This cache is placed with permission. Please follow all park rules, noting that the park is open Dawn to Dusk (no night caching, please).
Cell service will be limited in various areas on the AMNHA Geo-Path. Please plan accordingly.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO RED CROW, BOO2931, AND NIXANT FOR BEING THE FTF!
AMNHA Geo-Path Series
AMNHA: Rocks on the Rockdale
Passport:
Geo-Path
Series: Panola Mountain Pathways
Password: Located in the logbook
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Parking Options: See waypoints (paid or free)
This search will bring you along the trail southeast of Alexander Lake in Panola Mountain State Park.
The cache is located just off the Rockdale River Trail.
Enjoy the scenery as you hike or bike these trails.
The Rockdale River Trail can be strenuous at times, so be sure to carry plenty of water.
Please re-hide the cache carefully so others can enjoy the experience as well.
The large rocks along the Rockdale River Trail are part of Panola Mountain State Park’s fascinating geological landscape.
Panola Mountain itself is a 100-acre granite outcrop that rises more than 260 feet above the South River
and is recognized as a National Natural Landmark.
As you explore the Rockdale River Trail, you will encounter exposed rock faces, boulders, and granite formations
that reveal the area’s deep geological history. These features were shaped by natural forces over millions of years,
offering a close-up look at the processes that formed the Piedmont region.
For those interested in learning more, the park offers the Outcrop Trail, a 0.75-mile loop that leads to an overlook
with expansive views of Panola Mountain and the surrounding landscape. Interpretive signage along the trail explains
the geological processes and highlights the unique ecosystems found on the granite outcrop.
To help protect this delicate environment, guided hikes to the summit of Panola Mountain are available by reservation.
These guided experiences provide deeper insight into the rare plants, wildlife, and geological significance of the area.
Exploring the Rockdale River Trail offers a meaningful connection to both the natural beauty and ancient history of
Panola Mountain State Park.
Are You Ready to Find More Geocaches?
Come explore the
Arabia Mountain PATH
and earn trackable prizes along the way.
The
AMNHA Geo-PATH
is a geocaching program spread across more than 30 miles of the Arabia Mountain PATH hike and bike trail.
Many geocaches are waiting to be discovered.
Download the passports
Geocaching Adventures Passport
Each cache is classified into one of the following series:
• Adventure Labs
• Arabia Mountain Adventures
• Geocaching 101
• GeoTour
• Lands Less Visited
• Lithonia's Historic Hike
• Panola Mountain Pathways
• Past and Present Passages
• South River Stroll
Completed the passports?
Choose one of the following options to claim your prize:
Scan and email the Arabia Alliance Team
Scan and mail to the Arabia Alliance office
Additional Links
Trail Maps and
Landmarks
Learn and
Activities
Tips for Hiking in the Summer Heat
Tips for Avoiding Ticks
Winter Hikes and Winter Wildlife
Waypoints and
Adding or Viewing Coordinates
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