10 colors along the way. Find them all, and you’ll earn a special prize from the prize box! $8.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Sit back and relax on a tour to historic Billy's Island. Search for wildlife while crossing Billy's Lake on our tour boat before stepping on the island to seek remnants of the past. Relics of the logging era, a swamper family cemetery and traces of Native American presence are scattered around the short trail we will walk while on the island. $35-$25
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins.
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join Park Naturalist Christina for an exploration of the unique life living in the leaf litter. We'll use tools to collect and identify invertebrates and other critters we may find. Perfect for kids ages 7-12, or families. We will meet in the campground at the Mellinger Center
Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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William Bartram is one of the best known American naturalists of the 18th century. Join a ranger as we follow his footsteps along the Altamaha environs. Make birding and other observations in a nature journal given to those who participate! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.
Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Naturalist for a fun evening of S'mores around a campfire! This event is for our campers staying with us! Ask our Naturalist about our wildlife and native plants and hear what is so special about our ecosystem! This event will be held at the Interpretive Center. We will see you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us to enjoy the awe-inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a certified International Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the southeast.
Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look.
Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday,
November
7, 2026
Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation. We will start the day off with some morning brews in hand before heading towards our bird blind for some casual birdwatching. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Explore Panola Mountain on a 3.5 mile moderately strenuous hike and discover its hidden stories that make Panola worth protecting. Along the way we'll learn about the unique geology, diverse ecology, and fascinating human history that make Panola special. Advanced registration recommended. Recommended ages 10+ $10 plus
parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Enjoy a beautiful hike around Black Rock Lake while help us track the bird populations in our park. No experience or special tools necessary. Pickup your bird count sheet from our Park Naturalist at the Lake Dock and keep track of the birds your see or hear while you explore the trail.
Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Autumn - It’s that time of year! As the leaves fall, let’s enjoy the beautiful art we can create with them and celebrate the season with a decoration to take home. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists and stay after for photos with a hawk or owl. Please consider making a $3 donation by registering!
Location: Lodge Lobby September 5th only! $3 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Calling all nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for a fun and educational adventure as we learn all about white-tailed deer. We’ll explore their habitat, discover what they eat, diseases like Chronic Wasting Disease and learn how conservation helps protect these amazing animals. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Let’s explore the ever-changing sky! We’ll learn how clouds form and how to identify them, create a handy cloud-watching frame, and spend time outdoors observing the sky and creating stories from what we see. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $4 plus
parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Come out and enjoy a leaf watch hayride throughout the park. You will be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of fall and you'll be able to take some great fall photos. The hayride will start at the park office. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We have several ways to personalize your stick including burning your name. Sandpaper and a sealer is provided. Paracord will be provided for a hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus
parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 per terrarium
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water and bug spray. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail. We will check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2,000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today. Closed toed shoes & flashlights are advised. Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover 3/4 of a mile. Meet at the Temple Mound Parking Lot.
Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for a night sky talk and sky viewing. Telescopes will be set up. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on the grassy field. Baseball field across from Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Time is subject to change.
Parking fee required. 706-393-2349.
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Sunday,
November
8, 2026
Embark on a fun and education-filled adventure with our ranger, through some of the trails that make up Crooked River. See and learn about all the different plants and animals that call Crooked River home.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join two Naturalists for a hike on the 7.5-mile Bear Creek Backcountry Trail. This is a strenuous hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a day pack with plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Big Creek Trail! Find out what plants and animals call our sandhill community home! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water and comfortable walking shoes. We will meet at the Visitor Center to hit the trail. See you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. $5 plus
parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills. $3 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Escape the bright lights and experience the magic of the night sky. Meeting at the Area B Boat Ramp, we’ll gather on the bridge over the cove, where we can watch the stars come out with minimal interference from city lights. With the moon's light at its minimum, it is the perfect setting to look up and marvel at the stars and constellations above. $10 plus
parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Monday,
November
9, 2026
Experience the best of North Georgia’s fall colors on a hike at Amicalola Falls! Join an interpretive ranger on this 1.5-mile hike from our Visitor Center to the magnificent waterfall. Along the way, learn about native plants, wildlife, and park history while enjoying the crisp fall mountain air. This trail is considered moderate to strenuous. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Tuesday,
November
10, 2026
Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center.
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday,
November
12, 2026
Coffee, cocoa and conversation! Let's take it easy and enjoy a fun craft for the Fall season! We will meet at the Interpretive Center to start our morning out right. See you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Make a whimsical, nature-inspired luminary with parchment paper and real leaves. Let your colors glow! Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday,
November
13, 2026
Calling all curious hikers and wildlife explorers! Join the Naturalist along the beautiful Chattahoochee River to discover the sneaky, clever world of raccoons! We’ll learn all about their habitat, favorite foods, and how they raise their little masked bandits. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Admire the simple, beautiful patterns that emerge as we trace leaves to create a piece of art to treasure. When the patterns are finished, we will add watercolor to complete the ripple effect. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Autumn - It’s that time of year! As the leaves fall, let’s enjoy the beautiful art we can create with them and celebrate the season with a decoration to take home. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Our Park Naturalist will be at the campground Trading Post to answer questions about the park and share some of her favorite sites and experiences. She will also have our collection of animal pelts for guests to touch and explore.
Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Sit back and relax on a tour to historic Billy's Island. Search for wildlife while crossing Billy's Lake on our tour boat before stepping on the island to seek remnants of the past. Relics of the logging era, a swamper family cemetery and traces of Native American presence are scattered around the short trail we will walk while on the island. $35-$25
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Step into the twilight along the water's edge for an evening stroll at the Area B Boat Ramp! We'll watch the skies come alive with Georgia's nocturnal flyers while exploring the roles these insect-eating mammals play in our ecosystem. Bring sturdy walking shoes and a flashlight. Space is limited; visit or call the Visitor Center for registration $10 plus
parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.
Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Naturalist for a fun evening of S'mores around a campfire! This event is for our campers staying with us! Ask our Naturalist about our wildlife and native plants and hear what is so special about our ecosystem! This event will be held at the Interpretive Center. We will see you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Saturday,
November
14, 2026
Start your morning off right with a refreshing hike led by a
Park Ranger on the scenic Overlook Loop Trail (3.4 Miles). This
is considered a moderate to strenuous trail for active individuals. Trail has some loose rocks and acorns. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. A minimum of two participants is required for the hike to take place.
Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join two Naturalists for a hike on the 7.5-mile Bear Creek Backcountry Trail. This is a strenuous hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a day pack with plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch. $12 plus
parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Location: Visitor Center's Arch Room
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Leaving out from the Visitor Center, we will head into the woods in search of the diverse mushrooms currently popping up along the forest floor and tree trunks. Together, we will utilize modern technology to help safely and accurately identify everything we encounter. This is an easy and unique hike for mushroom lovers of all experience levels! $10 plus
parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Join our Park Naturalist for a morning of Nature Journaling at the Overlook. We will be introduced to the concept of nature journaling, how to get started if you're new to the practice, prompts for making observations on the day, and enjoy time making observations in our journals. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Join the Unicoi State Park Activities team at the Visitor Center to learn about North Georgia's local wildlife. You may even get to meet our residents Anderson, Luna, and Petunia.
Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Calling all bird lovers and nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for an outdoor class all about migratory birds and discover why these feathered travelers take to the skies each season. After our lesson, we’ll hit the trails for a fun bird-watching hike around the park to see how many different species we can spot! $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Make your own pinecone bird feeder using natural materials to
help support local wildlife. Pre-registration is required at least
one day in advance, either at the Park Office or by calling
706-663-4858. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Come out and enjoy a leaf watch hayride throughout the park. You will be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of fall and you'll be able to take some great fall photos. The hayride will start at the park office. $5 plus
parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided paddle on our blackwater lake! First time paddlers welcome! All participants must be able to swim. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event to secure your spot! Space is limited! All equipment is provided. We will meet at the gazebo to hit the water. See you there! $25 plus
parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us for an exciting paddle-and-hike adventure on Lake Rutledge! Paddle 40 minutes to the trail, hike for two hours through swamps and hardwood/pine forests with scenic lake views, then paddle back. During the paddle we'll look for wildlife. Ages: 8+. Bring: Water, bug spray, sunscreen, a towel/change of clothes, and closed-toe shoes. $20 with your own kayak, $25 with ours
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby!
Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour out into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters, birds fly home to roost, and alligators head out to hunt. $25-35 plus
parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2,000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today. Closed toed shoes & flashlights are advised. Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover 3/4 of a mile. Meet at the Temple Mound Parking Lot.
Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to learn the basics of shelter building! We will be using natural resources found in nature. Please sign up at the Visitor Center prior to the event to secure your spot. We will see you there! $5 plus
parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Sunday,
November
15, 2026
Say click and take a pic! In this relaxing hike, journey with a ranger as we slowly make our way around our park, snapping pictures that'll last a life time.
We'll be learning how to properly set up and some techniques to best capture pictures of our beautiful wildlife.
Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $3 plus
parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water and bug spray. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail. We will check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there!
Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest
parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Tuesday,
November
17, 2026
Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday,
November
19, 2026
Friday,
November
20, 2026
The 18th century saw the rise of amateur scientists who documented the wondrous environments of the colonial coastlines. Botanists, poets, artists, and philosophers adventured along drawing animals, plants, and fungi. One such naturalist is docked at the Fort with her specimens for a show and tell! $8.25-$4.75 912-437-4770.
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Calling all fox fans and curious nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for a fun outdoor class all about Georgia’s clever canines. We’ll discover the similarities and differences between red foxes and gray foxes, explore their habitats and favorite foods, and learn how conservation helps protect these fascinating furry friends. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Make a whimsical, nature-inspired luminary with parchment paper and real leaves. Let your colors glow! Meet in the Interpretive Center. Please call (912) 598-2300 to pre-register for this event. $3 plus
parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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