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Fernbank Forest

Nature preserve

4.7(246 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM
Fernbank Forest

About

Old-growth forest for hiking & education. 65-acre old-growth hardwood forest offers nature hikes, native wildlife & a natural history museum.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Fernbank Forest:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    767 Clifton Rd N E, Atlanta, GA 30307
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    Phone
    (404) 929-6300
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–4:30 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–4:30 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

Nearby

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