Watson Mill Bridge State Park

10/14/2026

It's that time of year!
Join the Friends of Watson Mill Bridge State Park this weekend for their 13th Annual Haunted Hayride!

09/27/2026

“Try to be like the turtle, at ease in your own shell” -Bill Copeland

09/25/2026

Join us next weekend for some ranger-led programs to kick off the fall season!
Stop by the office or call 706-783-5349 to register.
We hope to see you soon!

09/25/2026

Full Moon Paddle tomorrow night!

09/13/2026

09/12/2026

Curious about river ecosystems? This is a great opportunity for some hands-on learning at the park. Call us at 706-783-5349 to register!
UPDATE:
-Meet at the Visitor Center
-If there is inclement weather, we will still offer a fun, short program indoors.
This is going to be a blast, rain or shine!

08/30/2026

Join us for some Ranger-led programs this September!
Stop by the office or call 706-783-5349 to register.
We hope to see you soon!

08/30/2026

Looking for a volunteering opportunity!? Meet The Friends of Watson Mill Bridge State Park this September 19th at 8am in the Equestrian Parking Lot.

UPCOMING EVENTS

🗓️ When: September 19
‼️ What: Fall Work Day
🗣️ Details: Volunteers meet at the Equestrian Parking Lot around 8am to help with various tasks. Dress for the outdoors and bring work gloves. Breakfast and water will be provided! Please RSVP by messaging the Friends page.

🗓️ When: October 16 & 17
‼️ What: Haunted Hayride
🗣️ Details: Join us for our annual Haunted Hayride event! Volunteers needed to help decorate the entire main campground and bridge. Anyone interested in helping please reach out to the Friends page via Messenger.

08/02/2026

Join us for some Ranger-led programs this weekend.
Stop by the office or call 706-783-5349 to register.
We hope to see you soon!

08/01/2026

Thank you, Friends of Watson Mill Bridge State Park, for making this summer one to remember! Here are just a few things the group has helped with recently:

- Regular maintenance on 20 miles of trail
- Rebuilt the old campground well shelter (which had been destroyed in a storm) with help from Carlton Volunteer Fire Department.
- Provided materials for public programming- new kayaks, paddles, binoculars, and a seine net!
- Provided fishing rods and tackle for free rentals for the public!
- Shared delicious snacks with park staff for

If interested in volunteering, please visit https://friendsofgastateparks.org/membership.