About Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain Park offers a unique combination of outdoor activities, stunning views, and family-friendly attractions, making it a great destination for families looking for both adventure and relaxation.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a full day of activitiesOutdoor enthusiasts and nature loversThose interested in seasonal events like the Easter sunrise serviceAll ages, with activities suitable for young children to adultsHiking trails can accommodate varying skill levels, making it accessible for families with children
Why families love it
- Incredible views from the summit
- Diverse activities including hiking, train rides, mini-golf, and a dinosaur exhibit
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Opportunity for a picnic and grilling out
- Multiple restrooms available throughout the park
- Yearly membership offers value, especially during holidays with free shows
Insider tips
- Arrive early to enjoy the full day and avoid crowds
- Check the park's website for current events and activities
- Consider bringing your own food for a picnic to avoid park food
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak holiday times when the park may be crowded
- Expecting gourmet food options at the park's eateries
- Food quality is typical of park food and not highly rated
- Some areas of the park, like the carving, may need maintenance
- Crowds
- Busy during holidays and weekends, especially spring break
- Value
- Parking is $20 per vehicle. A yearly membership is more economical if planning multiple visits, especially during holidays for free shows and events.
- Food
- Outside food is allowed for picnics, but typical park food is available on-site
- Accessibility
- Park is generally accessible, but some hiking trails may be challenging for those with mobility issues
- Safety
- Clear hiking trails with manageable slopes
What parents say
"Great place with Incredible views the walk up the mountain is challenging but nothing to worry about, there's a small cabin in the middle of the hike we're anyone can rest before getting to the top, we arrived just on time to see the sunset and it was beautiful. There is a $20 parking fee for. Whole vehicle daily there's plenty of restrooms around the area. Watch out and take care."
2 weeks ago
"We took our kids to the park on spring break, and had a BLAST! There was so much to do, we were there from about 11 am to 9.30 pm, but never felt rushed or like we were going to miss something. Beautiful park and hiking trails - obviously fun to climb to the top of the mountain. The train ride was fun, mini-golf, the dinosaur exhibit, ropes course, 4D movie... every single thing was so fun! The staff were friendly and helpful, and helped make the dinosaur exhibit more immersive. The only suggestion I could think of was the food wasn't great, but it is your typical park food. We will definite"
2 weeks ago
"We love a good hike up Stone Mountain, especially since the weather is so nice to get some sun. The hike is easy to hard… not too long or too short just enough for a good incline at the end. When you get to the top, it is breath breathtaking view…. It is cheaper to purchase a yearly membership since during the holiday you get to enjoy the free laser show and see close-up fireworks. The park has many other fun activities for the whole family to enjoy and you can also have a picnic and grill out. Do check their website for park activities and shows/ events."
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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