Popular Parks in the Northeast Georgia Mountains
A roundup of inspiring places, scenic views, and recreational fun in Northeast Georgia parks
The Northeast Georgia Mountains are an outdoor adventure lover's dream, full of spectacular places to hike, bike, stargaze, go fishing and any other number of outdoor activities. Here are five parks that are popular with visitors for the many options they offer for fun for the whole family.
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge in Dawsonville
The impressive 729-foot-tall falls, named for the Cherokee word for "tumbling waters," have made this park one of the South's most popular. Cabins, lodge rooms, and campsites invite you to stay and enjoy hiking, fishing, and zip lining.
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Black Rock Mountain State Park in Mountain City
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Soak up the views at Georgia's highest state park, where the namesake mountain towers at an altitude of 3,640 feet. Four Blue Ridge Mountain hiking trails take you by trickling streams, vibrant wildflowers, and waterfalls.
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Smithgall Woods State Park in Helen
Dukes Creek, one of North Georgia's top trout streams, flows through this idyllic park, making it a favorite destination for anglers. Hike and bike on five miles of mountain trails, or reserve one of six quaint cottages for a true getaway.
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Unicoi State Park & Lodge in Helen
Take your pick of outdoor adventures (think mountain biking, archery, zip lining, paddleboarding, fly fishing, and more) at this lush park in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Looking for low-key? Lounge on the beach at Unicoi Lake.
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Vogel State Park in Blairsville
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Bring your hiking shoes and a sense of adventure to Georgia's second oldest park (est. 1931). Set in the lush Chattahoochee National Forest, explorers can summit Blood Mountain, the highest peak in Georgia's portion of the Appalachian Trail.
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There is so much more to explore in the Northeast Georgia Mountains region, from waterfalls to historic sites, art centers to family farms. Not to mention, you'll find incredible restaurants and places to stay to fit every style. Keep exploring the Northeast Georgia Mountains region at the link below.
