Step into the rich tapestry of history at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, where the whispers of ancient American Indian cultures echo through time. As you explore this revered site, you'll unravel the stories of those who walked these lands for millennia. From the earliest days of the Paleo-Indian Period, when hunters pursued Ice Age mammoths across the terrain, to the dawn of the Mississippian Period around 900 CE, Ocmulgee Mounds has been a place of significance and cultural exchange. It was during this era that the landscape transformed, with the construction of majestic mounds by the elite, structures that stand proudly to this day, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the legacy of the diverse American Indian communities that once thrived here, each leaving their mark on the land and shaping its history. Whether you're drawn to the enigmatic mounds or the stories etched into the very soil beneath your feet, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park invites you to walk in the footsteps of ancient civilizations and discover the enduring spirit of this sacred place.

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Macon has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa). The average high temperature ranges from 46 to 58°F (7.7 to 14.4°C) in January and 82 to 91°F (27.7 to 32.7°C) in July. Winters are mild. Temps ranging from 30 degrees to 50 degrees. Spring is mild but wet. Temps ranging from 50 degrees to low 70 degrees. Summers are hot and very humid. Temp ranging from upper 80 degrees to 100 degrees. Fall is pleasant. Temps ranging from 60 to 80 degrees.