While almost every state park within Georgia's state park system has at least one nature walk or hiking trail, some of the parks within the state's have a network of trails including challenging day trails and even longer, more demanding pa… read more
Northeast Georgia is marked by two stunning types of geography which provide excellent locations for state parks. The Blue Ridge Mountains sprawl from the corner of the state and run south into the Georgia Piedmont, a landscape of rolling h… read more
Atlanta, Georgia is known as the "Big Apple of the South." Fortunately, there are many back country escapes outside the urban hub-bub, as the Georgia State Park System offers many parks near Atlanta. Find hiking trails, canoeing and kayakin… read more
Georgia has 48 state parks and 15 state historic sites, most of which offer unique classroom studies and field trip options. Several of the parks and sites have museums and interpretive centers that are ideal for field trips and student stu… read more
Woodstock, Georgia, one of the oldest towns in Cherokee County, is considered one of Atlanta's fastest growing suburbs. Despite its recent explosive growth and being located only 30 miles north of Georgia's largest city, Woodstock has outd… read more
The Georgia State Park system was founded in 1931. All 63 parks managed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources offer visitors an array of activities including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, bird-watching and wildlife viewing. Of… read more
Lavonia, Georgia is a town that prides itself on being a small town that holds two beautiful state parks for hiking, biking and camping. Victoria Bryant State Park is 502 acres and includes numerous tent sites, Highland Walk Golf Course, s… read more
If you feel that, like the old sweet song, Georgia is on your mind, then any time of year is a good time to visit a Georgia state park for a stay in a cottage. According to the Georgia state park website, nearly 30 of Georgia's state parks… read more
Georgia is the location of many historical sites that have helped shaped this country, and it has stunning state parks, as well. Georgia has over 60 historical sites and parks spread throughout the state with 46 listed as official state par… read more
If you are a whitewater paddler living in North Georgia then you're lucky enough to have several excellent spots for kayaking that are close by. Chattooga River has a variety of rapids for the intermediate and expert kayakers while Cartecay… read more
Georgia State Parks offer an abundance of activities for the outdoor enthusiast to enjoy as he mingles with the tall pines doing what he loves. For campers there is a choice between campsites; one being more primitive than the other. Regula… read more
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