Stone Mountain Park

Among the top attractions in the Atlanta area, Stone Mountain Park combines a fascinating natural site with kid-focused attractions, historic exhibits, a full-sized railway, lakes, and trails. Traverse the bald summit of Stone Mountain via a hiking trail, or ride a 5-mile (8-kilometer) scenic railway to take in the natural landscape. Stone Mountain Park passes can be purchased in advance, and options range from all-attraction passes to bundles that add meals and extra activities.

• Stone Mountain is great for families with kids.

• Most of Stone Mountain Park is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

• Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are available to rent on site.

Stone Mountain Park is located at 1000 Robert E. Lee Boulevard in Stone Mountain, Georgia, 20 miles (32 kilometers) from downtown Atlanta; paid parking is available on site. While there’s no public transit station near Stone Mountain Park, it’s possible to reach the park using a combination of train and bus. At the Kensington MARTA station, catch bus 119, which stops about a 10-minute walk from the park. From the Avondale MARTA Station, use bus 120. Cab and ride sharing services must pay a fee for pickup and drop-off at the park.

The park is open year-round. Autumn and spring are popular times to visit, offering mild weather and plenty of sunshine. Temperatures spike from June through September, with the hottest weather in mid-August. While winter in Atlanta can be chilly, this can be a fun time to explore Stone Mountain Park, when it’s relatively free of crowds.

From April through October, the side of Stone Mountain is illuminated with lights, lasers, fireworks, and flames. The park’s 45-minute Lasershow Spectacular can be booked as a stand-alone event, or as a dinner show that includes access to a buffet, snacks, and drinks. If you’re not choosing the dinner experience, bring a lawn chair, blankets, and a picnic to enjoy on the Memorial Lawn. Wheelchair access is available on concrete terraces surrounding the grass.

The main attractions in Atlanta’s Stone Mountain Park are the Summit Skyride, a high-speed Swiss cable car that whisks guests to the top of Stone Mountain, and the Scenic Railroad, a 5-mile (8-kilometer) rail journey around the mountain on open-air vintage trains pulled by a vintage 1940s locomotive.

Yes, Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta offers 15 miles (24 kilometers) of wooded hiking trails, including the Walk-Up Trail to the summit, a moderate 1-mile hike. Other trails, like the Cherokee Trail, offer difficulty levels ranging from easy to moderate and scenic views around the mountain.

Yes, Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta is absolutely suitable for families with young children. The park’s family-friendly attractions, such as Dinosaur Explore, the Dinotorium, and the Camp Highland Outpost outdoor adventures, are designed for young children. The park also offers picnic areas, playgrounds, and family-friendly movies.

Yes, Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta hosts various events throughout the year, such as Stone Mountain Christmas, the Pumpkin Festival, and the Yellow Daisy Festival, a September festival dedicated to artists, crafts, and food. The park also hosts Memorial Day, Labor Day, and the Fourth of July holiday celebrations.

Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta offers a range of dining options, from casual eateries like Basecamp Café and Big Rock Café to snack bars, barbecue joints, dessert spots, and picnic areas. The Marketplace offers easy go-to meals, while full-service restaurants such as The Commons and Waterside offer more traditional meals and seating.

Yes, you can camp at Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta. The park campground has more than 400 sites for tents, pop-ups, and RVs, in addition to yurts, "safari" tents, and RVs for rent. The landscaped campground amenities include restrooms, showers, laundry facilities, a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and cable, and a general store.