Conyers, Georgia

Half Day
Suggested Itinerary
Georgia International Horse Park
Serving as the 1996 Centennial Olympic
Games venue, today you may catch an event
such as an equestrian competition, festival,
concert, or sports competition. 1400 acres
with horse and bike trails, RV camping,
Arboretum garden, golfing, hotel lodging, a
nature center and geocaching.
1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy, Conyers GA 30013
www.georgiahorsepark.com • 770-860-4190
Directions to Conyers Welcome Center
Big Haynes Creek Nature Center
FROM ATLANTA
173 acres of the GIHP has been designated as
a nature preserve devoted to the preservation
and study of native plants and wildlife. Enjoy
walking the trails, canoeing, and watching
wildlife from the observation platform
overlooking the wetlands. Open year round
to the public from sunrise to sunset.
• Take I-20 West (towards Atlanta) to Exit#80, West Avenue
• Turn left onto West Avenue
• At the third light, turn right onto Green Street
• Turn left at the next light onto Center Street.
• Cross over the railroad tracks and turn right onto Railroad St.
1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy, Conyers GA 30013
www.georgiahorsepark.com • 770-860-4190
Cherokee Run Golf Club & Dining
Our destination golf course is nestled in the
rolling hills of Rockdale County and located
within the GIHP. Join us for breakfast and/or
lunch at Cherokee Run Golf Club 7 days a
week. Breakfast & Lunch: 8am - 6pm daily.
Sunday brunch from 11a.m.-2:30p.m.
(each Sunday). Reservations accepted.
The Conyers Welcome Center at the Olde Town Depot will be on your right.
FROM AUGUSTA
• Take I-20 West (towards Atlanta) to Exit#80, West Avenue
• Turn right onto West Avenue
• At the third light, turn right onto Green Street
• Turn left at the next light onto Center Street.
• Cross over the railroad tracks and turn right onto Railroad St.
The Conyers Welcome Center at the Olde Town Depot will be on your right.
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Conyers, Georgia
1595 Centennial Olympic Pkwy, Conyers GA 30013
www.cherokeerungolfclub.com • 770-785-7904
Arboretum at the GIHP
Family & Budget Friendly Itineraries
Buses & Group Tours Welcomed
Stroll through the arboretum (“garden
of trees” in Latin) located on the GIHP
grounds. Offering a 5-acre patch of woods
with walking trails. Posts and plaques are
dedicated to particular trees within the area
to deceased loved ones and friends. Also
geocaching, horse & bike trails at the GIHP!
1-800-CONYERS
conyersga.com
1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy, Conyers GA 30013
www.georgiahorsepark.com • 770-860-4190
The Welcome Center is open Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm
People to See, Places To Go, Things To Do
One - Two Day Suggested Itinerary
Welcome to Conyers! We are so
glad you chose Conyers, Georgia
as your get away destination.
Whether you enjoy the outdoors
with walking trails, mountain
biking, hiking, camping,
geocaching, horseback trails,
horse competitions, sporting events, parks, river trails, gardens,
golfing, Georgia Civil War Heritage Trail, historic homes, festivals,
parades, summer concerts and film series - you’ll find something
for everyone. You may even spot a celebrity or
two as Conyers has become a popular backdrop
for many TV and film productions. Spend a day,
a weekend, or a lifetime, we’d love to meet you.
2625 Hwy 212 SW Conyers, GA 30094 • www.trappist.net • 770-483-8705
Let’s Get Social
901 Railroad Street Conyers, GA 30012 • conyersga.com • 770-602-2606
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While planning your visit to Conyers, be sure to check
the websites for Calendar of Events. There are several
events open to the public your group may enjoy!
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Monastery of the Holy Spirit
A Community of Trappist Monks.
Monastic Heritage Center, Historic
Museum, Cafe, Lake with Picnic Area,
Bonsai Garden, Abbey Gifts & Bookstore,
Abbey Garden Center, Abbey Church and
Retreat House with a natural green burial
grounds of Honey Creek Woodlands..
Welcome Center & Train Depot
Directory provided at The Welcome Center!
Make the Welcome Center located
in the historic Train Depot one of
your first stops. Along with maps
and brochures, our knowledgeable
staff can help you plan your visit.
Open Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.
Dining in Olde Town
Directory provided at The Welcome Center!
American, Thai, Mexican, Irish Pub,
Deli, Old Fashioned Soda Fountain,
Southern Cuisine, Soul Food, Bar,
Bakery, Coffee Shop, Ice Cream
Parlor - Something for Everyone!
Half Day Suggested Itinerary
Haralson Mill Covered Bridge
This bridge is the first of its kind to
be built in Georgia since the 1890s.
This bridge is 150 feet long and 36 feet
wide. It’s truss is styled with decorative
lattice, and goes over Mill Rock Creek.
There’s a parking area, as well as a 1.75
mile scenic nature trail. Open to public.
4400 Haralson Mill Rd. Conyers, GA 30013 • rockdalecounty.org • 770-278-7000
Walk of Heroes Veterans
Memorial Park (Closed on Wed.)
In a park setting, the memorial park
provides a self-paced and self-guided
tour that is located on a 3 acre site
adjacent to Black Shoals Park & Lake
entrance. A botanical garden and
public restrooms are also on site.
3001 Black Shoals Rd, Conyers, GA 30012 • walkofheroes.org • 404-401-7142
Black Shoals Park &
Randy Poynter Lake
Located in North Rockdale and includes
areas for picnicking, hiking, and a 650 acre
reservoir. A great place for fishing, boating
(no gas motors allowed) and canoeing.
A fishing pier, bank fishing, a boat ramp
are available, as well as a pavilion.
901 Railroad Street Conyers, GA 30012 • conyersga.com • 770-602-2606
3001 Black Shoals Rd, Conyers, GA 30012 • rockdalecounty.org • 770-761-1611
Things You Can Do in Olde Town
A Day or Weekend...So Many Options!
The Dinky Locomotive
Historic Train Depot
Souvenirs
Dining
Bar/Pub
Shopping
Botanical Garden
Waterfall and Koi Pond
Olde Jail Museum Tour (by appt.)
Georgia Civil War Heritage Trail
PATH Walking & Bike Trail
Library
Award Winning Festival
SFEA - Kaleidoscope Awards
& STS - Top 20 Events