Here in the Peach State, we’re well-known for all our great state parks. We have some truly incredible spots for hiking, camping, and just general sight-seeing. We’ve put together a great outdoors road trip in Georgia that will take you to some of our favorite natural wonders in Georgia, with no need to even stop at a hotel! Check it out:
With nearly five hours of driving and lots of trails to explore, you’ll definitely want to make this into a multi-day adventure. But don’t worry, you’ll get plenty of time outdoors to make up for all the time you spend in the car.
Google Maps You can check out the customizable itinerary on Google Maps.
- Cloudland Canyon State Park: 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
Alex Zickar/Alltrails Your first stop is often considered the best of the Peach State’s parks. Cloudland Canyon is one of the largest state parks in Georgia, and with all that land comes plenty of trails to explore. You’ll find so much to enjoy here, including hidden waterfalls and ancient caves. There’s so much to do here that you could easily spend all day, and if you’d like to spend the night, there are campsites in the park. Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738, USA
- Red Top Mountain State Park: 50 Lodge Rd SE, Acworth, GA 30102
Wandering Ways/Alltrails Your next stop will be Red Top State Mountain Park. This beautiful park borders Lake Allatoona, so there are plenty of opportuniites for fun on the water. There’s lots to do on land, too. The Homestead Trail is one of the best trails in Georgia. The five-mile loop takes you past the lake, through the woods, and even up to old homestead ruins. There are a few options here for overnight stays, including yurts, or you can go ahead and head to your next stop on the trip. Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Acworth, GA 30102, USA
- Don Carter State Park: 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506
Chuck RunSlow/Alltrails Don Carter State Park is the newest state park in Georgia, and it’s got plenty to offer visitors. The 1,300-acre park borders Lake Lanier and has several trails ranging in difficulty and length. There are also places for camping here. Don Carter State Park, 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506, USA
- Anna Ruby Falls
Justin P/Alltrails If you’re looking for an easy hike with waterfalls in Georgia, the trek to Anna Ruby Falls is it. This trail isn’t even two miles and you’ll get to see two waterfalls plunging over 150 feet. It’s the perfect hike for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the Northeast Georgia mountains. Anna Ruby Falls, Georgia 30571, USA
- Tallulah Gorge State Park: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
Romeo Charles/Alltrails Your last stop on this epic outdoors road trip in Georgia will be the stunning Tallulah Gorge State Park. The canyon there is the deepest east of the Mississippi River an is considered one of the best natural wonders of Georgia. You’ll find several easy hikes here that have incredible views. The park has areas for camping if you’d like to spend the night. Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573, USA
There are so many wonderful places to hike and camp in Georgia that we could’ve made this road trip practically endless! What are some of your favorite places for hiking and camping in the Peach State? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Google Maps
You can check out the customizable itinerary on Google Maps.
Alex Zickar/Alltrails
Your first stop is often considered the best of the Peach State’s parks. Cloudland Canyon is one of the largest state parks in Georgia, and with all that land comes plenty of trails to explore. You’ll find so much to enjoy here, including hidden waterfalls and ancient caves. There’s so much to do here that you could easily spend all day, and if you’d like to spend the night, there are campsites in the park.
Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738, USA
Wandering Ways/Alltrails
Your next stop will be Red Top State Mountain Park. This beautiful park borders Lake Allatoona, so there are plenty of opportuniites for fun on the water. There’s lots to do on land, too. The Homestead Trail is one of the best trails in Georgia. The five-mile loop takes you past the lake, through the woods, and even up to old homestead ruins. There are a few options here for overnight stays, including yurts, or you can go ahead and head to your next stop on the trip.
Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Acworth, GA 30102, USA
Chuck RunSlow/Alltrails
Don Carter State Park is the newest state park in Georgia, and it’s got plenty to offer visitors. The 1,300-acre park borders Lake Lanier and has several trails ranging in difficulty and length. There are also places for camping here.
Don Carter State Park, 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506, USA
Justin P/Alltrails
If you’re looking for an easy hike with waterfalls in Georgia, the trek to Anna Ruby Falls is it. This trail isn’t even two miles and you’ll get to see two waterfalls plunging over 150 feet. It’s the perfect hike for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the Northeast Georgia mountains.
Anna Ruby Falls, Georgia 30571, USA
Romeo Charles/Alltrails
Your last stop on this epic outdoors road trip in Georgia will be the stunning Tallulah Gorge State Park. The canyon there is the deepest east of the Mississippi River an is considered one of the best natural wonders of Georgia. You’ll find several easy hikes here that have incredible views. The park has areas for camping if you’d like to spend the night.
Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573, USA
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