Panola MountainState Park - Georgia |
Panola Mountain is a 100-acre (40 ha) granite monadnock near Stockbridge on the boundary between Henry County and Rockdale County, Georgia. The peak is 946 feet (288 m) above sea level, rising 260 feet (79 m) above the South River. The South River marks the boundary between Henry, Rockdale, and DeKalb counties.
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Trail Map of Panola Mountain State Park (SP) in Georgia. Published by Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites.
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Trail map for Panola Mountain State Park (SP) in Georgia. Published by Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites.
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Panola Mountain SP
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Panola Mountain is a 100-acre (40 ha) granite monadnock near Stockbridge on the boundary between Henry County and Rockdale County, Georgia. The peak is 946 feet (288 m) above sea level, rising 260 feet (79 m) above the South River. The South River marks the boundary between Henry, Rockdale, and DeKalb counties.
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2620 Hwy. 155, SW • Stockbridge, GA 30281 • Park: 770-389-7801 • Reservations: 800-864-7275 • Emergency: 911 • GaStateParks.org
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Archery: 3D Targets
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Nature Classroom
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Pavillion
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Panola consists of two separate properties: Panola Mountain property and Vaughters Farm
located 7 miles away. Most of the park is covered in natural habitats with several core areas
where facilities are clustered. Some areas are open the public and some areas have limited or
permitted access. Areas open the public include: (1) Main Entrance, (2) Lakeside Area, (3)
Power-of-Flight Area and (4) Vaughters Farm. Areas with limited or permitted access include:
(1) Ranger-led Area, (2) Archery Area, and (3) Bouldering Area.
Tree-Climbing
Trail System
Tree top excursions are all about having fun, safely, while exploring the natural environment
and learning about ourselves in the process. With a little help from safety ropes (and staff),
you can climb into the canopy of a 100’ Southern Red Oak tree. We have different types
of climbs, including: ‘Introduction Climbs,’ ‘Group Event Climbs,’ ‘Wild Climbs’ and even
overnight camping in the trees! We also offer treetop canopy assistance to those with special
needs (please make arrangements in advance).
Inset Map: Vaughters Farm Parcel
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Panola Mountain
Main Entrance
Archery Trail
Easy - Natural surface - About 0.75 miles
Explore the 3D archery range on this short trail, where you will be able to view and shoot at
the various foam targets shaped like turkeys, deer, and dinosaurs. The static range is also on
this trail, and please be cautious of people shooting when in this area.
Campground Trail
Easy - Natural surface - About 0.25 miles
Made up of the original land acquired by the state of Georgia in 1974, this side of the park
is accessible at the Highway 155 entrance. Here, you will find the nature center, event
room, gift shop, hiking trails, picnic shelters and playground. This heavily-wooded area serves
to protect the ecology of the mountain and to provide educational opportunities for our
visitors. Stop by for a solitary nature hike, or bring the whole family out to play and picnic!
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This trail head is located on the PATH trail, just a short distance west of Alexander Lakes. The
dirt-road like trail will carry you through early-successional habitats before turning north
toward Scout Lake and the campground itself.
P.A.T.H. Trail
Lakeside Area
Easy - Paved - About 7 miles on Panola (proper), but 30+ miles, total
Enjoy a hike, bike, paddle or picnic with your family. Take in beautiful views on the paved
PATH trail that circles the 45-acre Alexander Lake, connecting to the greater 35-mile trail
system that goes through the park. Kayaks and john boats are allowed on the lake. The
Alexander Lake Pavilion is available for rent and fits
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Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15
Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 11, 13
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Group Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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2600 Hwy. 155 SW
Stockbridge, GA 30281
770-389-7286
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