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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Interested in becoming a Friends of Magnolia Springs State Park Volunteer? Community efforts include park beautification, programing, trail maintenance, and more! Please join us at our group shelter to learn more about how you can volunteer. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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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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Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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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Learn how "earthing" contributes to our overall wellness while you synergize with the land & trees. Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Guided Hike designed for toddlers and their adults through our campground, playground and down our Story Book Trail.
Introduce children to the recreational, educational and natural benefits of spending time outside and at our state park.
Meet us at the boat ramp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led 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.
Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Enjoy this sweet seasonal craft program. Soar to unknown heights and learn how to transform upcycled materials into a beautiful keepsake sculpture. All materials and instruction provided. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Although you may just be passing through our park, there are many a resident in the Okefenokee who make this swamp their home! By way of taxidermy, meet a colorful cast of critters that share these waterways and forests with us! You will also learn to identify tracks and signs left by these animals so you can better recognize our animal neighbors. 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. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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: Visitor Center's Arch Room $3 plus parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Hike with a park naturalist through the canyon bottom to the base of Hemlock Falls. This is a four mile round trip and requires going up and down seventy-five stairs to see the falls. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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North? Weast? Wait...where are we going? Have these questions trouble you no longer as we learn how to read a map and compass with a ranger. This class will teach you the basics and we'll put our skills to the test afterwards with a short hike. $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We invite all families to join us on our Safe and Found Hike to learn safe hiking habits and how to respond in the event of an emergency. Meet at the Huckleberry Trail. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Curious on how make a flower pot, mug, or bowl out of clay? The people of the Mississippian Culture historically built sturdy coil pots and containers to store everything from seeds to water, and even food. Visitors attending the class will receive a pound of air dry clay, and you will learn step by step how to build their own coil pot. $2-$6
$5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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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. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 9 AM to 11 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by calling the park office. $20 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join an Interpretive Ranger for a short guided bird hike along the scenic Mountain Creek Trail (approximately 1 mile). Discover the beauty and purpose behind dazzling bird plumage and courtship displays as we explore how our feathered friends prepare for the season of love. Binoculars are provided. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Sick with the flux or mal aria? The Doctor is in and might have a cure! Visit the Doctor’s house inside the Fort and learn all about 18th century medical practices. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:00-3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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In recognition of Black History Month, join our interpretive ranger behind the historic Meeks cabin to learn about African American foodways during the nineteenth century. Watch and learn as he cooks up a meal using cuts of meat that were once considered "low on the hog". Fee Free parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Stop by the Relihan Museum & Nature Center to speak with our naturalist about the interesting lives of trees! Learn about growth cycles, the many different species that can be found in Georgia, and even leave with one of your very own to plant at home! (Trees limited to one per family) This is fee free with a standard parking pass. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Join us at the Activity Shelter for a fun and fascinating look at lake ecosystems and how their food chains work. Discover who eats who beneath the surface and how it all connects!
Perfect for curious minds of all ages ?? 229-276-1004.
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Come out and help improve our wonderful park by joining our Volunteer Workday. This workday, we will be completing projects in our historic CCC camp, including brush clearing and painting. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact friendsofhardlaborcreek@gmail.com. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Use more of your senses to experience the wonder of these simple plants. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Everyone should learn to cook in their yard! Meet at the firepit in the Program Area to see a Dutch oven demonstration. Please register in advance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for sweet treats and wild discoveries! Come treat your taste buds to some s'mores while learning about the animals that call our state of Georgia home. Parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Let’s take it bird by bird! Learn how to identify different bird species in this beginner’s program with tips that will help you start your bird watching journey. We will take a short hike and use shape, color pattern, behavior, and habitat to identify a variety of birds and learn how to use binoculars effectively in finding birds in the wild. $5.50-$8 478-986-5172.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist at the Boat Ramp Picnic Table to paint your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided, outside of a painting smock. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited.
Program Fee can be made with exact cash at event or prepaid with credit card or cash at Visitor Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join our Naturalist for a Guided Tour of Kolomoki Mounds as the sun sinks down and the moon rises up, as we learn about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago. Closed toed shoes & flashlights advised. Binoculars & cameras welcome! Hike will last about 1 hour and will cover about ¾ of a mile. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join us on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail to 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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Come see us at the interpretive Center and join in on a fun craft for all ages! Colorful butterflies and realistic roses! We have plenty of colors to choose from. Take your creation home and enjoy it for years to come. Stop in at the Visitor Center prior to the craft to sign up. See you there! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Step back in time at the Camp Lawton History Center and experience games such as buzz saw, shut the box, graces, and many others. All ages are welcome. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided.
Ages 8 and up $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Join our rangers as they explore early 19th century printing on the 198th anniversary of the first Native American newspaper. Celebrate this Monumental Moment in both Georgia and Cherokee history. The print shop will be open for demonstrations of 19th century printing and discussions of the importance of this monumental moment. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Have you ever questioned what to do if you encountered a bear? Join Smithgall & Tom Hennigan, Associate Professor of Biology at Truett-McConnell University, for a 1-hour presentation focusing on bear behavior, vocalizations, types of bears, hibernation and more. All ages are welcome. $5.00 per person parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Join us to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Paddle out to Billy's Island and journey into the history of the swamp. We'll immerse ourselves in the beauty of this National Natural Landmark and learn about how it ties into America’s story of wilderness, development, and conservation. $35 plus 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. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills! Must be able to draw 20lbs bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and they will direct you where to go. Please call and register in advance space is limited $15 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Come tackle the 1099 stairs with a ranger and enjoy the rush you'll get from conquering one of the most difficult, monumental hike in our park! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Enjoy the stars and planets while exploring the night sky. Meet at the upper Mega Ramp parking lot and bring binoculars if you have them. Telescope will be provided. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Find your Path, Hear the Night. Come out for a little Adventure along Victoria's Path. Flashlights provided. The hike is 1 mile long, Moderate level. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the Park Office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. $0 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Ever want to get started on a family genealogy, but just get too overwhelmed on where to go and how to get started? Come and learn from first hand experiences and get inspired to finally get your family history preserved for future generations! $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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