This is a boardwalk trail that is currently under construction (as of early Feb 2025). A lot of the planks are worn and several sections are closed off, so we were only able to get about a mile in. Good birding. The trail feels pretty remote so I recommend bringing a buddy!
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Freedom Park is an awesome spot for hanging with friends, taking a sunny nap, packing a picnic, you name it. Its situated along the PATH trail which runs all the way from intown Atlanta to Stone Mountain. The park is regularly maintained and it shows! You can venture down the PATH to the Carter Center which is absolutely worth it. And if you’re there on a Saturday morning, catch the Freedom Farmers Market at the Carter Center. This is one of my favorite parts of the city, right in the middle of the Poncey-Highlands, lots of bars, coffee, and good food nearby. Highly recommend!
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Peaceful and an excellent place to go birding at dawn or dusk!
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Loved camping here! Really well-maintained and friendly, welcoming camp hosts. Sites are spacious and well-spaced apart. Most sites have a view of the water. Really peaceful and nice amenities. Great place for a first time camper or seasoned pros!
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This is a special urban oasis. Unfortunately since growing in popularity over the years, the waterfall area is not as well-kept. Still, the forest is so peaceful, lots of opportunities for spotting cool birds. A good place to trail run too!
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East Point Path is a 1.4 mile long paved bike/walking path that connects several charming neighborhoods in East Point. Stay on the path and pass by blooming trees, locally-painted murals, the East Point Historical Society, and Dick Lane Velodrome! If you get hungry, East Point Bistro is open during the day for inexpensive and affordable breakfast/lunch dishes. If you start on the southside of the trail, your ride will be mostly uphill. Bonus: It’s likely you’ll have the path to yourself!
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Neighborhood loop through a reaidential neighborhood with good hills for conditioning!
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Chill, easy kayaking. If you don’t have a kayak, Appalachian Outfitters is close by and will coordinate launch and pick up. Love this river during the warmer months. Definitely less crowded than the Chattahoochee and some easy, fun, small rapids.
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The grounds are beautiful and so peaceful. We enjoyed a picnic by the river. Rich history. A great, educational place for families too.
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This is quite an extensive trail taking you through remote sections of the woods, along the lake, and through big grassy meadows. Great for a sunny day hike - lots of chances for birding and wildlife spotting as the trail is generally not too crowded. Most of this trail is fairly level making it pretty accessible to hikers of all levels. Trail markings could be improved so I suggest downloading the route beforehand or using a compass! We ended up walking a total of about 7.2 miles perhaps due to missing a trail marking. Ft Yargo’s visitor center is great and this trail leaves from the picnic area making it the perfect spot to pack a lunch and enjoy the lakeside views.
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Beautiful trail! You wouldn’t know it is so heavily trafficked given how well it is maintained. The gorge is fantastic and well worth the hike! It’s easy to climb down closer to the water too for a good meditation station. Highly recommend!
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Park is definitely family-oriented. Very very well-maintained. Campsites are a good size and not too close together, unless you want to be creekside (those are a bit closer together). Extremely clean facilities. Recommended!
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Not sure why but people tend to shy away from this trail. True gem starting in Vogel State Park. Recommend grabbing a campsite there too as it is very well-maintained! This hike is moderate but on the easy side of moderate, excellent view of the lake, and the trail is well-maintained. If you're looking for a backpacking venture, you can catch the Coosa Backcountry trail off of this one.
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Wow! The rock formations here are unreal. The raw red rock is really beautiful against the green wooded areas. There are really great overlooks which allowed my senior in-laws to cash in on some canyon views without difficulty. Lots of spots to have a picnic too. Given this is a park full of canyons, be ready to descend (knee-killer) and climb!
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This is one of my favorite North Georgia hikes. I've taken several "non-adventurous" friends on it and they all rave about it. The tumbling cascades are beautiful and the hike is pretty easy-moderate. You may not get to see the actual Raven Cliff waterfall if it's a dry season but there's so much water along the way it doesn't take away from the hike at all. Highly recommend!
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There's a nice bit of variety in the High Falls trail system. Great for families or the solo adventurer...you have a big chance of seeing some wildlife here! I saw some deer, blue jays, hawks, and snakes! Highly recommend.
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Lovely, easy intown hike. Despite the name, there are more than just doll heads to check out! Plenty of art installations, flora, and fauna. Catching the sunset over the marsh-like area is wonderful--highly recommend! FYI if you venture here in the hotter months and are prone to mosquito bites, be sure to wear repellent!
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Mt. LeConte is an awesome hike and such a great workout. It's a very popular hike so you won't have the trail to yourself, but the views are totally worth it. There's something for everyone - water, switchbacks, and wildflowers! There's an option to stay in the lodging at the top (book ahead) or buy a sack lunch. I did this hike in the rain and still loved every minute of it.
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Bring a headlamp and start your walk up a half-hour or so before sunset! You can see the multiple ATL skylines from the top and get some breathtaking photos. Fun for the whole family.
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I had the pleasure of visiting Wind Cave NP on my cross country road trip. Such an underrated park with fantastic wildlife viewing and yes, the most perfect sunsets! Those rolling hills are breathtaking. What's really awesome about this NP is that you can adventure off-trail whenever/wherever you want. Highly recommend.
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This is a nice spot to get an unobstructed view of a beautiful waterfall. No hiking and not much exploring. I ventured off into the woods a little bit, but could not go very far. Would not go out of your way to see this waterfall (especially because there is a fee), but a nice stop to bring your non-adventurous family to see.
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One of my favorite parts of the AT. A steady ascent but well worth it at the top. Lots of good boulders along the way for a picnic with a view. Loved running into thru-hikers.
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