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 Providence Canyon State Park (Little Grand Canyon) - Lumpkin, GA Posted by:  ArmyFamily4
N 32° 04.174 W 084° 54.451
16S E 697516 N 3550062
Providence Canyon State Park is a 1,001 acre park located in west central Georgia. The park contains Providence Canyon, which is sometimes called Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon". It is considered to be one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Georgia.
Waymark Code: WMB39G
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 03/29/2011
Views: 14
Visitors are often amazed when they visit “Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon.” The massive gullies, as deep as 150 feet, were caused by poor farming practices during the 1800s. Hikers who explore the deepest canyons will usually find a thin layer of water along the trail, indication of the water table below. Colorful wildflowers, as well as the pink, orange, red and purple hues of the soft canyon soil, make a beautiful natural painting at this unique park. The rare Plumleaf Azalea grows only in this region and blooms during July and August when most azaleas have lost their color. While the park's visitor center is no longer open, hikers can enjoy views of the canyons from the rim trail, and backpackers can stay overnight along the backcountry trail. Camping and cottages are available nearby at Florence Marina State Park on beautiful Lake Walter F. George. Visitors are urged to use caution on trails and to not go beyond fences or overlooks. Erosion can cause the canyon walls to collapse. Some information for this listing derived from: ( visit link) and ( visit link)
Park Type: Day Use
Activities:
picnic, camping, trails, hiking, biking,
Park Fees: Not listed
Background:
Visitors are often amazed when they visit “Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon.” The massive gullies, as deep as 150 feet, were caused by poor farming practices during the 1800s. Hikers who explore the deepest canyons will usually find a thin layer of water along the trail, indication of the water table below. Colorful wildflowers, as well as the pink, orange, red and purple hues of the soft canyon soil, make a beautiful natural painting at this unique park. The rare Plumleaf Azalea grows only in this region and blooms during July and August when most azaleas have lost their color.
Link to Park: [Web Link]
Date Established?: Not listed
Additional Entrance Points: Not Listed
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