About Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor Center
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park Park grounds and walking trails from 8:00 to 5:00 pm daily. The Visitor Center and Earth Lodge are open from 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily.
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Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor Center
Macon, Georgia · Bibb County · Facility
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park Park grounds and walking trails from 8:00 to 5:00 pm daily. The Visitor Center and Earth Lodge are open from 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily.
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Weather at Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor Center
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
92°/71°
💧 7%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:44 AM ↓ 8:37 PM
Mon
Overcast
95°/74°
💧 3%🌬 15mph
↑ 6:45 AM ↓ 8:36 PM
Tue
Overcast
103°/76°
💧 4%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:45 AM ↓ 8:36 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
101°/80°
💧 8%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:46 AM ↓ 8:35 PM
Thu
Clear
100°/73°
💧 6%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:47 AM ↓ 8:34 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
Take I-16 to exit 2, Turn left unto Coliseum Dr. stay in right lane turn right unto Emery Hwy go 1 mile and the park will be on your right
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor Center
Heading to Ocmulgee Mounds Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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