Protected 100-Acre Granite Monadnock — Ranger-Guided Summit Hikes, Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area, Archery Range, Disc Golf, Nature Center, Stockbridge GA
Panola Mountain State Park is a state park at 2620 GA-155 SW, Stockbridge, Henry County, Georgia. The park features a protected 100-acre granite monadnock (one of the few undisturbed granite outcrops in the Georgia Piedmont), ranger-guided summit hikes to the mountain top, the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area PATH trail system, a Nature Center with exhibits, an archery range, an 18-hole disc golf course, six miles of hiking trails, and fitness trails through Piedmont forest.
Panola Mountain is a geological treasure — the 100-acre granite monadnock has been protected since 1969, making it one of the few undisturbed granite outcrops remaining in the Georgia Piedmont. Unlike nearby Stone Mountain and Arabia Mountain, Panola’s summit is accessible only via ranger-guided hikes, preserving the fragile rock-surface plant communities.
The park connects to the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area via the PATH multi-use trail system — linking Panola Mountain to Arabia Mountain along a paved greenway perfect for biking and walking.
Things to Do
- Ranger-guided summit hike — protected granite monadnock
- Nature Center — exhibits on Piedmont ecology
- PATH trail — connects to Arabia Mountain NHA
- Hiking — 6 mi through Piedmont forest
- Disc golf — 18-hole course
- Archery range — on-site facility
- Fitness trails — exercise stations
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 2620 GA-155 SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281 |
| Mountain | 100-acre granite monadnock — protected |
| Summit Access | Ranger-guided hikes only |
| Trail System | PATH — Arabia Mountain NHA connection |
| Managed By | Georgia State Parks |
| Coordinates | 33.6261° N, 84.1703° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Wildlife & Nature
Panola Mountain SP — 1,635 acres — preserves a 100-acre granite monadnock (similar to Stone Mountain) in an undisturbed natural state. The park’s granite outcrop, Piedmont forest, and wetlands support rare plants adapted to the harsh granite surface, including diamorpha and pool sprite. White-tailed deer, red-tailed hawks, and box turtles inhabit the park.
Nearby Attractions
Stockbridge — adjacent. Arabia Mountain NHA — 5 miles east. Stone Mountain — 20 miles north. Atlanta — 20 miles northwest.
Can you hike to the top of Panola Mountain?
Only via ranger-guided hikes — Panola Mountain State Park in Stockbridge, Georgia, protects a 100-acre granite monadnock, one of the few undisturbed outcrops in the Georgia Piedmont. The summit is accessible only through guided programs to protect fragile rock-surface plant communities. The park also offers six miles of hiking trails, a Nature Center, an archery range, an 18-hole disc golf course, and connection to the Arabia Mountain PATH trail system.
Last updated: May 2026
Keep exploring: The closest neighbors are Stone Mountain Park (a short drive away) and Sweetwater Creek State Park (within about an hour’s drive).
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Panola Mountain State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Leashed dogs are welcome in Georgia State Parks, including campgrounds and most park trails, and must be accompanied by the owner at all times.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash no longer than 6 feet required at all times; dogs may not be tied to trees or fences.
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are not permitted in swimming areas or on beaches.
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets are banned from lodges, yurts and group camps; designated dog-friendly cottages are available for a $50 fee per dog (maximum 2 dogs) covering the entire stay.
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No day-use pet fee; $50 per dog (max 2) per stay in dog-friendly cottages.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Dogs prohibited on certain trails at Tallulah Gorge and Panola Mountain; fenced dog park at Laura S. Walker State Park; 'Tails on Trails Club' rewards program.
Are dogs allowed at Panola Mountain State Park?
Leashed dogs are welcome in Georgia State Parks, including campgrounds and most park trails, and must be accompanied by the owner at all times. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via gastateparks.org. More: Georgia state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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