Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
5 nearby · 1 free and dispersed site within 25 mi
Photo: NPS
2 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- CautionRiver Trail periodically closed under I-16The 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.
- Park closureBOARDWALK CLOSED along the River TrailDue 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.
At a glance
- Near the park
- 5 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 1 siteWithin 25 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 5
- Aerial viewCampground
Camp site
12 mi · Macon-Bibb County, GA
- Aerial viewCampground
hunting camp
12 mi · Gordon, GA
Free and dispersed nearby 1
See them on the mapServices nearby: 2 dump stations · 1 rest area
About Ocmulgee Mounds
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American Indians first came here during the Paleo-Indian Period…
Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a prehistoric American Indian site, where many different American Indian cultures occupied this land for thousands of years. American Indians first came here during the Paleo-Indian Period hunting Ice Age mammals. Around 900 CE, the Mississippian Period began, and people constructed mounds for their elite, which remain here today.
Photos: NPS
Things to do
- Biking
- Fishing
- Food
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Hiking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
Plan your visit
Getting there
The park is located in East Macon, along Emery Highway. Enter the park address, 1207 Emery Highway, Macon, GA 31217 to get directions to the site.
Weather
Macon has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa). The average high temperature ranges from 46 to 58°F (7.7 to 14.4°C) in January and 82 to 91°F (27.7 to 32.7°C) in July. Winters are mild. Temps…
Plan your visit
Hours
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park Park grounds and walking trails are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. The Visitor Center and Earth Lodge are open from 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily.
Getting there
The park is located in East Macon, along Emery Highway. Enter the park address, 1207 Emery Highway, Macon, GA 31217 to get directions to the site.
Weather
Macon has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa). The average high temperature ranges from 46 to 58°F (7.7 to 14.4°C) in January and 82 to 91°F (27.7 to 32.7°C) in July. Winters are mild. Temps ranging from 30 degrees to 50 degrees. Spring is mild but wet. Temps ranging from 50 degrees to low 70 degrees. Summers are hot and very humid. Temp ranging from upper 80 degrees to 100 degrees. Fall is pleasant. Temps ranging from 60 to 80 degrees.
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