Lumpkin in Stewart County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Providence Canyons
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Trickles of water running down old Indian paths to springs formed the Providence Canyons, natural wonders of the Southeast.
These canyons, named for an old church that had to be moved out of their path, are often called “Little Grand Canyons” because of brilliant color effects of the 43 different soils revealed in the walls. These vari-colored walls and sharp pinnacles make the view awe-inspiring.
The canyons cover several hundred acres. The largest is a half mile long, 300 feet wide and 150 feet deep.
Erected 1953 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 128-1.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Natural Features. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list.
Location. 32° 3.168′ N, 84° 47.933′ W. Marker is in Lumpkin, Georgia, in Stewart County. Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street (Georgia Route 39 Connector Road) and Chestnut Street (Old U.S. 27), on the right when traveling east on Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lumpkin GA 31815, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Masonic Female College (here, next to this marker); John Wellborn Root Birthplace Site (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bedingfield Inn (approx. ¼ mile away); Our Soldiers (approx. ¼ mile away); County Courthouse (approx. 0.3 miles away); Lumpkin and Stewart County (approx. 0.3 miles away); Stewart County Academy and Masonic Building (approx. 0.3 miles away); Westville Symposium / Academic Pioneers (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lumpkin.
Also see . . .
1. Providence Canyon. New Georgia Encyclopedia website entry (Submitted on August 26, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia.)
2. Providence Canyon State Outdoor Recreation Area. Providence Canyons was formerly a state park, but the Visitors' Center has been closed. It is now a State Outdoor Recreation Area. Providence Canyons continue to expand, from the effects of erosion. (Submitted on August 26, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on November 19, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 22, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 720 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 22, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. 4. submitted on November 19, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.