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Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Sky fishing is a fun way to see night-time insects in a new light. A sheet with a light shining on it will be put up by Picnic Shelter 4. Nocturnal insects, like moths, are attracted to the light and land on the sheet, which allows us to get a closer look at how nocturnal insects have adapted to living in the dark. This is an all-ages free event. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us around the campfire for stories and s’mores. Bring your friends and enjoy some time with them, and maybe make a few new ones. S’mores will be provided. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Please register using the link below. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join us for a family friendly movie at the Nature Hut . Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. Hike begins promptly at 8:30 PM. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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This Friday the 13th won't be one to forget, we'll open with our ambassador animal program, featuring our snakes and insects. Once evening has fallen we'll set out on our mile and a half long night hike, seeing what glows under the black light and what goes bump in the night. Must register by 5 pm day of call 770-732-2613 $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Please register using the link below. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your chairs and blankets to the office parking lot for an outdoor movie night. Concessions will be available for purchase. Please call the office to find out what movie we're showing. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come on down to the Visitor's Center June 16th and 8PM and join Trey on a night hike on the Lake Loop Trail! This trail is beautiful at night with great views of the lake and perfect for star gazing. If you are lucky, you can even catch some shooting stars! Trey will talk about local folklore and state wildlife action plan (SWAP). Please park at the visitors center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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Join us in some friendly competition for an evening volleyball game! We will supply face paint, glow sticks, and a volleyball tutorial led by our interpretive staff! Waters will be provided as well as first aid. This program is meant for grade levels 7th-12th. Bring your A-game and meet us at the campground volleyball net! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Sky fishing is a fun way to see night-time insects in a new light. A sheet with a light shining on it will be put up by Picnic Shelter 4. Nocturnal insects, like moths, are attracted to the light and land on the sheet, which allows us to get a closer look at how nocturnal insects have adapted to living in the dark. This is an all-ages free event. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Please register using the link below. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join us for a family friendly movie at the Nature Hut . Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out to find a dark spot of forest for some stargazing & discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge at dark, & will vacate the park promptly by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals with our Nocturnal Night Hike! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail, no flashlights are necessary. Call 678-450-7726 to preregister of bring cash day of. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Pop in for this a-maize-ing campfire cooking program! Learn how to make elote, also known as Mexican street corn. This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us for a family friendly movie at the Nature Hut . Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a movie night IN THE POOL! Concessions will be available for purchase. Space is limited. Please call the office to sign up and to find out what movie we'll be showing. Hint: dun dun $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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We invite you, your friends, and family to join us in a day of games, crafts, live animal encounters, all of your favorite Independence Day foods, a movie at 8:45pm under the stars courtesy of the Friends of Amicalola Falls State Park volunteer chapter, and many more surprises! Sign up for an unforgettable day of fun! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Light up the night with our Naturalist on a glow hike along the riverside trail and enjoy the sounds of night life.
Wear your light-up shoes, glow in the dark clothing and glow sticks!
*Glow sticks will be provided $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join us for a movie night in the pool! Concessions will be available for purchase. Space is limited. Call the office to sign up and to find out the movie we’re watching! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come join our monthly full moon night hike to welcome July's Buck Moon! We'll meet at the Visitor Center fire ring, then hike the 1.2 mile paved Wilkins Greenway Trail out to Lee St & back, about 2.5 miles total. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join our rangers in making this classic camping meal during National Hot Dog month! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us in some friendly competition for an evening volleyball game! We will supply face paint, glow sticks, and a volleyball tutorial led by our interpretive staff! Waters will be provided as well as first aid. This program is meant for grade levels 7th-12th. Bring your A-game and meet us at the campground volleyball net! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out to find a dark spot of forest for some stargazing & discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge at dark, & will vacate the park promptly by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals with our Nocturnal Night Hike! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail, no flashlights are necessary. Call 678-450-7726 to preregister of bring cash day of. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Life is cheddar with yummy campfire meals! Join us outside the visitor center for a gouda time. This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Register your Girl Scout troop to join a Ranger for a nature hike around the three-mile Redbird Trail. Enjoy beautiful views of the Ogeechee River and maritime forest while learning about the flora and fauna of Georgia's coast. Pre-registration is required. Call 912-727-2339 to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for a guided lantern tour during this special after dark opening. Your guide will share stories of history and mystery as you walk through the historic buildings lit with candlelight. You will also hear the voices of the past tell their own stories and discover spooky folk legends passed down through the generations. Reservations required. $15. 478-986-5172.
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Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a guided lantern tour during this special after dark opening. Your guide will share stories of history and mystery as you walk through the historic buildings lit with candlelight. You will also hear the voices of the past tell their own stories and discover spooky folk legends passed down through the generations. Reservations required. $15. 478-986-5172.
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Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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October 24th- 25th. 4:00- 10:00 PM both nights. Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. This year we are expanding our Halloween event to 2 weekends! $1-6 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come join the friends of AH Stephens State park and staff for the annual haunted hayride! We promise thrills and chills with costume contest, movie on the lawn, campsite decorations, and treats for all!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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A family friendly event for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. Enjoy this Halloween themed event and receive candy from local organizations and Don Carter park rangers. Please park at the beach, a hayride will take you to the candy! Costumes encouraged. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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The moon is out, the lanterns are lit! For one night only, the past comes alive to tell you their tales. This year we focus on the history surrounding the 250th anniversary of the USA. Our candle lantern tour gives you the chance to speak with those daring folk who left their mark on the Georgia colony. $10. 912-437-4770.
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Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf. Wagon Rides $3 per person, Glow Mini Golf: $5 per person, cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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October 31st- November 1st. 4:00- 10:00 PM both dates. Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. We have expanded our Halloween event to 2 weekends this year! $1-6 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us at the front pond for our annual tree lighting! Come see Santa, grab a hot chocolate, and celebrate the season with us! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for an evening full of Christmas cheer! Bring the little ones out to see Santa and have their picture taken, a fun Christmas craft, sweet treats, hot chocolate, Christmas lights, campsite decorating contest, campfire, a Christmas movie, and a Christmas light hayride around the park! $1-5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. Hike begins promptly at 8:30 PM. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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