Dauset Trails Nature Center

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Dauset Trails Nature Center When you visit you don’t just make a memory, you make a difference! Ride on a 6 mile loop of scenic horse trail. BYOH. TBA.

Dauset Trails is a private, non-profit nature center with approximately 1400 acres of fields, woods, creeks and small lakes to explore. Trails

Ride a mountain bike or hike on over 30 miles of scenic trails from beginner to advanced skill levels. Explore The Creeks Recreational Trail System linking the city of Jackson to Dauset Trails to Indian Springs State Park. Wildlife Exhibits

See live native mammals, birds of prey, and reptiles. Barnyard

Visit a 19th century-style working farm exhibit with a cane syrup mill, evaporator cooking shed, and kettle cooking shed. See a blacksmith shop, barn, old tools, wagons, chicken coop, and a corn crib. See chickens, pigs, goats, cows, mules, and a donkey. Tree ID Trail

Learn to identify 31 species of trees on out Tree ID trail. Native Flora

Stroll on the Woodland Garden Trail and see many native plants while searching for hidden garden ornaments. Schools both public and private reserve guided programs at Dauset Trails to learn more about native wildlife. Camping

Organized groups such as scouts, church, clubs, etc. can make camping reservations and use tents pads or sleep in our "Turkey Roost" camping platforms. Rentals

Families, Sunday School classes, Clubs, and businesses can reserve one of two pavilions for reunions, picnics, and gatherings. Events

Every spring we hold our annual Bluebirds and Bluegrass Festival. This free event includes, live bluegrass bands throughout the day, outdoor recreation and wildlife booths, exhibits, and demonstrations, food, and a lot of fun for the whole family. Movie Under the Stars is held on a Saturday evening in October. Cane Syrup Festival is held the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Watch sugar cane milled and cooked in an 80 gallon kettle to produce the tastiest all natural syrup you'll ever put on a biscuit.

10/21/2026

It’s an honor to serve Georgia’s injured and orphaned wildlife, but we couldn’t do it without you. 🤎🦊

This little grey fox came to us in April, and after months of care, he’s now calling the animal trail home! From those first days in our care to watching her take this next big step, it’s a reminder of just how meaningful every second chance can be. Getting to be a part of stories like this is something we never take for granted. Every life matters, and every donation helps make a difference.

Help us make more second chances possible. Give today and be part of their story. 🫶

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10/20/2026

📢 TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 🥾

Heads up, trail lovers! 🌲 All hiking/ biking trails at Dauset Trails Nature Center will be closed on Saturday, October 24, for the Mammoth March.

Our hiking/biking trails will be back open on Sunday, October 25🍂

The animal trail inside the nature center will remain open all weekend for guest to enjoy!

Santa is making his way to Dauset Trails on December 5th from 1:00–3:00 PM! 🎅🏻 Bring the little ones and come get a swee...
10/17/2026

Santa is making his way to Dauset Trails on December 5th from 1:00–3:00 PM! 🎅🏻 Bring the little ones and come get a sweet picture with Santa this Christmas season!

📸 Pictures are $25 (3 edited images)
🎁 No reservations needed — just come on by!

📍 Dauset Trails Nature Center
360 Mt. Vernon Church Rd., Jackson, GA 30233

We can’t wait to welcome y’all for an afternoon of Christmas cheer, sweet smiles, and memories to treasure for years to come. From our Dauset family to yours, we hope to see y’all there! ❤️💚

10/10/2026

🎃🍂 What a DAY at our 2026 Pumpkin Party!

We had the best time creating, celebrating, and making memories with all of you! We sold out of all 100 pumpkins in about 20 minutes 🤯🎃 We are blown away by the love and support you continue to show Dauset Trails!

Thank you for showing up, supporting our mission, and making days like this so special. We couldn’t do it without you! 🧡

We are already counting down to next year! 🍁

🎃🧡 WHAT A TURNOUT! 🧡🎃A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to our annual Pumpkin Party! We sold out of all 100 pumpk...
10/09/2026

🎃🧡 WHAT A TURNOUT! 🧡🎃

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to our annual Pumpkin Party! We sold out of all 100 pumpkins by 2:45 PM! 🍂🎃 We are so grateful for the amazing support and for everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Y’all made this event so special, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you for making our Pumpkin Party such a success! 🧡👻

10/09/2026

📢 EVENT CANCELLATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Due to the expected weather conditions tomorrow, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 19th Annual Seven Islands Archaeology Day at the Historic Indian Spring Hotel Museum.

We appreciate everyone who planned to attend and all the artists, participants, and supporters who helped make this event possible.

Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for future events at the Historic Indian Spring Hotel Museum!

Please share this announcement so everyone is aware of the cancellation.

TODAY 2-4pm🎃
10/09/2026

TODAY 2-4pm🎃

Just a reminder to mark your calendars for our Annual Pumpkin Party!🎃

We’re getting closer and we can’t wait for a fun afternoon of pumpkin painting, kids tattoos, games, candy, and all things Halloween! 👻

October 9 | 2–4 PM
$10 per participant
Playground Pavilion at Dauset Trails

Make your plans and come hang out with us!

10/09/2026

🏺 19th Annual Seven Islands Archaeology Day! 🏺

Join us Saturday, October 10, from 12:00–4:00 PM at the Historic Indian Spring Hotel Museum for a FREE, family-friendly afternoon celebrating archaeology and our local heritage!

✨ Artifact identification
🏺 Pottery making
🔥 Primitive skills
📜 Living history
🪶 Georgia Indian lifeways
🏨 Indian Springs Hotel tours

🎨 Featured Artists: Join Melody English of Melody English Art and Denise Bull of the 1823 Artisan Guild as they create beautiful plein air paintings inspired by the historic Indian Spring Hotel and surrounding grounds.

📍 1807 Hwy 42 South, Flovilla, GA 30216

Come explore, learn, and create as we celebrate our heritage and the history that inspires our future!

FREE EVENT — Bring the family and join us! 🇺🇸🏺

10/07/2026

A little glimpse at the fun from last year… 🎃✨

And we’re SO excited to do it all again! 👻🍂
Join us THIS FRIDAY, October 9th for our annual Pumpkin Party! 🎃

Come paint a pumpkin, play games, get a fun temporary tattoo, enjoy your favorite Halloween candy, and make some fall memories with us! 🧡

📍 Playground Pavilion
⏰ 2–4 PM
🎟️ $10 per participant

Make your plans, grab your people, and come celebrate fall with us! 🎃🍁 We’ll see you Friday!

Address

Atlanta, GA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17707756798

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