State Parks

Amicalola State Park

Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascade (729 feet) in the Southeast with great scenery and hiking trails, so it’s one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. There are pathways to a challenging trail with staircases to view the falling water. Also, there is an eight and a half mile trail from the park to Springer Mountain, which is the southern end of the Appalachian Trail. *offers 12 miles of hiking trails, playgrounds, waterfall, biking, Len Foote Hike Inn, mountain view resturaunt, ropes course, and trout fishing.

Location: Dawsonville, Georgia

Fort Mountain State Park

Fort Mountain State Park 181 Fort Mountain Rd. Chatsworth, Georgia Situated in the Chattahoochee National Forest close to the Cohutta Wilderness area, this park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders will find some of the most beautiful trails in northern Georgia. *offers hiking, backpacking, camping, fishing, playgrounds, swimming, mountain biking,miniature golf and picnic areas

Location: Ellijay, GA