Georgia
Providence Canyon State Park
Providence Canyon
An 1,100 acre monument to poor
farming practices, Providence
Canyon is one of the natural
wonders of the Peach State.
Small farms once dotted these hilltops in
Southwest Georgia. In fact, erosion resulting
from poor farming practices helped create
these magnificent canyons that now attract
visitors from all over the world.
The soil here is remarkably soft, and when
water runs across it, rapid erosion can take
place. And take place it did at Providence
Canyon!
The park preserves 1,100 acres of beautiful
canyon scenery. The canyons themselves
are up to 150 feet deep, and a nature trail
leads around the rim and down to the bottom.
An interpretive center provides outstanding
displays on how the canyons formed and
outlines the history of the park. The canyons
have attracted tens of thousands through the
years, including World War II hero General
George S. Patton who came here while
stationed at Fort Benning near Columbus.
A series of interpretive signs also help tell
the story of Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon."
Providence Canyon State Park is
located seven miles west of
Lumpkin, Georgia, on Highway 39C
off U.S. Highway 27.
The park is open year-round and
includes the canyons, historical sites,
hiking trails, picnic areas, an
interpretive center, camping and
other attractions.
