Ranger-Guided Walk: Island Ford Pond and River Ramble
Join the National Park Service for a cool summer walk around Island Ford Pond and into Falling Branch to discover the amazing stream life. Grab your water shoes or closed toe sandals for a splish-splashing good time. We will conclude by walking along the edge of the river where you might see geese, ducks, a great blue heron fishing in the shallows or maybe a Midland Water Snake. Wonderful wet excitement awaits. We might catch a glimpse of an Osprey or a even a Bald Eagle. All youth must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: 1978 Island Ford Parkway; Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350. We will meet in front of the historic Hewlett lodge.
Facilities: Located in the Hewlett Lodge Visitor Center
Difficulty: Fairly easy walking on level ground around the pond. Slippery rocks and mud in and along Falling Branch. Brief uphill returning to Hewlett Lodge from River. Note: This walk is not suitable for very young children.
Bring: Please bring WATER. Remember to dress for the weather and wear water shoes or closed toe sandals. NO FLIP-FLOPS ALLOWED!
Limit: 30 persons
Fees
Program is free. Park entrance pass ($5 daily or $40 annual) required.
Location
Island Ford Unit, 800 Roberts Drive, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350. We will meet in front of the historic Hewlett Lodge.
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- Guided Tour
- Hike
- Walk