This unusual park near Atlanta was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain and Arabia Mountain. Minimally developed, Panola Mountain shelters rare plants of the Piedmont region. Hikers may explore the park's watershed and granite outcrop on their own, or they may join park staff for guided hikes onto the restricted-access mountain. Children especially enjoy the interpretive center with animal exhibits. Due to its delicate ecological features, Panola Mountain was designated a National Natural Landmark, and pets and bicycles are not allowed on trails.

Address

2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW

Stockbridge, GA 30281

Directions

I-75 to Exit 228. Turn East onto Hwy 138. Turn left onto Pinehurst Drive. Turn right onto Old Conyers Road. Take a slight left onto Swan Lake Road. Turn right onto Fairview Road. Turn left onto GA 155. The Park will be on the right.

Phone

(770) 389-7801

(800) 864-7275

Website

gastateparks.org/info/panolamt/

Hours of Operation

Park Hours: September 15-April 14, 7AM-6PM (or dark); April 15-September 14, 7AM-9PM (or dark).

Interpretive Center Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9AM-5PM; Saturday-Sunday, Noon-5PM; Closed Monday except holidays.