Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(770) 389-7801
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for July 3-5 weekend!
Conference Room
(as of June 30, 2009 - availability updates are posted every Tuesday)
This unusual park near Atlanta was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain and Arabia Mountain. Minimally developed, Panola Mountain shelters rare plants of the Piedmont region. Hikers may explore the park's watershed and granite outcrop on their own, or they may join park staff for guided hikes onto the restricted-access mountain. Children especially enjoy the interpretive center with animal exhibits. Due to its delicate ecological features, Panola Mountain was designated a National Natural Landmark, and pets are not allowed on most trails. Bicycles are allowed only on the paved PATH trail.
Attending an event? Due to the popularity of our scheduled programs and guided hikes, all require advance registration.
Park Hours: September 15-April 14, 7AM-6PM (or dark); April 15-September 14, 7AM-9PM (or dark).
Interpretive Center Hours: open 8:30AM-5PM daily.
FACILITIES:
- 1,319 Acres
- 4 Picnic Shelters ($65)
- Conference Room (seats 50, $150)
- Visitor Center
- Playground
- 2 Fishing Lakes
ACTIVITIES:
- Hiking
- Bicycling and Jogging -- access to 12-mile, paved Rockdale River and Arabia Mountain PATH Trail
- Birding
- Fishing -- free permit required
- Picnicking
- Interpretive Programs
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Events
Reptile Wild
Friday, Jul 3, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Friday, Jul 10, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Friday, Jul 24, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Friday, Aug 7, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Friday, Aug 14, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Friday, Aug 21, 2009 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
| Come see our snakes, turtles and lizard slither and crawl at the amphitheater outside the Nature Center. Find out what they eat, why they are important, and key strategies for identifying venomous snakes in the wild. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Friday Night Campfire
Fridays 8 PM - 9 PM until Aug 21, 2009
| Bring the family to the Nature Center amphitheater for our weekly campfire featuring songs, almost-believable wilderness tales, and storytelling. Bring marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers for s'mores. Arrive by 7:45 p.m. to learn how to start a campfire... $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Tree Top Excursions: Introduction Climb
1st Saturday of Month 1 PM - 4 PM from Jul 4, 2009 until Dec 5, 2009
| Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory climb to Canopy-Adventure-Research-Educational Technical Tree Climbing (CARE TTC). Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Starlight and Fireworks
Saturday, Jul 4, 2009 7:30 PM
| Listen to whippoorwills and owls as hundreds of fireworks shower the skyline of Atlanta. Panola Mountain is the best place for a quiet and colorful view of all of Atlanta's displays seen at once from atop the Mountain. Bring flashlights, refreshments and comfortable clothing... $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Mountain Hike
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Saturday, Jul 11, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Tuesday, Aug 4, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Saturday, Aug 8, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Tuesday, Aug 11, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Tuesday, Aug 18, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
| Find out why Panola Mountain is such an important ecosystem during a hike to the top of the mountain. As we twist and turn on the trail, we will see different plants and wildlife. This hike is for participants at least 10 years old and in good physical condition. Bring sturdy hiking shoes and water... $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Summer Fly Fishing Clinic
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Jul 28, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 4, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 18, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 25, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
| This clinic covers equipment, knot tying, casting, safety and other tricks of the trade. If time permits, participants may stay to catch the "Fish of Fish." Wear long pants and hiking shoes, and bringing snacks, water and sunscreen. Georgia fishing license and park fishing permit required... $15 or $12 with own gear. $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Frog Slog
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Jul 14, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Jul 28, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 4, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 11, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 18, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 25, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
| Investigate wetlands and streams in search of frogs and salamanders. Be prepared to get wet and bring a flashlight and headlamp, nets, seines and buckets. Meet in the Alexander Lake parking area. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Nature Games
Wednesday, Jul 8, 2009 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Wednesday, Jul 22, 2009 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Wednesday, Aug 5, 2009 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Wednesday, Aug 19, 2009 10:30 AM to 12 PM
| Send the kids over for fun games that teach about trees, animals and the predator-prey relationships between animals. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Tree ID Hike
Thursday, Jul 9, 2009 10 AM to 11:30 AM
| What good is a tree? Learn how to identify different trees around the park and find out some cool ways they help us. This hike is appropriate for ages 12 and up. Don't forget your hiking boots. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Walk On the Wild Side Twilight Hike
Thursday, Jul 9, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Jul 16, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Jul 23, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Jul 30, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Aug 6, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Aug 13, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Aug 20, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Thursday, Aug 27, 2009 7 PM to 8:30 PM
| Lace up your hiking shoes and come see the nightlife of Panola Mountain. This adventure will introduce you to the evening world of the forest and swamps. We may even have our local night-time denizen, the Barred Owl, join us. Meet at the Alexander Lake parking area. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Basic Fly Fishing Clinic
2nd Saturday of Month 10 AM - 12 PM from Jul 11, 2009 until Dec 12, 2009
| The two-hour clinic covers equipment, knot tying, casting, safety issues and other tricks of the trade. If time permits participants may stay to catch the "Fish of Fish." Instructors C. H... $15 or $12 with own gear. $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Basic Fly Tying Clinic
2nd Saturday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Jul 11, 2009 until Dec 12, 2009
 Learn the art of fly tying as instructors introduce you to tools, techniques and tricks of the trade to create realistic flies. Participants will make one fly and possibly more if time permits. Ages 10 and older. Register in advance. $25 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Beyond the Basics: Fly Tying Clinic
2nd Saturday of Month 3:30 PM - 5 PM from Jul 11, 2009 until Dec 12, 2009
| Having learned the art of basic fly tying, now we move beyond the basics. Instructors introduce you to more advanced techniques and tricks of the trade. Participants will make one or more flies such as deer hair flies, or even a hummingbirds if time permits. $35 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Junior Ranger Camp ages 9-12
Weekdays 9 AM - 1 PM from Jul 13, 2009 until Jul 17, 2009
| Send your kids over for our day camp to earn their Junior Ranger badges. In this camp we will work on Level I, Level II, or Level III badges, depending on levels previously completed by campers. Activities include hiking, fishing, canoeing, nature games, and much more... $50 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Mountain Bike Adventures
Saturday, Jul 18, 2009 9 AM
| Join the Southern Bicycle League at the Rockdale River Trail parking area for an off-road adventure. This ride will take you to scenic vistas, wetland complexes and pine savannah. Register in advance. $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Road Bike Ride
Saturday, Jul 18, 2009 9 AM
| Join us for a 23-mile ride highlighting the fabulous Arabia Mountain Path and gently traveled roads. We will gather at the Rockdale River Trail parking area near Alexander Lake. Register in advance. $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Heartsaver CPR with AED
3rd Saturday of Month 9 AM - 11:30 AM from Jul 18, 2009 until Oct 17, 2009
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009 9 AM to 11:30 AM
Saturday, Dec 5, 2009 9 AM to 11:30 AM
| Program is good for daycare workers, churches, preschools, aquatic/amusement parks and other places that require certification. This course covers adult, child and infant procedures. Contact Pepper Bagby at Urcertifiable@hotmail.com. $50 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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Saturday Mountain Hike
3rd Saturday of Month 10 AM - 1:30 PM from Jul 18, 2009 until Dec 19, 2009
| These ranger-led hikes depart from the nature center and are for participants in good physical condition. This program must have at least five hikers or it will be cancelled. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Heartsaver First Aid Program
Saturday, Jul 18, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
Saturday, Sep 19, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
| Combined content of the American Heart Association's Heartsaver Adult CPR, AED, barrier devices, intervention for choking and the signs of heart attack, stroke, cardiac arrest and foreign body airway obstruction... $75 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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Edible Plants Hike
Thursday, Jul 23, 2009 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Thursday, Aug 20, 2009 10 AM to 11:30 AM
| What would you eat if you were lost in the wilderness for several days? No, not that plant- it's poisonous! Come out to the park to find out which plants are edible and which ones will make you sick. This hike is appropriate for participants over the age of 12. Don't forget your hiking boots... $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Wilderness Survival Tournament
Saturday, Jul 25, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
Saturday, Aug 22, 2009 10 AM to 1 PM
| Show off your wilderness survival skills with some friendly competition that includes starting a fire, basic navigation, and survival shelter building. We will also go over basic skills for surviving in the wilderness. Meet at the Alexander Lakes parking lot. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Junior Ranger Camp ages 6-8
Weekdays 9 AM - 1 PM from Jul 27, 2009 until Jul 31, 2009
| Send the kids over to our day camp to earn a Junior Ranger badge. At this session we will work toward earning a Level I Junior Ranger badge with fun activities like hiking, fishing, nature games, and much more! We will meet at the Nature Center each morning... $50 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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BLS for Healthcare Providers Course
4th Monday of Month 6 PM - 9:30 PM from Jul 27, 2009 until Aug 24, 2009
Monday, Sep 21, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
Monday, Oct 26, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
| The BLS for Healthcare Providers Course is designed to train you in the lifesaving skills of both CPR and relief of choking. Pre-registration required. Contact Pepper Bagby. Contact email address: Urcertifiable@hotmail.com. $65 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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ECG & Pharmacology Course
Thursday, Jul 30, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
Thursday, Aug 27, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
Thursday, Sep 24, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
Thursday, Oct 29, 2009 6 PM to 9:30 PM
| The American Heart Association's adult ECG & Pharmacology Course is a new program focused on specific ECG recognition skills and drug treatment knowledge. Great pre-course for ACLS. Pre-registration required. Contact Pepper Bagby. Contact email address: Urcertifiable@hotmail.com. $95 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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ACLS Provider Course
Saturday, Aug 1, 2009 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Saturday, Aug 29, 2009 9 AM to 5 PM
Saturday, Sep 26, 2009 9 AM to 5 PM
Saturday, Oct 31, 2009 9 AM to 5 PM
| The ACLS Provider Course is designed to teach you the lifesaving skills required to be both a team member and a team leader in either an in-hospital or out-of-hospital setting. Pre-registration required. Contact Pepper Bagby. Contact email address: Urcertifiable@hotmail.com. $150 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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Animal Tracking Introduction Hike
Thursday, Aug 6, 2009 10 AM to 11:30 AM
| Meet at the parking lot by Alexander Lakes for an introduction to animal tracking. We'll learn basic skills and strategies and then set out to find some tracks. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Pediatric Heartsaver First Aid Program
Saturday, Aug 15, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
Saturday, Oct 17, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
Saturday, Dec 5, 2009 12 PM to 6 PM
| Combined content including CPR, AED & First Aid designed specifically for daycare and nursery settings.Contact Pepper Bagby to register. FContact email address: Urcertifiable@hotmail.com. $75 plus $5 parking. 678-758-6032. |
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Fall Fling Youth Camp
Weekdays 9 AM - 12 PM from Sep 14, 2009 until Sep 18, 2009
| Culture, arts, culinary skills and fitness will be found at this day camp for children and adults. The Children's Wellness Network teams up with Georgia State Parks to present hiking, canoeing, organic gardening, yoga and more. www.fitfunfamilies.homestead.com $80, and a $25 registration . $5 parking. 404-272-7418. |
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Wood Carving 101
Saturday, Oct 24, 2009 2 PM to 5 PM
| During this introductory course, learn how to carve wood by hand, shaping it into art. The course will cover types of wood, carving tools and equipment, and hands-on instruction. Participants will carve in-the-round and relief. A 1 1/2 hour workshop will be offered after the clinic... $45 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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Winter Bird Hike
Saturday, Dec 5, 2009 9 AM to 12 PM
| Join one of Panola Mountain's birders on this winter tour and search for a variety of hawks, sparrows and other winter migrant and resident birds. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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