Things To Do At Stone Mountain Park

Located just under 20 miles outside of the concrete jungle of Atlanta, is one of Georgia’s most visited attractions, Stone Mountain Park. In all of its natural beauty, Stone Mountain Park sits on 3,200 acres of mountainous land and historic monuments. Aside from the several miles worth of hiking trails, Stone Mountain Park also offers a plethora of other attractions on site. With many rides, shows, shopping, and dining to offer, your group will enjoy their charter bus visit to Stone Mountain Park. Camping and hotel or resort lodging are also located on the premises for those looking to extend their trip. Experience entertainment for all ages and plan your next adventure today!

Seasonal Events and Festivals

Stone Mountain Park loves to celebrate every season by hosting special events and festivals. Currently, Stone Mountain Park is hosting its annual Lunar New Year event featuring a drone light show that celebrates Chinese culture. Throughout the park, your group will find cultural storytelling, crafts, and art displays during this month-long event in January. Check out the Stone Mountain Park website for more information about the Lunar New Year festival, or other seasonal events to take place in 2023. 

Family Friendly Attractions

There are several family-friendly attractions throughout the park. Currently, Stone Mountain Park is featuring Dinotorium and Dinosaur Explore. These are great field trip stops as your group learns about prehistoric dinosaurs and paleontology. Dinotorium is an indoor play exhibit for children to experience play and learn facts of science. There is also a 4D movie that changes seasonally for families to enjoy while taking a break from the outdoor attractions. If your group is not looking to participate in the Walk-Up hiking trail, there is another way to experience the beauty of the Atlanta skyline and Appalachian mountains by cable carts. Check out Summit Skyride to travel by Swiss cable cars up the mountain that Stone Mountain Park is known for. This is the perfect time to capture pictures of the Civil War monument that Stone Mountain Park is known for. This monument is called the Confederate Memorial and features Thomas Jackson, Robert Lee, and President Jefferson Davis. This very memorial is where the Lazer Light Show takes place in the summer, the largest LED light display in the United States! Stone Mountain Park is the perfect destination for church youth groups, school field trips, senior groups, or anyone looking for a fun, Atlanta area destination to explore by charter bus! 

Outdoor Recreation

Fishing

Fishing is a less commonly referred to activity when speaking of Stone Mountain, but it is one of the best places to catch great fish. Fishing on Stone Mountain Lake is authorized daily from the hours of 6 AM to midnight. During daylight hours, private boats are also allowed on the lake. Stone Mountain Lake is an incredible spot in the metro Atlanta area to go fishing due to its abundance of fish and variety of types. The fish types found in the water of Stone Mountain Lake include bass, carp, crappie, catfish, and bream. The area around the lake features picnic spots, tables, and a pavilion for guests to escape the Georgia heat. While charter buses are not allowed to drop off right at the lake, there are some designated charter bus parking areas located across Stone Mountain Park property.

Hiking

One of the many natural amenities that Stone Mountain Park is known for is its hiking trails. Stone Mountain Park features six different hiking, biking, and walking trails for groups to choose from. These trails are well kept as they are preserved by Stone Mountain Park grounds crew members to ensure pleasure and safety for their guests. Perhaps the most popular trail is the Walk-Up Trail. The Walk Up Trail is a great trail to pick if your group is looking for a stunning view of not only the park but the overhead view of downtown Atlanta. The trails vary in difficulty levels and lengths. When planning your group’s next charter bus trip to Stone Mountain Park, be sure to refer to the trail section of the park’s website to determine which trail fits best for your group. The lists, maps, and descriptions of each trail can be found here.

Golfing

Stone Mountain Park is home to two widely popular golf courses in the Atlanta area; Stonemount Course and Lakemount Course. Each course is a full-sized, 18-hole, golfing course. Stonemount Course was developed in the late sixties and early seventies, and since then has become a premier course to host many professional and amateur golfing tournaments, events, and championships. Lakemount Course is known for its gorgeous scenic views, allowing golfers to enjoy the view of Stone Mountain Lake and several hiking trails located on the park property. Lakemount offers a bit of a challenge for golf enthusiasts as the course features nine holes with water to maneuver around. Golfing at Stone Mountain Park is a great activity for your group to add to their Atlanta itinerary! 

Stone Mountain Park is an exciting metro Atlanta attraction that is perfect for visitors of all ages! If you are interested in taking a group to Stone Mountain Park, you can get an instant quote for charter bus transportation here: Get My Instant Quote or you can call our office at (706) 314-8684 to get a quote today!