Photo: Thomsonmg2000, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The breathtaking colors of Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon." Colorful wildflowers and the pink, orange, red, and purple hues of the soft canyon soil make a beautiful natural painting at this unique 2,706-acre state park.
The rare Plumleaf Azalea grows only in this region and blooms during July and August, when most azaleas have lost their color.
- Address8930 Canyon Road, Lumpkin, GA 31815
- Park Hours7 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sep 15–Apr 14); 7 a.m.–9 p.m. (Apr 15–Sep 14)
- Visitor CenterSat–Sun only, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (Sep–Nov & Mar–May)
- Parking Fee$10 per vehicle (ParkPass)
- Park Phone229-838-6202 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
- Campsite Reservations1-800-864-7275
- GPS CoordinatesN 32.064445, W -84.921913
Getting there: 7 miles west of Lumpkin on GA Hwy 39C. Park map
Providence Canyon State Park Map
This is the Georgia State Parks map of Providence Canyon State Park from 2008, kept in our archive. It shows the park’s roads and main facilities as they were laid out then, so newer buildings, campsites, trails and closures will not appear on it. Before you go, check the current maps below.
Current maps:
- Providence Canyon State Park official trail map (PDF) from Georgia State Parks
- Official Providence Canyon State Park page for hours, fees and current closures
Park Amenities
- Known as the "Little Grand Canyon"
- 3 pioneer campsites
- 6 backcountry campsites
- Interpretive Center (open weekends, seasonally)
- 2 picnic shelters
- Astronomy & geology programs
- Visitor center
- 7-mile backcountry backpacking trail
- 3 miles of hiking trails
The park's trails are part of the Canyon Climbers Club; get your card punched at nearby Florence Marina State Park.
Campgrounds
Pioneer Campsites
Primitive, rugged sites for groups of 10+, about one mile west of the park entrance on Hwy 39C (follow the signs). Sites stand alone with no water or electricity; facilities include an outhouse, covered picnic table, and fire ring. Maximum 3 vehicles.
Backcountry Campsites
Hike-in only, no vehicles. Sites sit along the 7-mile Red Blazed Backpack Trail, about 3 miles in. No water, electricity, or bathroom facilities at any site.
Picnic Shelters
- Shelter #1 – along the main road or 3-Mile Canyon Loop Trail, near the playground, no electrical service
- Shelter #2 – along the main road or 3-Mile Canyon Loop Trail, near the playground and restrooms, no electricity
Photos
Canyon Rim ViewsGeorgia's “Little Grand Canyon”
The Canyon FloorPink, orange, red & purple soils
Old CarsRusting relics in the woods
Photos via Wikimedia Commons: David Dugan, CC BY-SA 3.0; David Dugan, CC BY-SA 3.0; David Dugan, CC BY-SA 3.0.