Explore Smithgall Woods State Park near Helen, hiking to tumbling waterfalls, gold mines, and the rocky, scenic creek bed of Dukes Creek. Follow our favorite hikes at the park: the Martin’s Mine Trail, Cathy Ellis Waterfall Trail, Ash Creek Trail, and the Smithgall Wetland Loop.
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The Japanese chaff flower is one of the newest invasive plant species spreading quickly through Georgia. Here’s how to spot and help prevent the spread of the plant, especially when hiking with your dog.
Hike a 35-mile stretch of the Bartram Trail in Georgia, exploring remote, temperate rainforest corridors and beautiful forest. This multi-day hike climbs to views from Rabun Bald, visits tumbling waterfalls, and descends to the ultra-scenic Chattooga River.
Follow these fantastic hikes to four historic fire lookout towers in Georgia, catching some outstanding summit views from lofty mountaintops.
Hike the scenic Trahlyta Lake Trail at Vogel State Park, following the shore of the beautiful mountain lake to the stunning cascades of Trahlyta Falls and iconic views of Blood Mountain.
Hike these fantastic trails to our favorite waterfalls in Georgia, visiting tumbling cascades, scenic creek valleys, and some of our state’s most beautiful places.
Hike the Bear Hair Gap Trail through a scenic stream-filled forest to beautiful views of Lake Trahlyta at Vogel State Park.
Hike to Cloudland Canyon’s stunning views and tumbling waterfalls, and sleep under the stars at the park’s best campsites. Our adventure guide for this ultra-scenic Georgia State Park.
Hike or run our favorite trails at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park near Atlanta. Explore the mountain’s Civil War history, climb to stunning summit views, and explore a rolling, rocky forest on more than fifteen miles of the mountain’s best trails.