Atlanta Trails Blog: top Georgia trails, beginner’s guides & how-to

Our blog highlights the top Georgia trails for hiking, running, backpacking and biking. Explore Georgia's beauty, find a great trail, learn hiking and running basics, and find visitor info for Georgia's great outdoors.

And be sure to check out our Georgia Outdoor Destination Guides for more outdoor vacation ideas and travel info for Georgia’s top outdoor places.

Mountain ready: training for running & hiking in the mountains

Get ready for mountain adventures with this beginner-friendly exercise and training guide for uphill hiking and trail running.
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Georgia backpacking: our favorite trails over seven miles

Rack up some distance and sleep under the stars on our top twelve backpacking adventures in Georgia, all perfect for an overnight adventure.
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Waterfalls near Helen, GA: our favorite hikes

Hike these scenic trails to our favorite waterfalls near Georgia’s alpine mountain town of Helen, exploring wildflower-filled creek valleys, tumbling waterfalls, and rocky, mossy forests.
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Currahee Mountain Trail & Toccoa Falls

Hike or run the historic Currahee Mountain, the mountain of “Band of Brothers” fame, to long-range summit views, and visit the tumbling waterfall at Toccoa Falls.
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Great Georgia sunrise and sunset hikes: our top 10 favorite trails

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.
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Outdoor date ideas near Atlanta: Georgia’s most beautiful, romantic adventures

Plan the perfect outdoor date! Georgia’s view-packed mountain summits, towering waterfalls, and sandy beaches make the perfect romantic outdoor adventure near Atlanta.
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Mountains in Georgia: our favorite hikes to summits & sublime views

Hike to exceptional summit views on these trails to some of the tallest mountains in Georgia. Our top 20 Georgia mountain trails scale lofty peaks and summits to catch some of the Peach State’s best views.
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North Georgia hiking trails – our top 10 favorite hikes

Follow our top ten favorite North Georgia hiking trails to soaring mountain summits, waterfalls and mossy creek valleys in Georgia’s rolling southern Appalachian mountains.
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Helen, GA adventure guide: top outdoor things to do in Georgia’s German town

Find a great outdoor adventure in North Georgia’s German alpine village. Plan a great Helen getaway with our top places to stay and things to do: hike, bike, zip line, camp, and paddle. And relax in a cozy cabin, and enjoy some great dining options, too.
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Blue Ridge, Georgia adventure guide: top things to do, places to eat and cabin rentals

Find an adventure in Blue Ridge, Georgia, with our favorite things to do and outdoor adventures. Where to hike, eat, paddle, raft, bike, or just relax in a cozy cabin rental in this scenic North Georgia mountain town.
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