Attractions
Adventure Crossing
4350 Wheeler Road
Martinez, Georgia
Adventure Crossing is a newly-renovated family attraction that offers a variety of games, rides, and fun. Located right off I-20 exit 194. The mini-amusement park features a go-cart race track, roller coaster, water zone, Venetian carousel, mini-golf, batting cages, and more. Tickets for rides can be purchased at Adventure Crossing. There are activities available for all ages, so it is ideal for everyone.
Birthday Party Packages • Corporate Outings, Family Reunions, and Private Parties • Private tents and picnic tables are available, as well as live entertainment • Discounts are available for Recreational and Church Teams.
or call (706) 863-3087
Augusta Canal Headgates
Augusta Canal Headgates
Located at Savannah Rapids Park
3300 Evans-to-Locks Road
Martinez GA 30907
1-866-391-7677
This historic area has been designated as a National Heritage Area by the National Park Service. Free of charge, the headgates provides a wonderful place to launch a canoe or kayak for a leisurely trip down the Augusta Canal. Additionally, access to the Canal's tow path is available by way of a pedestrian bridge within steps of a hidden waterfall. A great location for a bike ride, hike, picnic, or all of the above! This is also the home of the Savannah Rapids Regional Visitor Information Center, so please come in and find out about the area's rich history.
Martinez GA 30907
1-866-391-7677
This historic area has been designated as a National Heritage Area by the National Park Service. Free of charge, the headgates provides a wonderful place to launch a canoe or kayak for a leisurely trip down the Augusta Canal. Additionally, access to the Canal's tow path is available by way of a pedestrian bridge within steps of a hidden waterfall. A great location for a bike ride, hike, picnic, or all of the above! This is also the home of the Savannah Rapids Regional Visitor Information Center, so please come in and find out about the area's rich history.
Bartram Trail
Contact the Savannah Rapids Visitors Information Center for a map of the trail through our area
1-866-391-7677
William Bartram was America’s first native born naturalist/artist and the first author in the modern genre of writers who portrayed nature through personal experience as well as scientific observation. Bartram’s momentous southern journey took him from the foothills of the Appalachian mountains to Florida, through the southeastern interior all the way to the Mississippi River. His work thus provides descriptions of the natural, relatively pristine eighteenth-century environment of eight modern states: North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Tennessee. William Bartram published an account of his adventure in 1791. It quickly became an American classic and Bartram's Travels has been described by one scholar as "the most astounding verbal artifact of the early republic."
1-866-391-7677
William Bartram was America’s first native born naturalist/artist and the first author in the modern genre of writers who portrayed nature through personal experience as well as scientific observation. Bartram’s momentous southern journey took him from the foothills of the Appalachian mountains to Florida, through the southeastern interior all the way to the Mississippi River. His work thus provides descriptions of the natural, relatively pristine eighteenth-century environment of eight modern states: North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Tennessee. William Bartram published an account of his adventure in 1791. It quickly became an American classic and Bartram's Travels has been described by one scholar as "the most astounding verbal artifact of the early republic."
Canterbury Trails Equestrian Center
5581 Wrightsboro Road
Grovetown, Georgia
Located off Wrightsboro Road in Grovetown, Georgia, Canterbury Trails Equestrian Center offers 136 beautifully shaded acres for your riding pleasure.
For a tour of the facility, to book a party, schedule a trail ride or check into the lesson program and experience the joy of riding, please call (706) 556-1287.
65 Stalls with Daily Turnout • 200’ x 250’ Lighted Outdoor Arena • Paddocks • 150’ ax 80’ Indoor Arena • Beautiful Gazebo • 2 Round Pens • Exotic Animal Zoo • Covered Birthday Party Areas • Variety of Carriages
Mon - Sat 9:00AM to 6:00PM • Sundays and late hours by appointment.
Grovetown Museum
106 W. Robinson Ave
Grovetown, GA 30813
(706) 863-1867
Restored 100 year old dwelling with 4 galleries of interesting artifacts and detailed exhibits of the Grovetwon area.
Open Saturdays 1-4pm
International Disc Golf Center
3828 Dogwood Lane
Appling, GA 30802-3012
(706) 261-6342
www.pdga.com
Columbia County is the home of the International Disc Golf Center. The new facility (opened in April, 2007) houses the Disc Golf Hall of Fame, the Ed Headrick Memorial Museum filled with an impressive collection of disc golf memorabilia, and a combination Pro Shop and Clubhouse. The staff of the Professional Disc Golf Association staff the facility and provide training for visitors to use the three championship disc golf courses located at
Laurel and Hardy Museum of Harlem, Georgia
250 N. Louisville Street
Harlem, Georgia
(706) 556-0401
toll-free 888-288-9108
www.laurelandhardymuseum.org
250 N. Louisville Street
Harlem, Georgia
(706) 556-0401
toll-free 888-288-9108
www.laurelandhardymuseum.org
Oliver Norville Hardy was born in Harlem, Georgia, a small Columbia County town. His legacy and that of his comedic partner, Stan Laurel, is celebrated every day at the Laurel & Hardy Museum of Harlem, Georgia. The Museum accepts donations for admission and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The city of Harlem celebrates Oliver Hardy annually with the Oliver Hardy Festival. Started in 1989, the Oliver Hardy Festival takes place on the first Saturday of October, and features craft booths, food vendors, a parade, a look-a-like contest, and more. Parking and admission are free to the public, and the festival draws both national and international visitors.
3763 Martinez Blvd.
Martinez, GA 30907
(706) 868-0083
Putt-Putt Golf & Games offers a whole evening worth of fun and games for the entire family. The Putt-Putt course offers two 18 holes courses through a “safari” motif, with elephants, giraffes, etc.
In addition to the golf course, Putt-Putt Golf & Games offers StrikeZone batting cages that can be reserved for team batting practice and a WetZone with “bumper boats” that can hold multiple passengers. There are several games to play in the GameZone, where you can turn your winnings into prizes such as toys, electronics, and fuzzy characters. You can also have fun with the children’s climbing and play maze at PuttPutt’s BusterZone.
The Putt-Putt Snack Shack offers food, beverages, and deserts. Putt-Putt also offers various birthday party packages and special rates for group outings.
For more information, please contact Putt-Putt Golf & Games at (706) 868-0083 or visit the Putt-Putt website at www.puttputt.com
Reed Creek Wetlands Interpretive Center
3820 Park Lane
Martinez, GA 30907
(760) 210-4027
The new Center is a dual use facility available for rent as well as an educational center.
When you visit the facility, you will see displays pertaining to many different topics that relate to the wetlands, such as reptiles, amphibians, wetland plant material, native wetland grasses, wetland waterfowl etc. Displays are rotated so you will learn something new each time you visit. If you're interested in scheduling a tour or having a presentation designed for your specific topic, please contact our onsite Educational Coordinator at: (706) 210-4027 or email her at: sdyer@columbiacountyga.gov.
For more information, please contact Putt-Putt Golf & Games at (706) 868-0083 or visit the Putt-Putt website at www.puttputt.com
Reed Creek Wetlands Interpretive Center
3820 Park Lane
Martinez, GA 30907
(760) 210-4027
The new Center is a dual use facility available for rent as well as an educational center.
When you visit the facility, you will see displays pertaining to many different topics that relate to the wetlands, such as reptiles, amphibians, wetland plant material, native wetland grasses, wetland waterfowl etc. Displays are rotated so you will learn something new each time you visit. If you're interested in scheduling a tour or having a presentation designed for your specific topic, please contact our onsite Educational Coordinator at: (706) 210-4027 or email her at: sdyer@columbiacountyga.gov.
Wildwood Park
6212 Holloway Road
Appling, Georgia
(706) 541-0586
• Three championship disc golf courses
• Horse riding trails
• Picnic area w/2 covered pavilions
• Fishing
• Boat ramps
• RV campsites (Good Sam certified)
• International Disc Golf Center and Disc Golf Hall of Fame
• Swimming Beach