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⛰️🔍 Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom 🌿💎✨

Take your geology knowledge to the next level and discover the ancient story hidden beneath Cloudland Canyon! 🌎⏳ Join a park Naturalist for an in-depth exploration of the canyon's lower reaches, where you'll examine the fascinating rock layers and minerals that reveal millions of years of geologic history. 

This advanced program offers a unique opportunity to study the geologic strata from the bottom up, providing a closer look at the formations that make the lower canyon such a remarkable natural wonder. Along the way, you'll gain insight into the powerful forces that shaped the Cumberland Plateau and the landscapes we enjoy today. 🌄✨

Meet at the Interpretive Center, then drive to the Lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead to begin this moderate one-mile hike. 🥾🌿

📅 Dates: July 8, 9 & 23, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
⏱️ Duration: 1.5 Hours
🥾 Trail Length: 1 Mile (Moderate)
📍 Meet at: Cloudland Canyon Interpretive Center
899–935 Cloudland Canyon Park Road
Rising Fawn, GA 30738

⚠️ This moderate hike includes uneven terrain. Wear sturdy hiking shoes 👟, bring plenty of water 💧, and be ready to uncover the secrets hidden deep within the canyon walls!

Whether you're a rockhound , geology enthusiast 🔍, or simply curious about the natural history of the Appalachian Mountains, this program offers an unforgettable journey through time beneath the surface of Cloudland Canyon. 🌲⛰️

🎉 Admission is free!