Thursday, April 23, 2009

Providence Canyon State Park - Georgia


Providence Canyon State Park
Visitors are amazed at the breathtaking colors of Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon." Colorful wildflowers, as well as the pink, orange, red and purple hues of the soft canyon soil, make a beautiful natural painting at this unique park. The rare Plumleaf Azalea grows only in this region and blooms during July and August when most azaleas have lost their color. Visitors can enjoy views of the canyons from the rim trail, and backpackers who set off before 4 p.m. can stay overnight along the backcountry trail. Camping and cottages are available nearby at Florence Marina State Park on beautiful Lake Walter F. George. A visitor center explains how the massive gullies (the deepest being 150 feet) were caused by erosion due to poor farming practices in the 1800s.

1 comment:

Dr. Jose G. Lepervanche Valencia said...

My wife and I hiked the canyon on June 2007 and the pictures were great. The park only has a primitive campground. We camped nearby at Florence Marina State Park.