Summary

• Stone Mountain Park is a popular family-friendly attraction in Georgia, with plenty of outdoor activities and attractions for all ages.
• The park offers various accommodation options, including a campground, a lakeside resort, and a classic Southern Inn.
• Visitors should plan their visit around the park's annual events, such as the Yellow Daisy Festival, Pumpkin Festival, Stone Mountain Highland Games, Native American Festival, and Stone Mountain Christmas.

Looking for something outdoors to do while in Atlanta, Georgia? Consider visiting Stone Mountain Park. It is a quartz monzonite dome monadnock and is the most popular place in the state of Georgia. Stone Mountain Park is designed to be a great place to bring the whole family - it is full of family-friendly attractions.

Stone Mountain Park is only 16 miles east of Atlanta, and so it is easy to reach on an excursion. Another great excursion from Atlanta is the small town of Senoia - one of the most beautiful sports in Georgia, famous for its old Southern charming historic buildings and for being a filming location for The Walking Dead. Just expect Senoia to be infinitely sleeper.

Georgia is also full of overlooked towns that deserve to be visited.

UPDATE: 2023/08/08 14:56 EST BY LUANA FERREIRA

More To Witness In Stone Mountain: Georgia's Beloved State Park

Before heading to Stone Mountain Park, travelers should plan to make the most of their trip. Therefore, this article has been updated with the most annual events in the area. Have fun, and be safe!

Stone Mountain - Georgia's Popular Family-Friendly Attraction

While the park is owned by the state of Georgia, it is managed by Herschend Family Entertainment - the entertainment company with many of the attractions in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Branson, Missouri, like Silver Dollar City and Dollywood. If one does visit Pigeon Forge or Branson, be sure to book a dinner at Dolly's Stampede - it will be a dinner like none other.

Visitors can reach the summit of the mountain by a walk-up trail on the mountain's west side. Alternatively, take the easy route and ride the Skyride aerial tram.

• Size: 3,200 Acres
• World's Largest: Piece Of Exposed Granite (Stone Mountain)

The park is made to be family-friendly. It has plenty of family-friendly attractions, outdoor activities, and plenty of on-site lodging options.

• Stone Mountain Attractions: Summit Skyride, Geyser Towers, SkyHike® Scenic Railroad, 4-D Theater, Ride The Ducks, The Great Barn, Great Locomotive Chase Adventure Golf, Antebellum Plantation & Farmyard, and Discovering Stone Mountain Museum at Memorial Hall

Come in the summer, and the park is in full swing. See the nightly Lasershow Spectacular.

Accommodation & Lodging In Stone Mountain Park

The park has camping, resort, and classic inn accommodation options.

The Campground:

For those coming with families who need to keep the costs down or who would just like to spend more time outside, stay at their campground. The campground has RV, Pop-up, and Tent sites, plus Yurt rentals, Safari Tents, RV Rentals, and more.

• Number of Sites: 400
• Price: From $28 For Primitive Tent Sites

Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort:

Enjoy the luxurious accommodations of the Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort with its spacious suites and indoor and outdoor heated pools. The resort is surrounded by expansive lake views with two professional golf courses.

• Price Range: $183-249

The Inn at Stone Mountain Park:

Another option is to feel the charm and history of the South by staying at the classic Southern Inn. It boasts oversized guest rooms, spacious verandas, an outdoor courtyard swimming pool, and buffet-style southern cooking.

• Price: From $144

Planning A Visit To Stone Mountain Park

There are a number of admission tickets and passes to choose from; there are some main ones (prices do not include tax).

General Attractions Pass:

• Includes: Access to Scenic Railroad, Dinosaur Explore, Historic Square, Mini Golf, seasonal live entertainment, and more
• Price: Adult $34.95 (Ages 12+)

Attractions Pass + Meal Deal:

• Includes: Scenic Railroad, Dinosaur Explore, Historic Square, Mini Golf, seasonal live entertainment, Plus a meal and a drink
• Price: $39.95 (Ages 3+)

Visitors also really need to stay for the evening and watch the impressive Lasershow. The show is free for Mountain Members (with a reservation).

Price:

Normal Price: $5.00 Per Person

• Holiday Price: $10.00 Per Person

It is better to purchase the Lasershow Spectacular tickets online as walk-up tickets are only sold on availability. They can also be an add-on to an Attractions Pass.

The Largest Bas-Relief Artwork In The World

Visitors should understand that Stone Mountain has been made as a monument to the Confederacy.

Stone Mountain Park is famous for its massive rock relief on its north face - it is the largest bas-relief artwork in the world. It has been cut 42 feet deep in the mountain, measuring 90 feet high and 190 wide. It sits 400 feet above the ground.

The rock relief depicts the Confederate leaders Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and Stonewall Jackson. Such a Confederate monument may stir mixed emotions for many visitors. It was completed in 1972. The Confederates are depicted on their favorite horses - Blackjack, Traveller, and Little Sorrel.

Annual Events

Visiting Stone Mountain Park is exceptional year-round, but being in the park during its special events makes it extra memorable. Stone Mountain Park hosts events throughout the year, and there are the most remarkable of them.

Yellow Daisy Festival

The Yellow Daisy Festival brings together hundreds of artists (approximately 380). This event is an essential showcase of their work; visitors can expect to see several stalls selling artwork. It’s an excellent option for the family, as children can engage in different activities.

• Date: September 7 - 10, 2023

Pumpkin Festival

September and October are the months for pumpkin picking around the country, and Stone Mountain Park has a spooky festival. The Pumpkin Festival offers various family-friendly activities, including a full-size locomotive. The park lights up in the evening as it houses the world’s largest pumpkin light show.

• Date: From September 16 to October 29

Stone Mountain Highland Games

The Stone Mountain Highland Games is one of the most traditional events in Stone Mountain Park. Thousands of people dress up like Scots and engage in different activities, from pipe bands to Highland dancing competitions.

• Date: October 21 and 22, 2023

Native American Festival and Pow Wow

Stone Mountain Park is also home to the largest Native American festival in Georgia. This event displays dance, music, cooking traditions, storytelling, and craftwork during four days.

• Date: November 2 – 5, 2023

Stone Mountain Christmas

While the park might not be the first place crossing people’s minds when it comes to Christmas, it lights up with over two million lights during the Holiday season. Visitors can also enjoy concerts and the whole Christmas atmosphere.

• Dates: November 11 to December 31, 2023

Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration

Children are often thrilled with the New Year’s Eve celebration idea, but they often fall asleep before midnight. Stone Mountain organized a party where they could celebrate everything early with fireworks.

• Date: December 31, 2023

Tip: Visitors can check the schedule for upcoming events at the Stone Mountain Park Festival