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Cloudland Canyon State Park


Tuesday, December 3, 2024

West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Scats and Tracks
Wednesday, Dec 4, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Wednesday, Dec 4, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Thursday, December 5, 2024

Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
­Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour 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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Leapin' Lizards
Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Uncover the lives of lizards, skinks, and other unusual reptiles of Georgia. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, December 6, 2024

Boxed In
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Come learn about the lives of one of our most commonly encountered turtles- the Eastern Box Turtle. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied up in Knots
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scats and Tracks
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Sunday, December 8, 2024

Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Sunday, Dec 8, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Monday, December 9, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Monday, Dec 9, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scats and Tracks
Monday, Dec 9, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Monday, Dec 9, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Scats and Tracks
Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
­Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour 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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scats and Tracks
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied up in Knots
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Thursday, December 12, 2024

Boxed In
Thursday, Dec 12, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Come learn about the lives of one of our most commonly encountered turtles- the Eastern Box Turtle. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Thursday, Dec 12, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, December 13, 2024

Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Leapin' Lizards
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Uncover the lives of lizards, skinks, and other unusual reptiles of Georgia. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied up in Knots
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scats and Tracks
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Turtles of Georgia
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Clouds in the Canyon
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Monday, December 16, 2024

Good Plant/Bad Plant! Good Snake/Bad Snake!
Monday, Dec 16, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program defines the difference between 'Good Plant' species and 'Bad Plant' species, and 'Good Snakes' versus 'Bad Snakes'... and if there really is such a thing! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Monday, Dec 16, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details
Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Clouds in the Canyon
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Thursday, December 19, 2024

Good Plant/Bad Plant! Good Snake/Bad Snake!
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program defines the difference between 'Good Plant' species and 'Bad Plant' species, and 'Good Snakes' versus 'Bad Snakes'... and if there really is such a thing! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Turtles of Georgia
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details
Bats
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, December 20, 2024

Cawwwwl of the Corvids
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Fire-building 101
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Boxed In
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Come learn about the lives of one of our most commonly encountered turtles- the Eastern Box Turtle. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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Leapin' Lizards
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Uncover the lives of lizards, skinks, and other unusual reptiles of Georgia. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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Scats and Tracks
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Sunday, December 22, 2024

Good Plant/Bad Plant! Good Snake/Bad Snake!
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program defines the difference between 'Good Plant' species and 'Bad Plant' species, and 'Good Snakes' versus 'Bad Snakes'... and if there really is such a thing! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scats and Tracks
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Monday, December 23, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Turtles of Georgia
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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West Rim Hike
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details
Clouds in the Canyon
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Turtles of Georgia
Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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Cawwwwl of the Corvids
Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event 
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Thursday, December 26, 2024

Good Plant/Bad Plant! Good Snake/Bad Snake!
Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program defines the difference between 'Good Plant' species and 'Bad Plant' species, and 'Good Snakes' versus 'Bad Snakes'... and if there really is such a thing! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied up in Knots
Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Clouds in the Canyon
Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, December 27, 2024

Turtles of Georgia
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details
Cawwwwl of the Corvids
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event 
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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied up in Knots
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Scats and Tracks
Sunday, Dec 29, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Sunday, Dec 29, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Monday, December 30, 2024

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Turtles of Georgia
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event Tales of Scales Event 
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Clouds in the Canyon
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

First Day Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Start the New Year off with a hike around the top loop of the West Rim that includes some of the best overlook views in the park. This is a moderate hike, please wear appropriate clothing for trail and weather conditions. Meet at the Interpretive Center parking area. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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