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Rock Hawk Effigy & Trails, Putnam County, GA

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Rock Hawk Effigy & Trails

Trail network and ancient effigy in Putnam County that doubles as an outdoor classroom.

Putnam County, GA

About Rock Hawk Effigy & Trails

Rock Hawk offers many educational displays along roughly 30 miles of trails that lead to an ancient effigy. Along the paths, wetlands, and at interpretive centers near the effigy, visitors can learn about plants, animals, and about 12,000 years of local history, including the county's large effigies, old cemeteries, home sites, and quarries. Activities include camping, boating, fishing, archery, beach time, hiking, biking, and wildlife watching, with viewing towers overlooking the wetlands and effigy.

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