Our top Georgia winter hikes explore frozen waterfalls, frosty mountaintops and stunning views in one of our state’s top hiking & backpacking seasons.
Follow these fantastic hikes to four historic fire lookout towers in Georgia, catching some outstanding summit views from lofty mountaintops.
Hike the Chattooga River Trail from Russell Bridge, exploring an old abandoned homestead, and ending at the Chattooga’s ultra-scenic river banks at Adeline Ford.
Visit towering waterfalls, stunning views, lofty peaks, and pristine forests in the Smoky Mountains. GSMNP is a perfect outdoor adventure destination for a long weekend, and a fantastic four-hour road trip from Atlanta.
Hike the Bartram Trail to Dicks Creek Falls, an enormous tumbling waterfall on the ultra-scenic banks of the Chattooga River.
Unicoi State Park’s recently renovated ‘Barrel Cabins’ feature a unique, retro vibe, updated amenities, a tranquil atmosphere, and serene views of Unicoi Lake through a leafy, shady forest.
Hike a scenic stretch of the Cohutta Wilderness on the Songbird Trail near the shores of Lake Conasauga, visiting a high-elevation mountain bog, beaver ponds, and a beautiful forest frequented by songbirds.
There’s no better way to start (or end) the day! Hike these ten great Georgia trails to catch a gorgeous sunrise or sunset from some of Georgia’s most beautiful places.
Hike the East Cowpen Trail and Panther Creek Trail to the stunning cascades of Panther Creek Falls, deep within Georgia’s lush Cohutta Wilderness.
Hike or trail run the scenic riverside West Palisades Trail on the Chattahoochee River from the park’s Akers Drive trailhead in metro Atlanta.