Stone Mountain Memorial Association (SMMA), a State authority that is self-supporting and receives no tax dollars, is responsible for Georgia’s Stone Mountain Park. Since 1998, SMMA has managed the park through a long-term public/ private partnership with Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation (HFEC), a private corporation that manages all commercial operations in the Park –lodging, retail, special events and attractions. SMMA supervises the lease with HFEC, maintains all public areas (the Natural District which makes up two-thirds of the Park, roadways, utilities, etc.), provides public safety, and supports historical and environmental education services within the Park.

SMMA's mission is to preserve, protect and enhance this wonderful 3,200 acre natural resource for the people of Georgia and visitors from around the world.

Crane Fly Orchid! (Tipularia discolor) Look for this perennial herb growing on the forest floor throughout Stone Mountain Park. The purple underside of the leaf is a distinguishing  characteristic of this orchid.  

public notice 

Road Closure (10/1/09): Stonewall Jackson Drive from Venable Lake to the Songbird Habitat is closed until further notice.

The Cherokee Trail is still open From the Children's Playground crossing to the Venable Lake Dam is closed until further notice due to damage to the Howell Lake Dam. The Connector Trail along Venable Lake can be taken as an alternate route.       

Stone Mountain Memorial Association Board Meeting:          The board meeting is usually held the 3rd Monday of the month at Evergreen Conference Center.

Committee meetings at 11am.               Board meeting at 1pm.

The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2010.

Please call 770-498-5611 to make inquiries about the next meeting of the Board.

SMMA Board Meeting minutes

Master Plan Document     pdf

Stone Mountain Park History  pdf

The Songbird Habitat was mowed and disked in February 09. This is the beginning phase of a 3 year plan to remove invasive and nonnative plants from the habitat.

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