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Sidney Lanier Birthday Hike

Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 (10 AM to 11 AM)
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 (12 PM to 1 PM)

Sidney Lanier, the poet and namesake of our Lake Lanier, turns 184 this February! This hike around the lake is to learn about Sidney Lanier and his lasting impact on North Georgia. Meet at the Huckleberry Trail. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to save your spot.

Admission: $3
Parking fee required
Event Phone: 678-450-7726

Monumental Moments Event

Location
Don Carter State Park
5000 North Browning Bridge Road
Gainesville, GA United States 30506

Directions

GPS Coordinates:

N 34.3876220 | W -83.7464620
Located northeast of Gainesville, on the north side of the lake. From Clarks Bridge Road, go south on N. Browning Bridge Road. At the “Y,” take the left fork and continue for one-half mile to the park entrance.


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Don Carter State Park
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Don Carter State Park