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Ocmulgee Mounds

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Park Closure BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail

Due to structural issues, the boardwalk along the river trail is closed until further notice. Access to the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and river is not available due to this closure. This closure does not affect access to any of the mound sites.

Caution River Trail periodically closed under I-16

The section of the River Trail beneath Interstate 16 is closed during bridge construction when pedestrian safety is at risk and remains open when no significant hazards are present.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

Explore ancient Native American earthworks

Things to do

Main Trail
30-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A 1/2 mile trail leading to three of the park's most popular points of interest.
Wildlife Watching at Ocmulgee Mounds
Winter/Spring

Ocmulgee Mounds offers a plethora of wildlife to watch as visitors explore the park.
Ocmulgee River Trail
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A trail that winds through a wooded area to the Ocmulgee River.
Heritage Trail
30-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A paved trail that is a favorite for bikers.
Dunlap Trail
5-15 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A short, 1/4th of a mile long trail leading to the Dunlap Mound and Civil War earthworks.
McDougal Trail
15-45 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A 1/2mile-long dirt path winding through woods to reach McDougal Mound.
Bartram Trail
20-40 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A 3/4th mile hike through woods between the Southeast Mound and the Visitor Center.
Funeral Loop Trail
15-30 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A 1/4th mile loop through woods near the Funeral Mound parking lot.
Hitchiti Village Site Trail
5-15 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A 1/4th mile hike through woods connecting the Trading Post to the Funeral Mound.
Southeast Mound Trail
5-10 Minutes · Winter/Spring

This short trail connects the Main Trail to the Bartram Trail. It also leads to the Southeast Mound, one of th...
Cornfield Mound Trail
5-10 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A short, grassy trail connecting the Earth Lodge to the Heritage Trail.
Opelofa Loop Trail
15-30 Minutes · Winter/Spring

A small loop trail off-shooting from the Opelofa Trail.
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Since: 1000 BC
Open: Daily 8:00AM - 5:00PM

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Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
Address: 1207 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217
Opening hours: Daily 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone: 4787528257
Price: Free
Website: www.nps.gov

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