George L Smith State Park is about 3 hours from Atlanta, on the way to Savannah. We spent three days/two nights there enjoying the peaceful and serene park. The cottages were well equipped, and the grist mill/dam offered a fun way to learn about the history of the area.
The Callaway Gardens Zipline and Treetop Adventure in Pine Mountain, GA, is a combination of a challenging ropes course and moderate zip lines. The experience is a whole lot of fun, especially for tweens and teens, but they also have a course for little guys too.
Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth is known for its amazing location right on Lake Allatoona. With amazing accommodations, a beautiful lake, and activities galore, this is one Georgia State Park that’s definitely worth a visit!
The Arabia Mountain Heritage Area in DeKalb County is a must-visit with kids! You’ll find fun hiking trails, an awesome visitor center, bike paths, and more.
Bell Mountain Park and Historical Site doesn’t require a hike, but the views will make you think you’ve traversed the wild forests and mountains of Towns County. Here’s what you need to know about not-really-hiking Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, Georgia. … Read More
For outdoor lovers, Lake Martin, Alabama, has it all. With almost 900 miles of pristine shoreline and more than 40,000 acres of stunning views, it’s no wonder Lake Martin is known as Alabama’s Freshwater Coast.
The Peach State is filled with beautiful scenery, amazing outdoor adventures, and so much history — it’s no wonder there are so many national parks in Georgia.
Lake Nottely is a gorgeous 4,000 acre lake with more than half its shoreline undeveloped and protected by the United State Forest Service. This hidden secret in North Georgia is much quieter than some other lakes in the state, and that’s precisely why we like it.
When neighbors heard we experienced Lookout Mountain hang gliding, they stopped me in the street to say, “You went hang gliding? Where was that? How can I do it?” Need an awesome gift for the man in your life? Try a hang gliding session. Oh yeah, and kids love it too.
George T. Bagby State Park is in Fort Gaines GA, and offers a full-service marina (including store and gas pumps), boat ramp, and beach that offer easy access to the 48,000-acre lake, where trophy fishing includes the state record catch for blue catfish.
Getting kids into nature is one of the best gifts we can give our children! These 99 insanely FUN things to do outside will inspire you to enjoy open-ended outdoor play with your kiddos.
This beautiful lake encompasses 15,300 acres of sparkling water against the backdrop of the Oconee National Forest. Lake Sinclair, just outside Milledgeville in central Georgia, is less than two hours from Atlanta and is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Georgia’s mild climates make it a perfect place to visit any time of year.
Until just this week, I only knew of the High Shoals Falls near Helen. That is, until my friend posted pictures of her kids playing in the waterfall! The very next day, we hit the trail and decided to discover High Shoals Falls Dallas GA!
What child doesn’t dream of horseback riding? In Georgia, there are stables that offer guided trail riding, as well as horseback riding trails where you bring your own horse. Are you wondering, “Where is the closest horseback riding near me?”
Glamping — or glamorous camping — is basically an upgrade in accommodations for those who love nature, adventure, and the great outdoors. Read on for some of the best glamping Georgia has to offer. From North Georgia to the East Coast – let’s go glamping!