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Providence Canyon State Outdoor Recreation Area is a 1,003-acre (405.90 ha) Georgia state park located in Stewart County in southwest Georgia, United States. [2] The park contains Providence Canyon, which is sometimes called Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon ".
Visit Providence Canyon State Park in Lumpkin, Georgia, and you'll be transported to an unworldly land of red-and-orange natural wonders under expansive blue skies.
"Uncover the layers of 'Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon' as you navigate the unusual geological formations created by erosion of the Coastal Plain after years of poor agricultural practices, hike miles of sandy nature trails, and gaze at dark skies while camping at Providence Canyon State Park."
18 lip 2003 · Providence Canyon is a network of gorges in southwest Georgia created by the erosion of soft, multicolored soils. Often called “Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon,” Providence Canyon consists of several chasms, plateaus, cliffs, and pinnacles.
There are 16 different canyons throughout the park, each exposing various shades of red, orange, yellow, white, and purple soil. For visitors, there are 2 main hiking trails: the Canyon Loop (White Blaze) Trail and the Backcountry (Red Blaze) Trail. All trails begin and end at the Visitor Center.
The canyon soil's pink, orange, red and purple hues make a beautiful natural painting at this quiet park. Visitors can enjoy views of the canyons from the rim trail, taking care to stay behind fences and off the fragile canyon edge.
4 cze 2021 · Looking to get away from it all to experience Georgia’s natural beauty? If so, Providence Canyon State Park is the place to go! With stunning views, exciting hikes, and great camping, a trip to Providence Canyon will provide visitors with a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t find anywhere else.