How do I plan my visit to Stone Mountain Park?
Below are some helpful links and information for planning your visit to the Park and navigating the web site.
When to Come
Park Gates are open daily, 6:00 AM – Midnight. However, attraction operating hours vary. All Park attractions are closed on December 24 & 25. During January, February and select dates in the Spring and Fall, the Park operates on a Limited Attraction schedule, when only 2-4 attractions are open.
Visit the Operating Dates & Hours page for details on attraction and event availability by clicking on the date of your visit on the interactive calendar.
Where to Stay
The Park offers two hotels inside the Park, both operated by Marriott. The 336-room Evergreen Conference Resort is a full service facility with two pools, fitness center, a spa and full meeting amenities.
The 92-room Stone Mountain Inn is a colonial style inn located in the center of the Park, close to all Park attractions and the Lasershow Spectacular.
The Park also operates Georgia’s largest campground with 441 sites, including full hook-up, partial hook-up and primitive tent sites. The campground features a small grocery store, laundry and shower facilities, a swimming pool and a playground.
Special seasonal hotel and campground packages are available on the Special Offers & Packages page.
How to Get Here
The Park is located 8 miles east of I-285 on U.S. Highway 78. The main entrance to the Park is located at exit #8 off Highway 78. Driving directions from every major highway and interstate in metro Atlanta can be found in the Maps & Directions section of the web site.
Once you are inside the Park, you will be provided with a Driving Map to help you locate attractions, hotels or other activities.
Where to Eat
The Park offers four full service and numerous quick service restaurants, as well as various concession locations. For a full listing of dining options, visit the Dining section of the web site.
Where to Shop
Stone Mountain Park is home to a variety of unique shops featuring handmade crafts and signature Park souvenirs for every member of the family. Stroll through the shops in Crossroads where several demonstrating crafters will create brilliant works of art right before your eyes, including beautiful glass pieces and delicious candy. The Park also offers a nice mix of logo apparel to commemorate your visit. Visit our Shopping page for a full listing of locations.
The Stone Mountain Park web site also features a Trip Planner that you can use to select and organize the activities you would like experience on your visit.
If you have further questions about your upcoming visit, you may wish to visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. It offers additional details on Park policies, group outings, catered events and much more.