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	Stone Mountain, Dekalb County, Georgia
		The Stone Mountain Covered Bridge was moved from Athens, Georgia to the park in 1965 at a cost of $18,000.
		Across the street from the parking lot for the bridge is "Raising a Ledge," an outdoor museum on the granite industry that thrived on Stone Mountain from 1845 until the late 1950's.
		Stone Mountain Inn, also run by Marriott, is a smaller facility close to the laser show, Antebellum Plantation and Crossroads, that is more family oriented.
	ngeorgia.com /attractions/stonemountainpark.html (1500 words)

	Stone Mountain travel guide - Wikitravel
		Stone Mountain is in Dekalb County, Georgia and is nearly considered a district of Atlanta.
		Stone Mountain retains its small town feel despite being so close to one of the biggest cities in the Southern United States.
		Stone Mountain, the city, is due East of Atlanta on Stone Mountain Parkway, which is just north of Interstate 20.
	wikitravel.org /en/Stone_Mountain (1404 words)

	Flatliners Southeast Climbing - North Carolina - Stone Mountain
		Stone Mountain State Park is located northwest of the town of Elkin, North Carolina, near the Virginia border in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
		Stone Mountain State Park is tucked away in the mountains near the northern border of North Carolina, only a few miles from Virginia.
		Climbing at Stone Mountain is enhanced in difficulty by the featureless nature of the acres of white granite.
	www.southeastclimbing.com /climbing_areas/north_carolina/stone_mt.htm (1472 words)

	Stone Mountain Park
		Stone Mountain is one of the largest granite formations in the east.
		Stone Mountain is the result of an igneous intrusion and the light gray, fine- to medium-grained granite that formed is made up of quartz, plagioclase, microcline, muscovite, and biotite.
		The mountain’s prominence over the current landscape is simply due to the fact that the granite is far more resistant to erosion than the surrounding landscape.
	members.tripod.com /georgiageosciences/stone_mountain_park.htm (542 words)

	Stone Mountain NC Trails (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		From the bottom of the falls to the trail head near the base of Stone Mountain the trail is nearly level.
		At the base of Stone Mountain you are one half of a mile from the trail head and the parking lot.
		Stone Mountain State Park is 45 miles north of Statesville, NC.
	hikingthecarolinas.com /stone.php (922 words)

	Stone Mountain - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The carving on the mountain was conceived in 1909 by Helen Plane, United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) Atlanta chapter president.
		Ku Klux Klan activities at Stone Mountain are deep-rooted, although the original conception of the memorial pre-dates the 1915 revival of the Klan.
		The Confederate Hall, operated directly by the Stone Mountain Memorial Association, is a museum that educates park guests and local students on the geology and ecology of Stone Mountain, together with the history of the war in Georgia.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Stone_Mountain (2290 words)

	Georgia's Stone Mountain Park \| Museum/Attraction Review \| Atlanta \| Frommers.com
		A monolithic gray granite outcropping (the world's largest) carved with a massive monument to the Confederacy, Stone Mountain is a distinctive landmark on Atlanta's horizon and the focal point of its major recreation area, which includes 3,200 acres of lakes and beautiful wooded parkland.
		Stone Mountain itself was formed about 300 million years ago, when intense heat and pressure caused molten material just below the earth's surface to push upward.
		Stone Mountain is one of the most beautiful parks in the nation.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/atlanta/A21857.html (1329 words)

	Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta, GA - AOL City Guide
		But Stone Mountain is, in fact, a huge hunk of exposed granite -- a rare and astounding example of an exfoliated dome, to all you fans of geology.
		The huge face of the mountain is the staging area for the very popular Lasershow Spectacular.
		Of all the recreational opportunities the Atlanta area has to offer, Stone Mountain is surely the most comprehensive.
	search.cityguide.aol.com /atlanta/entertainment/stone-mountain-park/v-63123 (500 words)

	Coasterimage.com - Stone Mountain Park
		Stone Mountain Park is located 16 miles east of downtown Atlanta.
		Stone Mountain is 3200 acres of outdoor fun.
		The mountain itself is the world's largest mass of exposed granite and the north side feature the world's largest high relief carving.
	www.coasterimage.com /features/stonemountain/index.htm (210 words)

	BC Parks - Stone Mountain Provincial Park, Northern British Columbia
		Stone Mountain Provincial Park is 87 miles (140 km) west of Fort Nelson along the Alaska Hwy.
		Much of the park lies in the alpine tundra biogeoclimatic zone, which means that trees are scarce and mountains of little more than solid rock reach for the sky.
		Stone Mountain Provincial Park is located 140 km west of Fort Nelson along the Alaska Highway.
	www.britishcolumbia.com /parks/?id=168 (707 words)

	Stone Mountain State Park, a North Carolina State Park near Elkin, North Wilkesboro
		Stone Mountain Loop Trail: This strenuous loop first leads hikers.75 miles to the summit of Stone Mountain then continues 1.25 miles to the top of Stone Mountain Falls.
		Long before becoming a state park, Stone Mountain was settled by families of English, German, Irish, French and Scotch-Irish descent who built the log homes, farms, mills, churches and schools needed for self-sufficient communities.
		Stone Mountain State Park is located in Wilkes and Alleghany counties, seven miles southwest of Roaring Gap.
	www.stateparks.com /stone_mountain.html (2115 words)

	MotorHome Magazine : Short Stops
		Here we learned that Stone Mountain, located 16 miles east of Atlanta, Georgia, and covering 583 acres, is the largest isolated body of exposed granite in the world.
		The second Stone Mountain sculptor, Augustus Lukeman, began in 1925, but by 1928 funds had been depleted and work was halted for 36 years.
		The Stone Mountain Scenic Railroad is a great way to see the area on a narrated five-mile tour around the base of the mountain.
	www.motorhomemagazine.com /shortstops/0010stone.cfm (959 words)

	Ministry of Environment - Stone Mountain
		Stone Mountain Provincial Park, 25,691 hectares of mountain wilderness, introduces Alaska Highway travellers to spectacular landscapes and incredible wildlife viewing opportunities in the northern Rocky Mountains.
		Firewood can be purchased in the park or you may bring your own wood.Fees for firewood are set locally and may vary from park to park.
		To preserve vegetation and ground cover, please don't gather firewood from the area around your campsite or elsewhere in the park (this is a ticketable offence under the Park Act).
	www.env.gov.bc.ca /bcparks/explore/parkpgs/stone.html (757 words)

	Stone Mountain Park - Complete Stone Mountain Park Georgia Visitor Guide
		Among the stars of Stone Mountain Park is a three-acre sculpture of three Confederate leaders — Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee and "Stonewall" Jackson — carved into the side of the mountain.
		Attractions at Stone Mountain Park Georgia include the Crossroads, a re-creation of a Southern town in the 1870s; an Antebellum Plantation and Farmyard, featuring authentic antebellum buildings; and The Great Barn, an indoor play area for children.
		Stone Mountain Park Georgia is located approximately 16 miles east of Atlanta.
	www.escapetothesoutheast.com /GA-ATT-Stone-Mt.asp (392 words)

	Welcome to the DeKalb Convention & Visitors Bureau (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Stone Mountain Park is one of the United States' most popular attractions, hosting over four million visitors annually and home to the largest exposed piece of granite in the world.
		DeKalb’s Stone Mountain Park is home to a variety of scenic, historic, recreational and leisure attractions.
		Stone Mountain Park is located off U.S. Highway 78, just 16 miles east of downtown Atlanta, Georgia.
	www.dcvb.org /stonemountain.html (847 words)

	DCVB - Stone Mountain Park
		Home to the largest exposed piece of granite in the world and Georgia’s newest attraction, Stone Mountain Park is one of the United States' most popular attractions, hosting over 4 million visitors annually.
		Visitors can explore the Park's 3,200 acres of lakes and woodlands, several attractions including their latest attraction Crossroads, as well as a variety of recreational activities including golf, tennis, swimming, boating, and hiking.
		DeKalb’s Stone Mountain Park is also home to a variety of scenic, historic, recreational and leisure attractions.
	www.dcvb.org /Tempsite/stonemountain.html (602 words)

	Stone Mountain Park
		The century-old Grist Mill was moved to the Stone Mountain Park from its original site near Ellijay, Georgia several years ago and is one of the most picturesque spots in the Park, along with the nearby Covered Bridge that connects a small island with the rest of the park.
		Stone Mountain Family Campground combines the splendor of nature with as much or as little modern convenience as you like.
		Stone Mountain Park is filled with numbers places for dining, both for when you want something quick or a snack, and when you want to sit down for a meal.
	www.gettingaway.com /directory/us/GA/todo/stonemt.htm (1312 words)

	Stone Mountain State Park NC
		One of the greatest fishing opportunities in Stone Mountain is the delayed harvest waters on the East Prong Roaring River.
		With great road access throughout the park and very clean entry trails, Stone Mountain makes an ideal destination for families.
		Spring is the optimal time to go to Stone Mountain with the temperatures being the most conducive for fish and fisherman.
	thefishhound.com /nc-state-parks/stonemtnpark.html (607 words)

	Rock Solid Love Affair: Stone Mountain Park \| Georgia
		Stone Mountain is literally that—not just any old hill, but one of the planet’s most amazing works of nature: the world’s largest exposed granite monolith.
		In 1958 the Georgia General Assembly bought the mountain and surrounding land and set aside a state park to be used as a recreation and preservation area.
		Today the 3,200-acre park is a wonderland of scenic beauty occupied by lakes, meadows, and woodlands, which provide homes to a variety of animals and endangered species.
	www.trails.com /tcatalog_trail.asp?trailid=XGP301-019 (403 words)

	Stone Mountain Park, Atlanta
		In the centre of the park is Stone Mountain, an 863 ft high mass of exposed granite with a circumference of 5 mi.
		On the east flank of the hill is an equestrian relief, hewn from the rock between 1923 and 1970, depicting the three Confederate leaders, President Jefferson Davis and his two generals, Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee.
		Confederate war leaders carved on Stone Mountain in Atlanta.
	www.planetware.com /atlanta/stone-mountain-park-us-ga-smp.htm (168 words)

	Stone Mountain State Park
		Stone Mountain State Park is located between Sparta and Elkins, North Carolina just off U.S. In the western foothills just east of the Blue Ridge in Northwestern North Carolina near the Virginia border.
		Stone Mountain State Park is loaded with 'goodies' for the hiker!
		The Stone Mtn., loop trail takes you climbing over the rock cliffs (this trail is quite steep but you can do it with just a good pair of hiking boots.
	www.fortunecity.com /greenfield/beaver/2/id43.htm (126 words)

	Division of Parks and Recreation--Stone Mountain State Park
		Stone Mountain is not immediately visible upon entering the park that bears its name, but this magnificent 600-foot granite dome is well worth the wait.
		White-tailed deer emerge from the security of the forest to graze on meadow grasses at the mountain's base.
		Designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1975, Stone Mountain is bounded on the north by the Blue Ridge Parkway and on the west by the Thurmond Chatham Game Lands.
	ils.unc.edu /parkproject/visit/stmo/home.html (142 words)

	Stone Mountain Park - Hotel and Resort Travel Deals
		Savannah Suites Stone Mountain is located just a few miles from Historic Stone Mountain Park where you can experience fun for the whole family year round.
		Stone Mountain Park offers breathtaking scenery, forestland, pristine lakes, miles of nature trails, spectacular flora and a variety of recreational activities on three thousand...
		The Metro Extended Stay Hotel of Stone Mountain is conveniently located just four miles from Stone Mountain Park, an Atlanta theme park that has become a favorite family vacation...
	www.nextag.com /stone-mountain-park/search-html (467 words)

	Stone Mountain State Park
		If you just want to see Stone Mountain Falls and want the shortest route, park in the area on the left just past the visitors center, take the spur trail up to Stone Mountain Loop Trail, then head left down to the top of the falls.
		Left goes up to the summit of Stone Mountain and this trail is extremely steep and very strenuous towards the top.
		Not too far down the trail are the old buildings of the Hutchinson Homestead and a nice view of the south side of Stone Mountain.
	www.ncwaterfalls.com /stone_mtn1.htm (610 words)

	GoCityKids Atlanta \| Stone Mountain Park
		The Stone Mountain Scenic Railroad departs from a scale replica of the 19th century downtown Atlanta depot and takes visitors on a five-mile excursion around the mountain's base aboard a full size, diesel locomotive pulling open-air train cars.
		The Discovering Stone Mountain Museum, located in Memorial Hall, enables visitors to see the carving and experience the chronological journey from Stone Mountain's past to its present.
		Biking, jogging, and hiking can be pursued on the Park's 15 miles of sidewalks, miles of nature trails, and the famous 1.3 mile hike to the top of the mountain.
	www.gocitykids.com /browse/attraction.jsp?id=26196 (1183 words)

	Stone Mountain Park: Georgia theme park in Atlanta
		Stay at the Marriott Stone Mountain Inn or Evergreen Marriott resort, or spend the night in a tent or your RV at the largest Georgia campground.
		Let Stone Mountain plan and host your company picnic or family reunion at a covered outdoor pavilion.
		Stone Mountain is open year-round, but attraction hours vary by season.
	www.stonemountainpark.com (352 words)

	Stone Mountain Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Stone Mountain Campground just outside Atlanta, Georgia is a nice, yet cramped campground.
		Campers receive a water taxi pass at check in that allows them to ride the taxi to the park for free.
		Admission to the park is around $18.00 for adults and $15.00 for children.
	users.chartertn.net /kevnton/stone_mountain_park.htm (140 words)

	Stone Mountain State Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The mission of the state parks system is to conserve and protect representative examples of the natural beauty, ecological features and recreational resources of statewide significance; to provide outdoor recreation opportunities in a safe and healthy environment; and to provide environmental education opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural heritage.
		There is also an impressive view of Stone Mountain from the outside deck and viewing area.
		Contact the park for more information about the park's EELE and other environmental education programs and activities for the general public.
	www.eenorthcarolina.org /eecenters/centers/stonemountainsp.htm (336 words)

	Stone Mountain - Complete Stone Mountain Park, Georgia Visitors Guide
		Take a riverboat cruise, hop aboard the Stone Mountain Scenic Railroad for a five-mile journey, enjoy an incredible view of Atlanta on the Skylift or visit the Great Barn and the 1800s town of Crossroads.
		Other attractions at Stone Mountain Park include the Lasershow Spectacular, golf, a plantation, museums and much more.
		Stone Mountain Park, Georgia is perfect for your next Atlanta vacation.
	www.atlanta.net /visitors/stone-mountain.html (190 words)

	3 - Stone Mountain Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The Stone Mountain Tour is available from April through October.
		The Stone Mountain Laser Show is available June, July and August evenings.
		For an ASA tour to the show, advance reservations and a minimum of 15 people are required.
	www.americansightseeingatl.com /HTML/stone.htm (97 words)

	STONE MOUNTAIN PARK: Stone Mountain, Georgia - Family Travel News
		ome to Stone Mountain, in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and enjoy family fun and fabulous rates at the Evergreen Marriott Resort, with the value-added Stone Mountain Family Escape!® Package.
		Four waterslides including the Mountain Screamer and the Southern Pipeline make for cool summer fun for the entire family.
		Other activities involve taking a swing at the world-class 16-court tennis complex that served as the venue for the 1996 Summer Olympics; sharpening skills on 36 championship holes; or taking advantage of a mind, body and soul rejuvenation with a visit to The Spa at Evergreen.
	www.familytravelguides.com /gazette/05.15.05/1.html (217 words)

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