A park bench overlooking the paved main trail leading towards the Earth Lodge.
30-90 Minutes

Main Trail

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

A 1/2 mile trail leading to three of the park's most popular points of interest.

This 1/2-mile trail leads to three of Ocmulgee Mounds' most popular points of interest – the Earth Lodge, the Trading Post site, and the Great Temple Mound Complex.

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HikingArcheologyTradeNative American HeritageScenic ViewsTrailsOcmulgee Mounds National Historical Parkhistorycultureearth lodgeMoundsTrading PostMississippian period

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Details

Duration

30-90 Minutes

Duration Details

The trail distance is 1/2 mile one way.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

The majority of this 1/2 mile trail is paved, with a small section near the Trading Post being grass. The grade is flat other than a slight incline at the beginning leading to the Earth Lodge, another incline on the bridge over the railroad, and one descent on a narrower paved path leading down from the Trading Post towards the Great Temple Mound parking lot.

Pets

Yes — Pets are allowed on the park grounds on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are not permitted in the Visitor Center unless they are a service animal. Please pick up after you dog during your visit.

Reservations

No

Location

Main Trailhead

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