Park & garden · Atlanta
Stone Mountain Park: free entry days, tickets & hours
3,200-acre park around the granite dome of Stone Mountain, 16 miles east of downtown Atlanta, with the Walk-Up Trail to the summit, a lake, trails, the Summit Skyride and seasonal festivals.
Independent guide, not the official Stone Mountain website. Official links are under Sources.
Stone Mountain is free to visit.
- Open today 05:00–24:00.
- Almost free: By car: natural areas and trails are free once inside, but a $25 daily parking pass is required.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always freeFree on foot or by bike: enter through the South Woods Gate and use the trails, Walk-Up Trail and lake at no charge | everyone | Natural areas, hiking trails (including the Walk-Up Trail to the summit), picnic areas, lake, playground, Grist Mill, Covered Bridge and Quarry Exhibit are free. Skyride and attractions are paid. | No |
| Free areaBy car: natural areas and trails are free once inside, but a $25 daily parking pass is required | everyone | Daily parking pass $25 per vehicle online (may cost more on site); annual parking pass $40. Re-entry not guaranteed on busy days. | No |
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 05:00–24:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 05:00–24:00 |
| Wed | 05:00–24:00 |
| Thu | 05:00–24:00 |
| Fri | 05:00–24:00 |
| Sat | 05:00–24:00 |
| Sun | 05:00–24:00 |
Park gates open daily 5am to midnight. Paid attractions mostly open on weekends and school holidays; check the park calendar.
1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083, USA
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Sources
Where this comes from
- stonemountainpark.com/tickets-specials/parking/ · checked Wednesday, 28 October 2026
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