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Black Rock Mountain State Park


Friday, May 16, 2025

Golden Hour Lake Walk
Friday, May 16, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join Rangers for an easy walk around our .8 mile Black Rock Lake Trail and learn about some plants we will see along the waywhile enjoying gorgeous golden hour. Wear good shoes to walk in and bring water. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area by 6pm. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Friday, May 23, 2025

Welcome Campfire
Friday, May 23, 2025 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join a Park Ranger for some evening fun and free s'mores! Meet behind the Mellinger Center next door to the Trading Post. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Coexisting with Black Bears
Saturday, May 24, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come join the Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears as we learn about our American Black Bear and how we can safely coexist with each other! This 50-minute educational program will cover topics such as BearWise® basics, basic Black Bear biology and capabilities, BearWise® outdoor safety, and much more! Meet at the Mellinger Center. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Memorial Day Melodies
Saturday, May 24, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Enjoy Memorial Day weekend up on the mountain listening to the magical Celtic fiddling and stories of Mountain Muse fiddler Marie Dunkle and her band. Stop by the amphitheater between the Trading Post and the Mellinger Center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Trivia
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come see what you know and maybe even learn something new! Join us for nature themed trivia in the Mellinger Center for an opportunity to win a prize. Meet at the Mellinger Center in the campground by 6pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025

Tennessee Rock Trail Sunset Hike
Thursday, May 29, 2025 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join a Park Ranger for an informational guided hike of our beautiful, moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail and make it to the peak just in time to enjoy a beautiful view of the sunset. Wear closed toe hiking shoes and bring water and a flashlight. Please bring $5 cash for the event fee. Meet at the Tennessee Rock Trailhead by 6:30pm. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Friday, May 30, 2025

Ask the Naturalist at the Visitor Center
Friday, May 30, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Visitor Center anytime between 1:00-2:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Creek Critters
Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come explore the creek and look for critters that live in and around it. We will also learn a bit about the critters we find and how to respect them and their habitat. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area, bring water, and wear closed-toe shoes that will stay on and can get wet. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Crafting Corner
Saturday, May 31, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come let your creative juices flow and craft to your heart's content! Craft supplies and examples will be provided. Stop by the porch of the Trading Post in the campground between 3-5pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Monday, June 2, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 2, 2025 until Jun 4, 2025 
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 3, 2025 until Jun 4, 2025 
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 4, 2025 
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Friday, June 20, 2025

Ask the Naturalist at the Trading Post
Friday, Jun 20, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Trading Post any time between 6:00-7:00pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Friday, July 4, 2025

Independence Day Lake Walk
Friday, Jul 4, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Start off your Independence Day enjoying America the Beautiful with an easy walk around the lake. You'll get your steps in before any BBQ festivities and learn about some of our native plants around the lake. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area at 10am. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Star Spangled Crafts
Friday, Jul 4, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Make some fun, patriotic crafts to celebrate Independence Day, and learn some fun facts about Bald Eagles, our national emblem. Stop by the Mellinger Center anytime between 2:00-4:00pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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