When it comes to vacations in Georgia, sometimes you just want to go somewhere a little less crowded. Sure, everyone loves a visit to Stone Mountain or the great Atlanta attractions like the World of Coca Cola, but being around large crowds for hours can be draining. If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed, check out this road trip to some of our less popular state and national parks in Georgia.
Google Maps The entire trip will take about four hours of driving, though of course you’ll want to add in plenty of time to stop at each park and take in the sights. You can add or adjust the trip with the customizable itinerary at Google Maps.
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park: 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30152
Emily Miller/Google Maps Did you know Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield is considered to be one of the most haunted places in Georgia? Visiting this place is such a treat. Not only does it have an incredible history, but it’s also got absolutely breathtaking scenery. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA
Steven Wisniewski/Google Maps There are some great trails here, one of the most popular of which is the hike up the mountain itself. With nearly 3000 acres to explore and plenty of historical sites, this is a must-visit for anyone that loves Georgia history. It’s one of the more popular parks on this list, but while you’re in the area, it’s a must-see!
- Don Carter State Park: 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506
Kasey Loftis/Google Maps Don Carter is the newest state park in Georgia and the only state park on Lake Lanier. It’s in a fairly remote area of the state near Gainesville, and it has plenty of opportunities for water recreation, camping, and hiking. Don Carter State Park, 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506, USA
John Koby/Google Maps There are 10.5 miles of shoreline here just waiting to be explored! Can’t you just imagine catching a sunset here?
- Tugaloo State Park: 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553
Arlene/Google Maps Tugaloo State Park has one of our favorite campgrounds in Georgia, but it’s great for a day trip as well! Tugaloo State Park, 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553, USA
srb howell/Google Maps The 393-acre park is a great spot for fishing in Lake Hartwell. There are four miles of trails for hikers to explore here.
- Victoria Bryant State Park: 1105 Bryant Park Rd, Royston, GA 30662
Jitka Kacerova/Google Maps The 502-acre Victoria Bryant State Park is tucked away in Franklin County. It has several amenities, including a golf course and pool. Victoria Bryant State Park, 1105 Bryant Park Rd, Royston, GA 30662, USA
mark yaun/Google Maps The Broad River’s North Fork flows right through the park, providing some lovely scenery.
- Fort Yargo State Park: 210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680
Ronald Gonzalez/Google Maps Fort Yargo State Park spans 1,816 acres and has a 260-acre lake that’s perfect for swimming. The beach is a popular spot at the park, but there are plenty of activities to enjoy here, from boating to disc golf. Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680, USA
Orlando Flores/Google Maps The park’s name comes from the presence of a historic log fort that settlers built in 1792 for protection against the native Creek and Cherokee tribes.
Would you take this road trip in Georgia to some of our less popular state and national parks? What parks would you want to see added? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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The entire trip will take about four hours of driving, though of course you’ll want to add in plenty of time to stop at each park and take in the sights. You can add or adjust the trip with the customizable itinerary at Google Maps.
Emily Miller/Google Maps
Did you know Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield is considered to be one of the most haunted places in Georgia? Visiting this place is such a treat. Not only does it have an incredible history, but it’s also got absolutely breathtaking scenery.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30152, USA
Steven Wisniewski/Google Maps
There are some great trails here, one of the most popular of which is the hike up the mountain itself. With nearly 3000 acres to explore and plenty of historical sites, this is a must-visit for anyone that loves Georgia history. It’s one of the more popular parks on this list, but while you’re in the area, it’s a must-see!
Kasey Loftis/Google Maps
Don Carter is the newest state park in Georgia and the only state park on Lake Lanier. It’s in a fairly remote area of the state near Gainesville, and it has plenty of opportunities for water recreation, camping, and hiking.
Don Carter State Park, 5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506, USA
John Koby/Google Maps
There are 10.5 miles of shoreline here just waiting to be explored! Can’t you just imagine catching a sunset here?
Arlene/Google Maps
Tugaloo State Park has one of our favorite campgrounds in Georgia, but it’s great for a day trip as well!
Tugaloo State Park, 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553, USA
srb howell/Google Maps
The 393-acre park is a great spot for fishing in Lake Hartwell. There are four miles of trails for hikers to explore here.
Jitka Kacerova/Google Maps
The 502-acre Victoria Bryant State Park is tucked away in Franklin County. It has several amenities, including a golf course and pool.
Victoria Bryant State Park, 1105 Bryant Park Rd, Royston, GA 30662, USA
mark yaun/Google Maps
The Broad River’s North Fork flows right through the park, providing some lovely scenery.
Ronald Gonzalez/Google Maps
Fort Yargo State Park spans 1,816 acres and has a 260-acre lake that’s perfect for swimming. The beach is a popular spot at the park, but there are plenty of activities to enjoy here, from boating to disc golf.
Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680, USA
Orlando Flores/Google Maps
The park’s name comes from the presence of a historic log fort that settlers built in 1792 for protection against the native Creek and Cherokee tribes.
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