Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain, GA
A huge granite dome east of Atlanta with a summit trail, a cable car and a lake and trails at its foot. The hike up is short but steep, so start early in summer and bring water.
Stone Mountain rises to 1,683 feet (513 m) above sea level. The Walk-Up Trail is about 1 mile (1.6 km) long and gains roughly 700 feet (210 m); it is rated moderate to hard. The route is marked with yellow blazes painted on the rock and climbs steadily, with some sections steeper than 20% and metal handrails. About 0.6 mile (1 km) from the start stands a covered rest stop, the "Halfway House." The smooth granite becomes slippery when wet or covered with sand or pine needles.
According to the park, allow one to one and a half hours. On a clear day the view reaches as far as about 60 miles (100 km), taking in the Atlanta skyline, the North Georgia mountains and Stone Mountain Lake. Bring sturdy shoes and water; in summer, it is best to start early in the day.
- Nearest town
- Stone Mountain, GA
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 33.8056, -84.1450
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Primitive Group CampingCampsite1 mi from Stone Mountain Park
- Stone Mountain CampgroundMotorhome stopover1 mi from Stone Mountain ParkMotorhomes
- Stone Mountain CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Stone Mountain ParkWi-Fi
- Campsite · AtlantaCampsite12 mi from Stone Mountain ParkTentsToilets
- Metro RVMotorhome stopover20 mi from Stone Mountain ParkMotorhomes
- Atlanta South RV ParkMotorhome stopover23 mi from Stone Mountain ParkMotorhomesWi-Fi
All campsites in Georgia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Stone Mountain Park?
Stone Mountain Park is in Stone Mountain, GA, at GPS 33.8056, -84.1450. It is about 14 mi from Atlanta.
Can you camp near Stone Mountain Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Primitive Group Camping, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Stone Mountain Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park (14 mi), Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (28 mi), Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site (44 mi) and Amicalola Falls (53 mi).
When is the best time to visit Stone Mountain Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)