August 2025

Our Volunteer Heroes

Friends of Panola Mountain gave the park’s pole barn a much-needed makeover. Repairs and improvements were completed thanks to the hard work and dedication of Friends volunteers, breathing new life into a well-used space. Join a Friends group and be part of the difference—volunteer today and help Georgia’s parks grow and thrive.

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Upcoming Adventures At Parks

Create and Paint Outdoors

Break out the brushes and enjoy hands-on art activities across Georgia’s State Parks. Weave something wonderful with a loom project at Hard Labor Creek, or dip into history with candle-making at Magnolia Springs. Capture golden hour on canvas with painting programs at Smithgall Woods and Don Carter, or take brushes outdoors for fresh air inspiration at Jack Hill. Add a fun twist with paint and pop at Sloppy Floyd, or enter a nature journaling art contest at Crooked River. Build a fairy house at Victoria Bryant, or paint wooden keychains at General Coffee. Crafts, canvas, or sketchbooks in hand—it’s a good time to slow down, get creative, and enjoy the season outside.

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Weekend Fun Awaits

Weekends are packed with history, nature, and fun at Georgia’s State Parks. Step back in time with the Crime and Punishment Historical Walking Tour at the Dahlonega Gold Museum, or look to the stars with a sky talk and telescope viewing at F.D. Roosevelt. Explore natural wonders with a hike at Don Carter, or bring the game face to run and play at Etowah. Hike the gorge floor at Tallulah Gorge, or count butterflies and bees during the Great Pollinator Count at Chattahoochee Bend. Enjoy live tunes with music at the park at Vogel, or end the day with a beach party at Hard Labor Creek. School may be back in session, but the fun continues every weekend at Georgia's State Parks.

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Friends News For You

Gather Together On Labor Day

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to gather at Georgia’s State Parks. Cool off with the End-of-Summer Splash at F.D. Roosevelt, step back in time during living-history games at Fort McAllister, or make red, white, and blue pinwheels at Magnolia Springs. Picnic and group shelters are perfect for sharing meals, playing games, and relaxing together in the beauty of the parks. Book today to celebrate Labor Day surrounded by Georgia’s natural wonders.

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Accessibility Expands At Parks

Accessibility at Georgia’s State Parks continues to expand with new equipment and programs. Through a partnership with the Georgia State Golf Association, select parks now offer specialized adaptive carts during monthly free clinics. Action Trackchairs are available to help visitors access trails and natural areas that may be difficult to reach with standard wheelchairs. GRIT Freedom Chairs, a cross between a wheelchair and a mountain bike, use pull levers to navigate dirt, grass, and gravel. These resources provide more ways for visitors of all abilities to experience Georgia’s State Parks.

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365 Atlanta Traveler

Discover more of Georgia with 365Atlanta Traveler, a go-to resource for finding hidden gems, local favorites, and trip ideas across the state. From weekend getaways to one-day adventures, 365Atlanta offers itineraries, tips, and inspiration to make exploring easy and exciting.

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