In Macon, Georgia visitors will be thrilled to visit Ocmulgee National Monument. This is the only known example of a spiral mound in North America. Native people built the 20-foot high mound for their use during the 14ththrough the 16th centuries.
There is no park entrance fee to visit Ocmulgee National Monument. In addition to the mound, there are over 6 miles of hiking trails and a museum. The museum contains over 2000 artifacts and screens a short movie on the history of the mound.
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- 1. Plan & Book:
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- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
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- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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