National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Georgia. The NPS currently lists 2 active alerts (1 closure), 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Georgia National Historical Park No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

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Great Temple and Lesser Temple Mound · Photo: NPS (via nps.gov)

About the park

“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.”

Active alerts

2

Closures

1

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

2 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 1 caution and 0 information.

Closure

BOARDWALK CLOSED along the River Trail

Due 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.

Posted or updated Mar 12, 2024 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Caution

River Trail periodically closed under I-16

The 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.

Posted or updated Apr 12, 2025 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

A dirt path through woods leading to a wooden bridge.
Photo: NPS/Martinson

Bartram Trail

A 3/4th mile hike through woods between the Southeast Mound and the Visitor Center.

20-40 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

A close-up shot of one of the biking trails in the park.
Photo: NPS/Martinson

Biking at Ocmulgee Mounds

Biking is a great way to experience Ocmulgee Mounds while getting in some exercise.

Year-round Pets allowed

Biking

A flat, dirt path leading through woods.
Photo: NPS/Martinson

Cornfield Mound Trail

A short, grassy trail connecting the Earth Lodge to the Heritage Trail.

5-10 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

See all 14 things to do in Ocmulgee Mounds →

Activities the NPS lists for Ocmulgee Mounds.

BikingFishingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingGift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating 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.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park Grounds
DayHours
Monday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday8:00AM - 5:00PM

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.

Contact and directions

Phone
4787528257
Email
[email protected]
Address
1207 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217
Coordinates
32.8382, -83.6022· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor CenterDaily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM4787528257 ext. 222Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Nearest other NPS sites

Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/ocmu/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.