Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Phone: (770) 498-5690
- Hours:
- Daily 6am-12am, most attractions open at 10am
Editorial Review for Stone Mountain Park – by Steve Merrill
Overview
The world's largest hunk of exposed granite features a giant relief sculpture of Confederate leaders. A Civil War museum, two hotels and a huge recreational spread draw scores of visitors. The restored antebellum plantation, scenic railroad and paddlewheel boat are popular. There's also a Great Barn, which mixes physical activities such as rope-net climbing with an interactive fruit-harvesting game. Crossroads, a re-creation of a small Southern town in the 1870s, opened in 2002. The attraction covers six acres and includes demonstration crafts, street entertainment and a 4-D film, "Tall Tales of the South."
The Appeal
The 3,200 acres offer the city's best singular recreational opportunity: 10 miles of hiking trails, 15 miles of biking-jogging paths, golf, tennis, fishing and water slides. A 1.3-mile trail takes visitors to the top of the mountain. A gondola also whisks visitors past the sculpture and to the top.
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Insider Tips
When to GoHike to the top just before sunset for one of the city's best views. Follow the yellow line for the easiest route.
Where to SitPicnic at the Covered Bridge just east of the mountain; this quaint spot is perfect for dinner under the stars.
Know Before You GoEnjoy dogwoods, magnolias and pines on the nature trail. Enter through the West Gate.
The ExtrasTry Miss Katie's Sideboard Restaurant for Southern fried chicken and peach cobbler.
User Reviews for Stone Mountain Park
03/09/2008 Posted by kappa32
The park has great accomodations for would be grillers. It is very spacious and provides a great workout for someone looking to get in shape. The attractions are pretty good for the kids. The laser light show is one the best. It will leave you wanting more. It is a great place for fireworks on the 4th of July and offers a wonderful and professional safe show. The parking is a bit expensive for what is offered but overall you can have a great time with friends or family. The view is breath taking. You must experience it for yourself.
Pros: The laser light show
Cons: Parking prices
03/09/2008 Posted by fouch
I hadn't been to Stone Mountain since elementary school, and trust me that was a while ago, until recently that is. Stone Mountain is full of things to do. I have spent many a day there recently. I have seen music concerts, blacksmith working, glass blowing, and more. The train ride around the park is peaceful and gives your legs a rest before or after your hike up the mountain. The walk up is nice. It can be a challenge but it is worth it when you get to the top, what a view. Time is well spent in the park for a picnic or enjoying the laser show. The parking pass is good for all day so you can come in hang out and come back later for the show. You can't beat that.
Pros: Plenty of things to do, great family fun
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