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This section includes general facts and information about Sawnee Mountain, including hours of operation, park policies and disclaimers. |
Hours of Operation
Hiking Trails & Parking Areas
| April - October | November - March |
| 8:00a - 9:00p - Open Daily | 8:00a - 6:00p - Open Daily |
The Preserve is closed nights, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Entrance gates are locked after hours for site security. Vehicles left unattended after dark will be locked in or towed.
Visitor Center
| Monday – Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
| 8:30a - 5:00p | 10:00a - 5:00p | 1:00p-5:00p Aug-Dec |
The Visitor Center hours of operation are subject to change. Please call us at 770-781-2217 for an updated schedule. The Visitor Center will be closed on July 4, September 1, November 11, November 27-30 and December 24-28.
Park Rules & Regulations
| 1. | The speed limit is 10 MPH. |
| 2. | No parking in private driveways. Parking is allowed only in designated areas. |
| 3. | No pets allowed in park. |
| 4. | Unauthorized "large" group activities (more than 10 people) are prohibited. Call 48 hours in advance for authorization for parties or activities of 10 or more. |
| 5. | Loud music is prohibited. |
| 6. | Climbing and repelling is prohibited without a permit. Permits must be obtained at the Visitor Center between the hours of 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday - Friday. Please call 770-781-2217 for more information. |
| 7. | Fines for climbing without a permit may exceed $200. |
| 8. | Trails are for foot traffic only. |
| 9. | No alcoholic beverages are allowed anywhere on the mountain. |
| 10. | No firearms, bow and arrow or any other weapons. |
| 11. | No hunting allowed. |
| 12. | Fires, including grills and/or campfires are not allowed anywhere on the mountain. |
| 13. | No littering - Please carry out everything you carry on the trail system. |
| 14. | No soliciting. |
| 15. | Camping is not permitted anywhere on the mountain. |
| 16. | Removal or damage to trees, shrubs or plants is strictly prohibited. |
| 17. | An adult must accompany all minors under 18. |
| 18. | Picnic pavilions are available on a first come first served basis unless a reservation is posted. For more information on reserving a pavilion, please call 770-781-2217 between the hours of 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday - Friday. |
Sawnee Mountain will strictly enforce these rules and policies. |