Trick or Treat, RV Contest, And Wagon Rides

Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our gl......More

Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf.4 - 6 pm: Wagon rides, every 20 minutes, across from the putt putt.6 - 7 pm: Trick or Treat, main campground7 - 8:30 pm: Glow in the Dark Mini Golf8 pm: Campsite decorating contest ends.If you want to participate in the trick or treat, please register at the park office when you check in. You will get a sticker to display at your site. Children must be supervised at all times by an adult. Please do not drive thru the campground during the duration and help us keep this event safe.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Trick or Treat, RV Contest, And Wagon Rides

Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our gl......More

Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf.4 - 6 pm: Wagon rides, every 20 minutes, across from the putt putt.6 - 7 pm: Trick or Treat, main campground7 - 8:30 pm: Glow in the Dark Mini Golf8 pm: Campsite decorating contest ends.If you want to participate in the trick or treat, please register at the park office when you check in. You will get a sticker to display at your site. Children must be supervised at all times by an adult. Please do not drive thru the campground during the duration and help us keep this event safe.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Edible and Multi-Use Plant Hike

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification,......More

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up.This is NOT a foraging program. There will be no plant or fungi harvesting. No plants or fungi will be consumed during this program. This program is for edible plant identification and historical education purposes only.Please bring closed-toed shoes, water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Limited spaces available. Pre-registration only.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Edible and Multi-Use Plant Hike

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification,......More

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up.This is NOT a foraging program. There will be no plant or fungi harvesting. No plants or fungi will be consumed during this program. This program is for edible plant identification and historical education purposes only.Please bring closed-toed shoes, water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Limited spaces available. Pre-registration only.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Engineering: The InvenTable

As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and pract......More

As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+.Pre-registration required, please call the park office. This program is free. Only 6 spaces available per 1-hour time slot. Because the InvenTable is approved for children ages 3+, we see this program as a great opportunity to teach participants the importance of workshop safety in a child-safe environment. Participants will be required to pull back any long hair, roll up long sleeves, and closed toed shoes are preferred. Safety glasses and ear protection, though not necessary, will be provided (and sanitized between uses) for educational purposes.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Engineering: The InvenTable

As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and pract......More

As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+.Pre-registration required, please call the park office. This program is free. Only 6 spaces available per 1-hour time slot. Because the InvenTable is approved for children ages 3+, we see this program as a great opportunity to teach participants the importance of workshop safety in a child-safe environment. Participants will be required to pull back any long hair, roll up long sleeves, and closed toed shoes are preferred. Safety glasses and ear protection, though not necessary, will be provided (and sanitized between uses) for educational purposes.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Lets Get Crafty

Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+.To pre-register, call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Lets Get Crafty

Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+.To pre-register, call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Friday Fun Game Night

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have.Game......More

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have.Games include, but are not limited to, nature-themed Pictionary, nature bingo, a knot-tying card game, animal charades, and more! Games, crafts, and trivia change each week. No pre-registration required. This event is held under an open picnic shelter, so participants should plan to wear bug spray and bring water.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Friday Fun Game Night

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have.Game......More

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have.Games include, but are not limited to, nature-themed Pictionary, nature bingo, a knot-tying card game, animal charades, and more! Games, crafts, and trivia change each week. No pre-registration required. This event is held under an open picnic shelter, so participants should plan to wear bug spray and bring water.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Campfire and Hot Cocoa

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.Hot cocoa is first come first s......More

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.Hot cocoa is first come first serve. Program held outside, so attendees should wear weather appropriate clothing and insect repellant.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Campfire and Hot Cocoa

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.Hot cocoa is first come first s......More

Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger.Hot cocoa is first come first serve. Program held outside, so attendees should wear weather appropriate clothing and insect repellant.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

A Walk Through History: CCC Wagon Rides And Camp Tour

The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on this wagon ride and history walk through......More

The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on this wagon ride and history walk through what remains of Georgia's only standing CCC Camp.This program consists of a wagon ride and a short walking tour around a historical CCC camp. Participants should wear weather appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Please wear sunscreen and bug repellant. Please also bring water.The wagon will depart from our beach area, travel to the CCC camp, and then return to the beach area. The wagon will not wait for tardy attendees. No refunds for no showsThis program is pre-registration only. Please call the park office to register. Each wagon ride lasts 1 hour, and there are two wagon ride times to choose from within this program.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

A Walk Through History: CCC Wagon Rides And Camp Tour

The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on this wagon ride and history walk through......More

The Civilian Conservation Corps began construction of Hard Labor Creek in 1934, and finished their work here in 1939. They left behind the camp they lived and worked in, in which some buildings still stand today. Join a ranger on this wagon ride and history walk through what remains of Georgia's only standing CCC Camp.This program consists of a wagon ride and a short walking tour around a historical CCC camp. Participants should wear weather appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Please wear sunscreen and bug repellant. Please also bring water.The wagon will depart from our beach area, travel to the CCC camp, and then return to the beach area. The wagon will not wait for tardy attendees. No refunds for no showsThis program is pre-registration only. Please call the park office to register. Each wagon ride lasts 1 hour, and there are two wagon ride times to choose from within this program.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

History Hike - Follow in the Steps of the CCC

This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward......More

This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration requiredThis is approximately a 1 mile long hike, appropriate to participants 8 years and above. Participants should wear closed-toed shoes, bug spray, and bring water. Call the park office to register in advance. Meeting location will be shared after you register.Registration closes 1 hour before program start time.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

History Hike - Follow in the Steps of the CCC

This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward......More

This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration requiredThis is approximately a 1 mile long hike, appropriate to participants 8 years and above. Participants should wear closed-toed shoes, bug spray, and bring water. Call the park office to register in advance. Meeting location will be shared after you register.Registration closes 1 hour before program start time.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Hammock Camping 101

Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages ......More

Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages 10+.Equipment provided. Please bring water and sunscreen. Call the park office to pre-register.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Hammock Camping 101

Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages ......More

Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages 10+.Equipment provided. Please bring water and sunscreen. Call the park office to pre-register.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Survival Skills

Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared......More

Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required.Please visit the Eventbrite link below to pre-register. Bring water, bug repellent and closed-toe shoes. Event's location will be provided after you've signed up.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Survival Skills

Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared......More

Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required.Please visit the Eventbrite link below to pre-register. Bring water, bug repellent and closed-toe shoes. Event's location will be provided after you've signed up.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663