In the modern world, it can sometimes feel like there are no mysteries left. After all, we have basically all the knowledge known to man available in our pockets at any time, so what’s left to discover? However, there are still some unknowns out there, and a few of them are right here in the Peach State! One of the most baffling archaeological finds in Georgia is at the beautiful Fort Mountain State Park. This park offers great opportunities for recreation and is also home to a mysterious wall whose history is largely unknown.
Fort Mountain State Park spans approximately 4,000 acres between Chatsworth and Ellijay. The park is named after the massive wall here, though it’s admittedly more of a marker than a fort.
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The ancient wall is located atop the mountain and measures an impressive 885 feet in length. It was made using rocks from the nearby area, but little else is known with certainty about this mysterious structure.
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Some archaeologists theorize it was made by local Native Americans around AD 500 and served in religious rituals.
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There are plenty of rumors surrounding the wall, including that it was once a fort for Hernando de Soto’s conquistadors.
Gyan Ranjan/Google Maps Others believe it was built by the moon-eyed people that feature prominently in Cherokee folktales. The moon-eyed people’s actual existence is a hotly-debated topic, but they are said to be short people who lived in the Appalachian Mountains until they were defeated by the Cherokee.
The purpose served by the wall and its actual age may be in question, but one thing’s for sure: this is an amazingly beautiful park.
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You’ll find miles of trails to explore here, including hikes that follow alongside the wall as it meanders through the park.
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Between this place’s natural beauty and archaeological mystery, this is one state park in Georgia that definitely belongs on your bucket list!
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You can learn more about Fort Mountain State Park from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
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Others believe it was built by the moon-eyed people that feature prominently in Cherokee folktales. The moon-eyed people’s actual existence is a hotly-debated topic, but they are said to be short people who lived in the Appalachian Mountains until they were defeated by the Cherokee.
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Address: Fort Mountain State Park, 181 Fort Mountain State Park Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705, USA
