Join the team for an enchanted evening as we hike to the mountaintop under the full moon. Meet your guide at the Nature Center 15 minutes before your program. The group will head out just before sunset and enjoy the stroll as the moon begins to rise. The event cost in $7 plus $5 parking […]

Find out why Panola Mountain is such an important ecosystem during a Ranger led hike to the top of the mountain. As you twist and turn on the trail, you will see different plants and wildlife. Please bring sturdy hiking shoes and water. The cost associated is $7 plus $5 parking fee. Register in advance by calling […]

Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. One group will start at 1PM; another group will start at 3PM. Please arrive 15 minutes before each program. The associated fee is $15 plus $5 parking. Please register in advance by calling the Nature […]

Bring your binoculars for this gentle hike through the park's Power of Flight area. Basic identification techniques and common birds will be discussed. This event is good for all ages, and it is recommend participants wear long pants and sleeves. Donations of birdseed are appreciated. Meet at the Alexander Lake Area. Please register in advance by […]

Find out why Panola Mountain is such an important ecosystem during a Ranger led hike to the top of the mountain. As you twist and turn on the trail, you will see different plants and wildlife. Please bring sturdy hiking shoes and water. The cost associated is $7 plus $5 parking fee. Register in advance by […]

Panola Mountain has been transforming an old fescue pasture into a biologically diverse native grassland for over 10 years! Help us make the area even better this year. We need volunteers to help plant hundreds of native wildflowers of various species. The regular parking fee is waived today in honor of Georgia State Parks Day […]

Join park rangers for a Rivers Alive cleanup event on Georgia State Park's Day. Participants will clean along the Panola Mountain South River corridor helping to safeguard the wildlife and ensure another year of nature's growth. Please bring work gloves, eye protection, water and good walking shoes. Lunch will be provided after the cleanup for […]

Join a park ranger on a magical tour through "wild" grassland habitats in search of fall wildflowers and butterflies. Bring a camera to record your adventure! This activity is recommended for ages 10 and up. The event cost is $5 plus $5 parking. Space is limited, so please register in advance by calling the Nature […]

Join the rangers at Panola Mountain State Park as they hike to the mountaintop under the full moon.  Bring flashlights, hiking boots and water. Please meet at the Nature Center 15 minutes before each program. Participants must register and pay in advance.  $7 plus $5 parking. Contact the Nature Center at 770-389-7801 for more information.

Join a park ranger into a "wild" grassland habitat teaming with butterflies and dragonflies. Bring a camera to record the adventure as you navigate through the different grassland features. This activity is recommended for ages 10 and up. The cost is $5 plus $5 parking fee. Space is limited, so please register in advance, by […]

Join Panola Mountain's rangers on a 3.5 mile round-trip hike of moderate difficulty around this unique conservation area. A morning hike at 9 AM and evening hike at 7:30 PM will be offered for visitor convenience. Please bring water, bug spray, and wear good hiking shoes. The cost of the hike is $7 plus $5 […]

Join a park ranger and other home schools during this fun educational programs. Rangers will be discussing different topics related to science and nature at Panola Mountain, in particular stream health and monitoring. Please bring shoes to get wet in and bug spray. The class is $3 plus $5 parking fee. Register in advance by […]