Upcoming at North Ga. parks
Northern Georgia Wild Cave Tours Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays in October
Cloudland Canyon State Park — Rising Fawn
You will get muddy and wet on a family friendly underground adventure. Our guides will educate you on cave formations, bats, and geology while you have fun climbing and crawling your way through a wild cave. www. GeorgiaGirlGuides.com. Reservations required. $30-$60 $5 parking. 800-979-3370.
Fall Celebration at the Hardman Farm
Saturday, Oct. 10, Noon to 4 p.m.
Hardman Farm — Sautee Nacoochee
Enjoy the natural beauty of the season with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, hayrides through the site, traditional craft vendors, mountain music, and apple cider from a hand-cranked press. $10 per vehicle. 706-878-1077.
Second Saturday Guided Hikes
2nd Saturday of Month 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Smithgall Woods State Park — Helen
Take a guided hike through the captivating scenery of Smithgall Woods. Guided hikes will be offered every second Saturday of the month (weather permitting). Throughout the year, hikes will rotate through the various trails located throughout Smithgall. All ages are welcome. No pets please. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
Haunted Hills Hayride Oct. 23, 24, 30 and 31, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Victoria Bryant State Park — Royston
Join our annual spooktacular haunted hayrides, which are fun for all ages. Come early because ticket sales close at 10 p.m. We’ll be showing a movie, have a bonfire and we will have refreshments for sale. $5/ person $5 parking. 706-2456270.
Full-Moon Suspension Bridge Hike
Monday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Tallulah Gorge State Park — Tallulah Falls
Enjoy a 1-mile hike that takes you down the stairs across, the suspension bridge and on the rim of the gorge under the full moon. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.