Stone Mountain Park

12/20/11

Wonderful family trip

by thatmarathonmom

There is Crossroads - very fun (sky hike! great barn!) for children but more pricey, though we got our money worth out of our Mountain Membership. It can also be crowded at some times, especially festivals. Weekdays will be easier to navigate.

There is a lot of free stuff beyond that. There is a playground (contrary to a previous review from someone who apparently couldn't read the free map they give you..), a museum, of course- the LASER SHOW, the walk up trail to the amazing views at the top of the Mountain, the grist mill and covered bridge, running/bicycling paths, nature paths... Well suffice it to say, there is a multitude of things to do. Of course, it is nature. Go to any park and if you don't like nature, you'll be paying more for touristy things.

The area has a rich history. (Only the uneducated and ignorant would think the racist history is the extent of it - it was there, as in most of the South, actually most of the country, but it is far from the complete story.)

There is much about geology to learn.

This is also the largest exposed body of granite in the world. (To the previous reviewer - I have a tree in my back yard. That doesn't mean the Taigan Forest is irrelevent.) There is a lot more to it then that, too.

Going informed might improve your experience, but for anyone, it is a fun time.

I have been going since I was a child, and now take my own child. I teach her and play with her - we have picnics, we hike, etc. We spent yesterday at Snow Mountain, which is a rare chance for her to see snow in Georgia!

I trained for many races on the multiuse pathways. (and ran some races here that the ATC puts on!)

This is a true jewel in Georgia. If someone can only visit one attraction in GA, this is it.

09/25/11

Let's be real, it aint all that.

by ovrcomimpossible

My experiences of the park is land....lots of land with a bunch of over-priced mediocre activites. You already pay $10.00 just to get in (1 car). Then you pull out your wallet to pay for over-priced foods, activites, and expensive souvenier gifts. Or you can watch them make glass (LAAAAMMMMEEE!!!) I figured since the park was so big, they would at least have FREE swingsets and slides for the kids....YEAH RIGHT!!...Nothing is free in this park, unless, I guess maybe walking around and getting burnt up by the sun. Some sections of the park aren't even opened up...and have to be reserved...After observing it's clear that money is the most important thing here...4.00 for one small soda?!! No slides or nothing for the kids to play with for free...the only thing you can do for free, that is once you've payed 10 to get in...is sit around on some shade, that hopefully you will find...And that seems to be what everyone else does so...hey...(shrugs)..Oh the Granite??....Big WHOOPING Deal... I have granite in my back yard....smh...people are idiots!! Wasn't Stone Mountain just 40 years ago entirely racist, with some of the largest slave plantations in the south?...so what history are they teaching here?

01/25/09

See A Big Piece Of Ganite

by gregtreadway

Where else can you see the world's largest hunk of exposed granite? You can't, because Atlanta has it right in their backyard. The face of the rock has a giant relief sculpture of Confederate leaders which is just cool. Of course a lot of us have never been to Mount Rushmore which is the only place to see a large sculpture like this. Stone mountain is also home to museums, hotels, and more outside recreation that you can shake a stick at. Make sure you take a ride on the railroad that goes around the entire piece of granite. Other highlights you don't want to miss is the nightly laser show that happens as darkness takes the park. And, check out the car museum if you're a car nut like me. Get ready to spend the day at the park unless you just stop in for the laser show at night - perfect for a date.

06/11/08

Fun, educational park for under $25

by southernyankee28

Great park. Lots of scenery. Fantastic city views. Good for company outings, picnics, and events. Family atmosphere. Lots for kids to do. Fun learning experience. Historical. Sky lift ride to top of mountain. Trails available to walk from the bottom to the top of the mountain. Mountain top is fenced so you can go to the edge and look over without being afraid of falling. Marta bus accessible. Great for hiking and those who like to walk. Affordable.

• Pros: Great affordable park for all ages

06/11/08

Perfect place for the whole family no matter what age

by LadyVH7

Lots of activities to do, from the beach to climbing the mountain, riding the train around the mountain, taking photos in western clothing, picnic grounds, camping grounds, hotels for those afraid of the outside, and the best of all the Laser show on the mountain with great music

• Pros: Activities for the whole family
• Cons: Heavy traffic on holiday's