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James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park


Saturday, July 19, 2025

Salamander Scavenger Hike
Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come with rangers to explore our creek along the Marble Mine trail to find and observe the salamanders up close. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes and clothing. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Firefly Night Hike
Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 8 PM to 9 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join us for a night hike along the Upper Lake trail to witness the magical glow of our fireflies and discover how you can help protect them from extinction. Meet at the office at 8pm. Bring water and comfortable clothing. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, July 26, 2025

How Hard is that Rock?
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join us for an exciting, hands-on guided hike up the Marble Mine Trail where nature meets geology! We'll explore the scenic trail, search for interesting rocks, and learn how to test their hardness using the Mohs scale. See how geologists classify rocks in the field. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Friends Ice Cream Sale
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 12 PM to 3 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come get your favorite flavor of Homemade Ice Cream from the JHF Friends Group! Flavors consist of peanut butter chocolate chip, chocolate, peach, butter pecan, and more! All proceeds go to Friends of James H. Floyd State Park. 6oz cup for $3. Located at Visitor Center. Park Pass Required. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Outdoor Adventure Day- Fishing Rodeo - Your State Park Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come out for a day of activities and fun! There will be a fishing rodeo for 15 yo and under, Reptile and Raptor Shows, face painting, rock climbing, food, ice cream, archery, and more! Contact the Park Office for any questions at 7068570826. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Sunday, October 19, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Sunday, Oct 19, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Monday, October 20, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Monday, Oct 20, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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