| Carl Miller Park | Open Daily
April - Oct. Hours 8am-9pm: Nov. - March. Hours 8am-7pm |
This playground has recently been renovated with state of the art equipment. There are picnic tables, pavilions for groups, a Kids' Castle Playground, and Walking and jogging paths.
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Newnan Utilities Carl Miller Park / 74 Sewell Rd, (off Hwy 29 South), Newnan, GA / [map link] |
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| Centennial Olympic Park Family Fun Days | 4th Sat. of month / April - Sept.
Noon - 4pm |
Enjoy an afternoon of FREE, themed family fun once a month from spring to fall at Centennial Olympic Park's Fourth Saturday Family Fun Day! The event is full of interactive, entertaining and educational activities for children and each Saturday features a different theme.
2008 Season: 6/28 - Great Outdoors, 7/26 - It's About Sports, 8/23 - Games & Gadgets, 9/27 - Our Many Cultures
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Centennial Olympic Park / 265 Park Ave West N.W., Atlanta, GA 30313 / 404-222-7275 / http://www.centennialpark.com / [map link] |
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| Cochran Mill Nature Center | Open Monday - Saturday
9 am - 3 pm |
Cochran Mill Nature Center is located in Palmetto, Georgia. The center's log structure houses wildlife for viewing and education. See wild birds, snakes, turtles, lizards, frogs and bugs. Other activities include hiking on the 50 heavily wooded beautiful acres, participating in an environmental education programs, camps, field trips, birthday parties. Fun for the whole family! Admission Fees: Adults-$2.00 visit, Children-$1.00 visit, Members - FREE
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Cochran Mill Nature Center / 6300 Cochran Mill Road, Palmetto, GA 30268 / 770-306-0914 / http://www.cochranmillnaturecenter.org / [map link] |
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| DixieLand Fun Park |
Open Sat. 11am-10pm / Sun. 1pm-9pm |
DixieLand Fun Park is the largest family fun center in South Atlanta with both indoor and outdoor fun. Featuring rides and attractions for guests of all ages, including Drop Zone, Scrambler, Playmaze, Antique Car Track, Large Arcade, Bumper Cars & Bumper Boats, Zip Line and more.
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DixieLand Fun Park / 1675 Hwy 85 N., Fayetteville, GA 30214 / 770.460.5862 / www.dixielandfunpark.com / [map link] |
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| Kedron Pool Open Swim Times for Summer | Open Daily
12:30pm - 9pm |
Kedron Fieldhouse & Aquatic Center in Peachtree City has two pools (Large Pool & Small Pool). The pool is generally open on weekdays from 12:30pm -9pm for open swim. On weekends, the hours are 1pm - 7pm. Please call the pool at 770-631-2525 before you go to make sure the pool will be open. There are times where lessons and team practices are being held and the pool is closed to guests.
Per visit costs are: Children ages 0-2 are free, 3-11 cost $2, 12-64 cost $3, and 65 + cost $2. Annual pool passes are also available. Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center, 202 Kedron Drive, Peachtree City, GA 30269
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Peachtree City Parks & Recreation Department / 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City, GA 30269 / 770-631-2542 / www.peachtree-city.org / [map link] |
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| Linda's Riding School | Saturdays
10am-1pm |
Saturday Horseback Riding Trail Rides for children and adults. You will also learn the arts of Bridling, Saddling and Grooming. Cost: $50 per lesson per person, but decreases to $45 with the addition of family members or by paying monthly. Held year-round, rain or shine (covered arena)
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Linda's Riding School / 3475 Daniels Bridge Road, Conyers, GA 30094 / (770) 922-0184 / www.lindasridingschool.com / [map link] |
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| Noah's Ark | Free Admission
Open Tues-Sat. Noon-3pm |
Noah's Ark is an outdoor facility that provides wildlife rehabilitation services. Enjoy a self-guided tour as you see exotic animals in as natural a habitat as possible. Admission is free, however donations are accepted. The Animal Habitat is open throughout the year, except on major holidays. Please call before visiting, they occasionally close due to weather. Call (770) 957-0888 for further information on group tours or field trips.
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Noah's Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center / 712 LG- Griffin Road, Locust Grove, GA 30248-4317 / (770) 957-0888 / www.noahs-ark.org / [map link] |
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| Panola Mountain State Park |
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This State Park was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain and Arabia Mountain. Hikers can explore on their own or enjoy a ranger guided tour. Children especially enjoy the interpretive center with animal exhibits. Pets are not allowed on most trails. Bicycles are allowed only on the paved PATH trail. Teachers & Scout troops can find group information at http://www.gastateparks.org
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Panola Mountain State Park / 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281 / 770-389-7801 / http://www.gastateparks.org/info/panolamt/# / [map link] |
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| Park Pass Loan Program | Ongoing
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Here's a great tip for FREE family Fun! If you are planning to visit a Georgia State Park or an Historic Site in Georgia, you can borrow a "ParkPass" from your local library. The pass is good for free parking or admission at any of the 63 parks and historic sites statewide for up to five days. You must be a Georgia resident with a valid library card to obtain the ParkPass. Supplies are limited so plan early and check with your library for availability.
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| Peachtree City Satellite Pools | Open Daily
May 24th - August 10th |
Peachtree City Parks & Rec. Department has 3 satellite pools available for public swimming.
Glenloch Pool - 601 Stevens Entry, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Pebblepocket Park - Willow Rd./Pebblestump Pt., Peachtree City, GA 30269
Clover Reach Park - 160 Sweetgum Rd., Peachtree City, GA 30269
Per visit costs are: Children ages 0-2 are free, 3-11 cost $2, 12-64 cost $3, and 65 + cost $2. Annual pool passes are also available.
Pool hours for Glenloch & Pebblepocket: Mon-Fri 1pm-7pm; Sat. 11am-7pm; Sun 1pm-6pm. Clover Reach: Mon-Fri 2:30pm-6:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 1pm-6pm.
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Peachtree City Parks & Recreation Department / 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City, GA 30269 / 770-631-2542 / www.peachtree-city.org / [map link] |
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| Picnic Park & All Children's Playground | Open Daily
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All Children's Playground is located at 151 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269. The park features an excellent play structure with a cushy rubber surface. Kids will also enjoy a view of Lake Peachtree where they will often see birds, turtles and other wildlife. Bathrooms have recently been added to the park making it a great place to go even for the wee ones who are potty training.
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Peachtree City Parks & Recreation Department / 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City, GA 30269 / 770-631-2542 / www.peachtree-city.org / [map link] |
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| Snake Day Festival | August 23rd
10am-4pm |
Join Cochran Mills Nature Center in Fairburn, GA on August 23rd for the annual Snake Day Festival. See native and non-native reptiles and amphibians and learn why they are so important to our ecosystem. Experts are always on hand to answer your questions. You will get a chance to touch some of the animals like this 11ft. Albino Burmese Python named “Marigold”.
Admission is $4.00 for members and $5.00 for non-members. Kids under 2 are free.
There will also be guided canoeing, arts & crafts & food for sale. Reptile experts will be presenting educational talks throughout the day. Note: Local country artist Jason Coley will be performing from 1:00-4:00.
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Cochran Mill Nature Center / 6300 Cochran Mill Road, Palmetto, GA 30268 / 770-306-0914 / http://www.cochranmillnaturecenter.org / [map link] |
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| Thursday Thunder | Every Thursday Night June 5 - Aug. 7
Gates open at 6pm |
Thursday Thunder Racing Series - June 5 - August 7 (Thursday Night) is a family oriented fun evening in a kid friendly environment which includes autograph sessions, rock climbing wall, clowns, face painters, carnival games and more. Nightly special events include church leaders racing in the Faster Pastor, Trivia Games, Backwards Race, Mascot Race, Trailer Race and more. Tickets are just $5 for adults and $1 for children 6-12 (children under 6 are free).
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Atlanta Motor Speedway / U.S Hwy 19 & 41, Hampton, GA / 770-946-4211 / www.atlantamotorspeedway.com / [map link] |
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| Tree Climbing - Lake Horton | 2nd Sunday of the month
2pm-5pm |
Learn to climb trees with harnesses and other gear. Participants young or old can climb for fun, learn to tree surf, or for a good challenge. Register on site the first day of class.
Cost: $12 per person / Age: 7 & older / Location: Lake Horton / Groups can call Abe Winters @ 770 - 487 – 6929 to set up special group climbs on additional days.
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Fayette County Parks & Recreation Department / 980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville, GA 30215 / 770.716.4320 / http://www.fayettecountyga.gov/parks_and_recreation / [map link] |
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| Tree Top Excursions: Open Climb | 1st Saturday Each Month
1pm-4pm |
This is an "on rope" adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory climb to Canopy-Adventure-Research-Educational Technical Tree Climbing (CARE TTC). Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. The climb is near Lake Alexander. $10 plus $3 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Panola Mountain State Park / 2600 Ga. Hwy 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281 / 770-389-7801 / [map link] |
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| Wendell Coffee Miniature Golf Course |
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One acre Miniature Golf Course (all natural grass) resembles an actual golf course with tees, fairways, greens and sand traps. Cost: 9 holes - Adult $5, Kids 12 & under $4 / 18 holes - Adult $8, Kids 12 & under $6
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The Wendell Coffee Golf & Event Center / 1963 Hwy 74 N, Tyrone, GA 30290 / 770-969-4201 / www.coffeegolfcenter.com / [map link] |
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