This is a really really nice park. Great for views and fresh air. I do share some of the same…read moresentiments as in previous reviews, besides the customer service. Bill and Kade were kind to me and my guests and provided good customer service. However, after all of the excitement and determination to make the weekend great for The Husband's 50th, I don't think I will return. It was a very difficult balance to celebrate in such a quiet calm place. We were asked not to play loud vulgar music, but the aux was passed and there it goes. Bill wasn't rude but...I don't know. The issue was resolved and we still ended up having a great time. In hindsight I am feeling the cost for the rental of the pavilion was a bit expensive with no contracts and such...I don't know, but because I had such a great time it's a shrug ‍ I still liked it better than renting a section in the club. The pavilion is really nice and huge with several fire pits conveniently placed to enjoy your stay. They sold me a stack for the pits for $20. We had a trailer pulled to the camp site for $45 a night. Make sure you confirm the size and amps needed. It was almost an issue. I'm a novice at camping. The paddle boats could use an update/upgrade. I would recommend you go here if you want to camp not party we had our friend pull a truck in for some good BBQ all of his cuisines ate great though! The camper was rented through Better Travels LLC, Rhett or go to outdoorsy.com. Rhett was amazing!!! He was professional and safe . He and his driver worked out complications with the sight to place the camper due to miscommunication. Thanks Rhett!!!!

Haven't been here but I've seen the area. It looks nice but I've heard so many complaints about the…read moreowners I wouldn't want to visit. Way too many nice lakes in ga to fish and Camp than to deal with hawks looking over your every move. Not to mention $60 a night to camp is a complete JOKE!!

My friends and I enjoyed a day kayaking on lake Alexander at Panola State Park. Ranger Veronica…read morewalked us through all the safety gear and how to paddle a kayak. Parking was $10 and paid easily via a QR code. We enjoyed another great adult program at Panola's

Map was a smidge confusing and marking is lacking in some areas. We visited the visitor center…read morewhich had animals on display, educational materials, and fun souvenirs! The restrooms by the playground were clean and spacious! The playground was large and fun and offered minimal shade. We drove out and around to the water front to hike the loop trail which was such a joy. We saw so many lovely animals and ran into some lovely locals who shared stories of animal run ins while at the park. The barn you walk through could use some love it was a little spooky haha overall we would come back in a heart beat! It's a beautiful natural oasis!

I live just a few miles from this park. I have used the walking trail which is there, for probably…read more20 years. I used to walk our dogs there pretty often. The park area isn't huge. There's probably as much parking lot area there, as there is park. There are wooden camping shelters there. Some people trailer horses to ride there. There are better parks in the area. On of my favorites is Panola Mountain state park. It's only about a 20minute drive away, and it's a lot bigger, and more interesting. There's a huge park area, and there are miles of natural trails in the woods there. It does cost 5.00 to park, but it's worth it. Alexander lake park is not far away. It's worth checking out, and so is Arabia mountain park, lots of hiking area there, including a huge granite formation like Stone Mountain, only not as high.

I park here to gain access to the rockdale river trail…read more The rockdale river trail is simply perfect for road bikes. It's miles and miles of concrete roads. There are a few places along the trail that lead to dirt roads, if you want to go off the paved road. But otherwise, it's miles and miles of nature and beauty. This trail has all that rustic and deep forests feel to it. After a few miles it might even bring out your inner poet and have you start reciting Robert Frost, "two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both..." In case you might like the forest too much and wish to become a hermit, there are good hills thrown into the trail for good measure. It's a nice balance of even road to let you enjoy the ride, then it changes with hills interval for a good cardiovascular workout. The view is lovely. There's a lake at panola state park, river along the way, farms and even a monastery. I saw people fishing at the lake. I spied wild life such as: Ducks Deer Rabbit There are signs for bike & kayak rental at Panola State Park.

Not great. The grass was overgrown, and the park has a bad smell. I also saw a few aggressive dogs,…read moreand the staff doesn't seem to watch things closely. I tried to let my dog off-leash, but I didn't feel safe with so many uncontrolled dogs around. It's unfortunate since the location is good, but I won't be back.

I love coming here to walk my dog and enjoy the dog park. It's really peaceful! Great for a family…read morepicnic or even a solo picnic. I feel safe parking my vehicle and it's really great that they keep the park really clean and you don't have to worry about random trash. I appreciate it because I lived in an area before where I had to always walk my dog around trash.

My friends and I met up at 8:00 am on Sunday for the weekly walk with a naturalist. We went on a 4…read moremile hike with 3 rangers. Each ranger was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and answered all our questions. One ranger was so knowledgeable about the flora and fauna in and around the mountain. One ranger was a bird expert and shared their binoculars with us and showed us how to use a bird call app to figure out how to identify all the fowl we saw. The other ranger told us lots of stories of the history of the park. It was a great experience and I highly recommend you try it.

2nd time at this park in over 10yrs. Out running errands and this park is within minutes of my…read moredestination. There's parking less than a half mile of the main entrance the only thing about that is you have to get there early . Parking lot holds maybe 25 vehicles. When I pulled in there were 6 cars. I entered the trail on the south entrance. I saw no one ! I was looking around and behind me to make sure it was okay as I was alone. I finally came up behind 2 guys that were walking up ahead. I had been out there maybe 20 min. Saw a large Buck (deer) tried to get a pic but he ran when I pulled out the phone . The trails are completely paved with several wooden bridges along the way. Off pavement trails throughout the park. I did not venture off bc again I was alone and I'm not really familiar with the park. Great park to get you in top tier shape. Winding curves and elevation along the trail. Plenty of shade as the trees hover over . It reminds you of Stone Mountain Park just not as large. Idea weather 80 degrees low humidity. Managed to get in 4 miles. I most definitely will be back .

The peace and serenity were shattered by derelicts blasting their boomboxes while getting baked in…read moretheir junkers. Still, I tried to keep an open mind and explore, but my Spidey sense kept telling me that something was amiss. The boardwalks over the lake were in great shape, and the area was generally clean, but the bathrooms were all boarded up. In the second lake pavilion farther from the parking lot, I chanced upon a gutted purse. Some of its contents were scattered about; most of it was gone. Suddenly, the red lights of "danger" flashed in my head, and I knew I had to get out. I would have liked to have explored more, but I was afraid to leave my car unattended any longer. If you still want to risk exploring, then hide your valuables, lock your doors, and watch your back! The natural setting is gorgeous but also ghetto! You have been forewarned!

Heavy gunfire. Scary. Not feeling like this location is a safe place to be. There is no way I would…read morerecommend going to this park. It seems more like a firing range.

My friends and I decided to meetup for a winter hike at Arabia Mountain. We arrived early in the…read moremorning to secure parking and use the restroom before our hike. The trail was nicely maintained and the views from the top of the mountain were spectacular.

I thoroughly enjoyed my hike with Christian Girls Hike presented by Dream Bodies by Dez. My…read morefavorite part about these hikes are finding out about all these neat trails around Atlanta that I didn't know existed. I can't wait to come back here.

Covered bridges are wonderful examples of craftsmanship, but they should also be appreciated as…read moreengineered structures. The general objective of a covered bridge design is to provide a cost-effective, functional, safe, and durable crossing. Although I think there are exceptions and this one basically goes nowhere being it was repurposed and preserved for all of us to enjoy it's not really being used as it was originally intended it is a beautiful structure and if you've never driven across one of these magnificent structures here's your opportunity. I've visited a number of these historic and nostalgic bridges over time, and it's always a thrill when they still allow traffic to pass. This one lane wonder requires one too pay close attention since you are required to straddle the center of the bridge with your wheels along a path of rough cut lumber. If you really want to connect with this structure you must walk across it using the original designated pedestrian side of the bridge, you can feel the strength of the design and appreciate the workmanship of those that created this beautiful piece of art...

Beautiful covered bridge in Stone Mountain Park. When you cross the bridge you are in an area with…read morelots of picnic tables and walking trails along the river. Very peaceful, absolutely gorgeous views of the lake.