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This state park was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain near Atlanta. Minimally developed, Panola Mountain shelters rare plants and animals of the Piedmont region. Visitors may explore nature on their own or they may join park staff for nature programs and guided hikes into the conservation area. Due to its delicate ecological features, Panola Mountain was designated a National Natural Landmark. Leashed pets are allowed in the day-use area, but are not allowed on trails or in buildings.
Visitors may participate in park programs or strike out solo on a three-mile trail system that includes interpretive signage. There is also a nature center. Guided weekend hikes can be arranged up to 24 hours in advance, subject to staff availability, for groups of 5 to 25.
Guided Mountain Hikes: Panola Mountain is accessible only through guided Hikes. This condition was established by the Nature Conservancy when the park land was sold to the State of Georgia in order to preserve as best as possible the near-pristine condition of the flora on and around the mountain. Mountain Hikes are 3.5 to 4 miles in length and are rated as medium-strenuous. There are three miles worth of self-guided hikes available at all times that the park is open.
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