Stone Mountain

If you plan on being near or around Atlanta, Georgia and are looking for some fun and excitement for the entire family, look no further than Stone Mountain Park. Stone Mountain Park is just sixteen miles away from downtown Atlanta, and it offers a great way for families to spend time together. Not only is Stone Mountain the world's largest piece of exposed granite, but it also features a carving of three Confederate soldiers. Referred to as Georgia's most popular attraction, Stone Mountain Park has a little something for everyone. Visiting Stone Mountain Park will be one of the best decisions you can make.

When you go to Stone Mountain Park you will have access to many different fun and exciting adventures. There are tons of things to do that will keep you busy all day long at Stone Mountain Park.

First, the newest attraction you can experience is Sky Hike. This outdoor adventure offers courses through the treetops at three different heights. You will use ropes, cross bridges, and put your courage to the test. Sky Hike is an amazing quarter-mile hike that will feel exhilarating.

Another attraction you won't want to miss is the Summit Skyride. This cable car ride will take you 825 feet above ground showing you breathtaking views of Stone Mountain Park. Riding all the way to the top of the mountain, you will be able to see an sights more than sixty miles away.

Also included in your visit to Stone Mountain Park is entrance to Crossroads, an interactive area with many options. You and your family can take a five-mile journey on a train, or play miniature golf on a train-inspired course. You can also watch a 4D movie, "Journey to the Center of the Earth," or visit The Great Barn, which is great for ages five through twelve. This area features games, slides, trampolines, and more.

The Antebellum Plantation and farmyard features an area of historic homes filled with furniture and decorations from centuries ago. At Stone Mountain Park you can take a journey into the past by touring these homes. After that, you can visit the farmyard with animals that can be petted and observed. There are even shows featuring goats and sheep completing obstacle courses, which are sure to be exciting.

You can also also climb aboard the Ride the Ducks attraction. These 1940s era Duck vehicles can move from land to water, and provide a fascinating journey into Stone Mountain Lake. During the ride you will hear stories and music, while listening to the trained captain of the vehicle.

Finally, as the evening hours approach, see a spectacular laser show, which happens to be the world's longest running laser show. The forty-minute light show is set to music and will help you end your evening on a relaxing and exciting note. Join the over twenty million people that have experienced this ultimate laser light show.

Stone Mountain Park has not only been named one of the 500 places you should take your children before they grow up, but also one of the thirty-five natural wonders in Georgia that you should see before you die. Offering attractions, providing entertainment, and allowing for recreation makes Stone Mountain Park an adventure for any type of person. Stone Mountain Park will not disappoint anyone, but instead create a lifetime of memories for all of those involved. With two hotels on location, as well as a campground available, accommodations are easy to find, which will make your stay all the more enjoyable. Whether you are in Georgia and looking for something to do, or you travel to Georgia for the sole purpose of seeing Stone Mountain Park, you will be happy you made the visit.