Polar Bear Plunge

Tallulah Gorge State Park | 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
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A community winter plunge at the beach day-use area, with warm beverages available afterward. Spectators are welcome. Pre-registration is available for participants and includes a commemorative shirt and park day pass.

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