Panola Mountain State Conservation Park
This state park was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain near Atlanta.
18 miles SE of Atlanta on GA Hwy. 155
Stockbridge GA
Phone: 770-389-7801
Phone: 800-864-7275
Web: Visit Site
Description:
Unlike its northern neighbor, Panola Mountain still shelters rare plants and animals of the Piedmont region. Visitors may explore nature on their own, or they may join park staff for nature programs and guided hikes into the conservation area. Due to its delicate ecological features, Panola Mountain was designated a National Natural Landmark.
Features:
ACTIVITIES:
Hiking – 2 miles of self-guided nature trails and 1-mile fitness trail. Guided 3.5-mile hikes to the mountain offered Wednesday-Saturday (call for reservations).
Picnicking
Interpretive Programs
FACILITIES:
1,026 Acres
4 Picnic Shelters
Conference Room (seats 50)
Interpretive Center – closed Monday
Playground
Hiking Trails (no pets allowed)
Days/Hours/Seasons:
Park Hours:
September 15-April 14, 7AM-6PM (or dark);
April 15-September 14, 7AM-9PM (or dark).
Rates:
Rates vary for state park lodging, campsites, shelters, golf courses and other facilities. Check with the individual park’s website or by telephone to confirm current prices.
Fees:
$3 daily parking fee